Our experts
About our team
The facility team combines expertise in virology, bacteriology, and BSL‑3/DM‑III operations, with decades of experience in handling high-risk pathogens. Members are trained through rigorous, ongoing programs to maintain cutting-edge skills and strict biosafety standards. The team includes specialists in assay development, animal models, and laboratory management. Close collaboration with LUMC Biosafety Officers ensures continuous oversight, compliance with regulations, and implementation of best practices.
Jessika Zevenhoven
BSL-3 facility manager (general and virology)
Senior research technician (virology)
Prof. dr. Eric Snijder
Head BSL-3 facility
Advisor class-3 virus research
Ali Tas
Research technician (virology)
Dr. Martijn van Hemert
Advisor class-3 virus research
Dr. Sebenzile Myeni
Advisor BSL-3 animal studies
Marissa Linger
BSL-3 facility manager (animal unit)
Research technician animal studies
Krista van Meijgaarden
BSL-3 facility manager (bacteriology)
Dr. Simone Joosten
Advisor class-3 bacterial research
Kimberley Walburg
Senior research technician (bacteriology)
Prof. dr. Annemieke Geluk
Advisor class-3 bacterial research