Anouk Jurgens
Den Haag,NH
Summary
Experienced molecular scientist with a strong focus on onco-immunology, boasting over 7 years of research and innovation. Demonstrated expertise in leading-edge techniques including CRISPR-cas9 and RNAseq, complemented by a strong track record in scientific communication and education. Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into impactful solutions, with a commitment to advancing patient health through research.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
KankerSpul
Amsterdam
05.2021 - Current
- In collaboration with Wanda de Kanter, launched a public health initiative on Instagram (@Kankerspul), simplifying the science behind smoking and cancer for a wide audience engagement.
PhD Student
Sanquin
Amsterdam
09.2019 - Current
- Designed, coordinated and completed multiple projects in the field of molecular onco-immunology. Prepared manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and presented at world renown (international) conferences.
- Cell culture (PBMC & cell lines), CRISPR-cas9, Flow cytometry, RNAseq, Proteomics work and (some) R analysis
Research Intern
Ton Schumacher Lab | Netherlands Cancer Institute
Amsterdam
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Thesis Title: 'Identifying Escape Mechanisms of Tumor Cells from the Immune System using Genetic Screening'
Student Assistant Polikliniek K.N.O
Amsterdam UMC
Amsterdam
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Administrative role, planning in patients, and answering basic medical questions.
Research Intern
Rene Bernards Lab | Netherlands Cancer Institute
Amsterdam
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Thesis Title: 'Multiple low-dose therapy is an effective strategy to treat EGFR inhibitor-resistant NSCLC tumors'
Business Development and Marketing Intern
LUMICKS
Amsterdam
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed market entry strategy for Z-Movie AFS™, including stakeholder engagement and application development.
Internship
Agendia N.V.
Amsterdam
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Analyzed the performance of the MammaPrint 70-gene Recurrence Assay in a dataset of ER+/HER2 breast cancer patients who participated in the RASTER study
External Communications
TEDxAUCollege
Amsterdam
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Responsible for the External Communications, approached and contacted both potential speakers as well as sponsors.
Education
Ph.D. - Molecular Onco-Immunology
Universiteit Van Amsterdam
Amsterdam 01-2025
Biobusiness Course - Biobusiness Summer School
Hyphen Projects
Amsterdam 06-2023
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences - Oncology Track
Universiteit Van Amsterdam
Amsterdam 08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Biomed Track
Amsterdam University College
Amsterdam07-2016
Art History - Italian, History of Art
Lorenzo Di Medici
Florence, Italy 06-2013
Bilingual International Baccalaureate Diploma -
American School of The Hague
The Hague 06-2012
Skills
- Project management
- Scientific Thinking
- Critical analysis
- Delivering Presentations
- Data Synthesis
- Scientific writing
- Experiment Design
- Basic R
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Dutch, Fluent
- French, B2
- Arabic, C2
Courses and Conferences
- Post-graduate Advanced Immunology (2019)
- Workshop Scientific Ethics and Integrity (2019)
- ENII Immunology Summer School (2021)
- UvA AII PhD retreat (2020-2023) - best presentation award 2023
- Sanquin Science Day (2019-2024) - Best presentation award 2021
- NVVI (2019-2024) - selected for 3 oral presentations (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Oncode Institute (2019-2024) - 4 poster presentations (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- EMBL: The Complex Life of RNA (2020 & 2024)
- Translation UK - Cambridge (2023) - Poster presentation
- EMBL: Protein synthesis and translational control (2023) - poster presentation
- ECI 2024 - Oral presentation & AII travel grant awarded
Extracurricular Activities
- Uitvoerend Comité Sailing Center De Wijde Aa - Walzaken, 2016-2017
- Treasurer Initiation Committee Dispuutsgezelschap V.I.S.H.N.U, 2016
- Various sports teams (Hockey, Tennis, Volleyball)
Publications
- Fernandes Neto et al. (2020) Multiple low dose therapy as an effective strategy to treat EGFR inhibitor-resistant NSCLC tumours. Nat Comm.
- Jurgens et al. (2021). T cells at work: how post-transcriptional mechanisms control T cell homeostasis and activation. Eur. J. Immunol.
- Nicolet et al. (2024). Learning the sequence code of protein expression in human immune cells. bioRxiv.
- Jurgens et al. (2024). DDX21 coordinates mTOR-mediated cytokine production in T cells through the 3’Untranslated region. Under Review.
- Jurgens et al. (2025). UltraID as a means of identifying ZFP36L1 interaction partners in T cells. Submitted.
- Jurgens & Lattanzio (2025). Lost in translation: the role of RNA binding proteins in regulating T cell protein output. Submitted.
Timeline
Founder
KankerSpul
05.2021 - Current
PhD Student
Sanquin
09.2019 - Current
Research Intern
Ton Schumacher Lab | Netherlands Cancer Institute
01.2019 - 08.2019
Student Assistant Polikliniek K.N.O
Amsterdam UMC
08.2018 - 12.2018
Research Intern
Rene Bernards Lab | Netherlands Cancer Institute
01.2018 - 07.2018
Business Development and Marketing Intern
LUMICKS
09.2016 - 05.2017
Internship
Agendia N.V.
01.2016 - 02.2016
External Communications
TEDxAUCollege
01.2014 - 06.2014
Ph.D. - Molecular Onco-Immunology
Universiteit Van Amsterdam
Biobusiness Course - Biobusiness Summer School
Hyphen Projects
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences - Oncology Track
Universiteit Van Amsterdam
Bachelor of Science - Biomed Track
Amsterdam University College
Art History - Italian, History of Art
Lorenzo Di Medici
Bilingual International Baccalaureate Diploma -
American School of The Hague
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