Alumni
This space shows you everybody we're thankful for: those who have helped us achieve our goals, but who are no longer actively involved in the project. Out of sight, but never out of mind! We honor them here, in our very own walk of fame.
​Hey everyone, I'm Alessandra Papitto and I'm a Biomedical Sciences Master student in Maastricht University. I come from Italy and I love to travel, doing sports and cooking. I hope to become a researcher in the academic field in the future, and contribute and help medical science progress.
Alessandra Papitto
Writer & Translator
Hi everyone! My name is Caro and I recently graduated from Maastricht University with a Bachelor`s degree in Biomedical Sciences. This year I plan to continue with the masters program molecular medicine in Innsbruck, located in the beautiful Austrian alps. I am determined to pursue a career in research, as I think science is crucial to improve our world and make it a better place for everyone.
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When I am not studying I love to travel the world, surf, snowboard and make new friends. I am happy to be part of the PREhealth team and looking forward to all upcoming projects!
Carolin Becker
Writer
Hi! I'm Juliëtte and I study Medicine at Maastricht University.
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I love learning new things in any field and I am a curious person. I like spending my time in many different ways, but some of my favourites are taking walks or hikes in nature and reading.
In the future, I hope to earn degrees in several fields to obtain a multidisciplinary background, and then combine that knowledge to make a difference on a global level.
Juliëtte Gossens
Web Design, Translator & Editor
Hey everyone! I am Patricia, a second year medical student at Maastricht University. I am originally from Bucharest, Romania, where I lived and studied until deciding to pursue my dream career - becoming a doctor. I am passionate about the fast developing world of medicine, and more so about making medical information more accessible to everyone. Thus, alongside the PREhealth team I aim to help expecting parents find information more easily. I am also part of IFMSA, where I help organising events about various topics on medical education.
As a person, I am very motivated, curious, and communicative. I love travelling and discovering the cultures of the world, alongside my friends and family. I am also an avid gym enthusiast, so you can most probably find me at UMsports after classes ;)
Patricia Posea
Writer
Hi everyone! I am Naisha, a medical student at Maastricht University. I was born and raised on the beautiful Caribbean island of St. Maarten and I chose to leave my little paradise to come to the Netherlands to pursue my passion for medicine. I am friendly, hardworking, and passionate about various fields in medicine, one of them being obstetrics and gynecology, which is why I joined the Honours program at FHML and specifically the PREhealth team! I am also an active member of the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA) and an ambassador for the university. When I am not studying or participating in extracurricular activities, I love to travel and explore new places and cultures with my friends and family, have a fulfilling workout session at the gym, or have a picnic with my friends alongside the river Maas.
Naisha Lalwani
Writer
Hi my name is Diyora and I am currently doing my bachelor in Medicine at Maastricht University! I come from Uzbekistan which is a beautiful country in Central Asia, however I grew up in the Netherlands. I would describe myself as a very passionate, friendly, hard working person. I am also someone who is very eager to learn both within the scientific field and outside of it and thus decided to pursue the Honours program where I became a part of the PREhealth team. I am also a part of the International Federation Medical Students Association where I advocate for various topics.
In my free time I enjoy dancing, going for a run, spending time with friends and family and making media content!
Diyora Rakhimova
Video Creator
Hey, I am Mariam, a medical bachelor student at Maastricht University. I come from a small island in the Caribbean called Curaçao, and I chose to leave my home to pursue my interest in medicine in the Netherlands. I am a very passion driven individual, and I like to seek opportunities to satisfy my curiosities and expand my range of knowledge; hence why I joined the Honours program and PREhealth. Alongside this, I am an active member of Pulse Education, specifically a student representative for the Management Team of Medicine.
In my free time I enjoy reading, traveling with friends and exploring all the amazing sights the world has to offer.
Mariam Hamadeh
Timeline Creator
Hi everyone, my name is Willemijn and I am currently in my second year of medicine at Maastricht University. My hobbies include travelling, hiking and learning new things! As a medical student, I believe that awareness about reproductive health is essential. I am delighted to be a part of the PREhealth team and look forward to the upcoming projects!
Willemijn Bosschaert
Timeline Creator
Hi! I am Eva, born and raised in Maastricht and in my 3rd year Midwifery/Obstetrics. After having finished Health Sciences at UM, I decided to follow my passion and started at the Academy of Midwifery. During my obstetric internships I see the need from pregnant couples for understandable and reliable information about pregnancy related topics, so I love to be part of the Honours’ project PREhealth and making a start in providing this.
When I am not at a delivery I love to be outside, running, walking etc. with friends and family and apart of the study I am also a student member of the ‘Academieraad Verloskunde’.
Eva Muijtjens
Timeline Creator
Hi! My name is Hannah, and I’m currently studying medicine at Maastricht University.
I decided to pursue medicine because of my curiosity about how the human body functions and my love for learning about a wide variety of topics. In the future, I'd like to make a difference for patients and strive to make healthcare more accessible. This is also why I am happy to be a part of the PREhealth team!
Besides my studies, I love spending time with friends, reading and pursuing all kinds of artistic hobbies like painting and knitting.
Hannah Claes
Video Creator
Hi everyone! My name is Shukeea Alberto and I am currently a second year International Track of Medicine Bachelor student at Maastricht University. I am from a small but diverse island in the Caribbean called Curaçao. Moving to the Netherlands allowed me to harbour my passion for Medicine and helping others, with a globalised international environment. When thinking about my future, I strive to become an all-inclusive and multifaceted medical professional. My goal is to ensure patients feel heard and understood within the healthcare system. For this reason, the PREhealth project fits beautifully with my interests in advocacy and health literacy.
In my free time I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, being creative and travelling the world!
Shukeea Alberto
Video Creator
Hello! My name is Julian, 21 years old and currently studying Biomedical Sciences at Maastricht University. I would describe myself as inquisitive and always ready to take on new challenges in life. A few years ago I had never thought I would be able to do basic programming. Together with Masoud and my fellow colleagues, this is a skill we all have been learning for the past two academic years. Personally, I like to do all kinds of sports (I don't really settle for one) and I play the piano when I am in a more creative mood. Academically, my major interests lie within the fields of Biochemistry, Genetics and Neuroscience. I pursue a research-oriented career in one of these domains. I am very happy and grateful to be part of this beautiful project and I am looking forward to the future of our organization.
Julian Zeegers
Writer & Data Processor
Hi, I'm Selina, 26 years old. My personal interests are cell communication and bioinformatics. With this knowledge, I would like to contribute to knowledge about the physiology of the human body. Due to my background as a physiotherapist, i found interest in the development of disease. Therefore, it is important to help raise awareness and answer questions regarding possible diseases.
Selina Voßen
Writer, Translator, Video Creator & Programmer
Hi! My name is Britte and I study Midwifery at Academie Verloskunde Maastricht. I love the profession as a midwife because of appreciation of the people I try to help to get themselves and the baby as healthy as possible through the pregnancy, delivery and the days after. It is a beautiful idea I may be present in this special time of their life and I really want to help the becoming parents to make the best of that time with the purpose that they look back on it with a good feeling.
Britte Megens
Writer & Data Processor
Hi! I’m Miriam and I’m currently in my 3rd year of bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences. I’m originally from Italy but I’ve been living in the Netherlands for almost 3 years now (with a little 6 months break in Northern Norway). I’ve always been curious and inquisitive about things, especially when it comes to new frontiers both in science and outside of science; for this reason, during my studies I’ve started focusing on data science and bioinformatics, hoping, one day, to pursue a career in this field.
Miriam Babukhian
Translator & Programmer
Hi everyone! My name is Ann-Sophie Oppelt and currently I am a Biomedical Student at Maastricht University.
I love to travel and explore new cultures and their traditions. Also I have been living in different countries like Germany, Austria, Australia and now the Netherlands, which shaped me into a openminded and curious person.
For the future I hope to work in research and prove to have an impact on health care around the world in some way. I am excited to see where my path will lead me and what it still holds for me!
Ann-Sophie Oppelt
Writer (coordinator) & Translator
Hi everyone! My name is Lea Dörner, and I graduated from Maastricht University in the Netherlands in 2022 with a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences. In the future, I aim to pursue a career in academic research and will begin my master's degree in 2023.
Besides my fascination for science, I enjoy being in nature, participating in sports, and meeting new people!
Due to my area of ​​expertise, I naturally believe it is essential to be aware of your body and health, which is why I am delighted to be part of the PREhealth team!
Lea Dörner
Writer
My name is Yasemin, currently studying Biomedical Sciences and Medicine at the University of Maastricht. I am fascinated by the human body and it really amazes me how new life can develop from just two small cells! In my spare time, I love to read and explore new foods from different cultures.
In the future I would love to do research that contributes in scientific, cultural and social terms to make a difference.
Yasemin Kaya
Writer & Translator
Hello everyone! My name is Alizeh Ahsan and I am a student of Biomedical Sciences at Maastricht University. I have travelled all my life and explored a variety of places and cultures which expanded my horizons and opened up my perception about the world. I realized that to make the world a better place, we need to work together and educate ourselves and the people around us, so we can all together contribute to society. University helped me form my main goal in life which is precisely making the world a better place, simply, with the power of knowledge. By that I mean, the field of medicine and healthcare have a long way to go and I am excited to work really hard to contribute to their advancement.
Alizeh Ahsan
Writer, Translator & Video Creator (coordinator)