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I'm master student physics, with a specialisation in Bio- and Soft Matter Physics. I'm interested in the interface between physics and biology and in medical applications of physical principles. Besides that I have special interest in the position of women and other minorities in the field of science. When I'm not learning or writing about science, I love to read and to dance.

Articles

Interview

A scientist in local politics: Naor Scheinowitz

In this article we continue to talk about scientists in politics, but now focusing on our own city of Leiden. An interview with Naor Scheinowitz

Marlise van der Veen • March 14, 2022

History

Heike Kamerlingh Onnes and the coldest place on Earth

You know it: the Kamerlingh Onnes building. But do you know the man behind the building?

Marlise van der Veen • July 01, 2021

It’s a Man’s World: stereotypes of female scientists in films, series and literature

The lights of the movie theatre dim and on the large screen a man wearing a white coat appears. Small round glasses balance on the tip of his nose, his hair looks like it hasn’t been combed in days and in his hand he holds a small bottle with some undefined liquid.

Marlise van der Veen • February 11, 2021