Eefje received her bachelor’s (2013) and master’s (2016) degree from the Radboud University Nijmegen, in the field of biology with specialization Water and Environment.

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Professional experience

Eefje received her bachelor’s (2013) and master’s (2016) degree from the Radboud University Nijmegen, in the field of biology with specialization Water and Environment. During her master’s, her research focused on plant-environment interactions and near-surface remote sensing.

Research topic

Remote sensing-based characterisation of functional diversity for polar ecosystems.

In this project, remote sensing methods will be developed for trait-based estimations of functional diversity in polar ecosystems. Estimating diversity in these fragile systems is complicated because of their remote and often harsh environment; but can be made more accessible with remote sensing methods. A traits-based approach is chosen as this type of diversity is more relevant for ecosystem functioning than traditional species-based approaches. The PhD project started in January 2016 and will last for 4 years.