Polina Merbaum

Polina Merbaum is a PhD candidate at UMC Utrecht Brain Center since March 2023, focusing on genomic and epigenomic data related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis within Project MinE. Previously, Polina served as a research intern at Erasmus MC, contributing to the investigation of cell-free DNA methylation patterns as biomarkers for stroke. Anticipating a strong foundation in academia and practical experience, Polina worked as a guest lecturer, group leader, and discussion club supervisor at Политехнический музей, where skills included simplifying complex topics and delivering workshops. As a clinical researcher at I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Polina studied migraine prognostic factors, developed personalized approaches, and presented findings at the European Headache Federation Congress. Early medical training as a resident doctor at the same institution emphasized rigorous clinical skills, including diagnostic procedures and non-medical documentation. Polina holds a Master’s degree in Neuroscience from Erasmus University Rotterdam and an MD in General Medicine from First Moscow State Medical University.