About me
Dr. Elsje van Bergen is an Associate Professor in biological psychology and educational genetics at the Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam. Her research focuses on the complex interplay between genetic predispositions and environmental experiences in shaping learning and neurodevelopmental conditions, including dyslexia, ADHD, and autism.
With an MSc in human movement sciences (VU Amsterdam/ U of Aberdeen), a PhD in educational sciences (U of Amsterdam), and postdoctoral experience in developmental psychology (U of Oxford), Dr. van Bergen integrates theories and methods from psychology, education, and genetics. Her work aims to unravel the causes and consequences of individual differences in child development.
Dr. van Bergen has received numerous prestigious grants, including a Rubicon, VENI, and VIDI from the Dutch Research Council (NWO) and an ERC from the European Research Council. Her scientific contributions have been recognized with several international awards.
