I’m Jolien Rietkerk
Nice to meet you! As a postdoctoral researcher I work on trans-ancestry psychiatric genetics of psychiatric disorders. I am part of the POP-GEM lab and hosted by the van Loo lab.
In my research I use representative population-scale datasets to study the genetic architecture of psychiatric disorders. I implement, develop and combine novel statistical genetics tools in my quest to understand the biology of cognition.
On this website I showcase my CV, post important updates on my research activities, list my publications and present my connections in a list of past and current affiliations.
I am thrilled you found my corner of the internet!
News
This Prespective piece in Nature Genetics of my colaborators and I elaborates on the concept of deep versus shallow phenotyping and incorporates findings from my pre-print.
I successfully defended my dissertation and obtained magna cum laude distinction! A massive thanks to everyone involved.
I look back on an inspiring and enriching experience at WCPG2025 in Cancún, Mexico.
I was honored with an invitation to present at ECNP 2025 in RAI Amsterdam. I reflect on the experience and conference.
The UMCG postdoc council has elected me as chair. I look forward to making an impact this year.