The mission of Amsterdam Institute for Life and Environment (A-LIFE) is to generate and implement innovative scientific insights on the interplay between life and its environment. The department seeks to connect high-quality knowledge across all scales, from molecules to ecosystems, including human populations. We aim to apply and convey our expertise to shape a sustainable future and support healthy living.
The department consists of six research groups
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Nature of Life seminar: Professor Gareth Phoenix – University of Sheffield
Extreme events in arctic ecosystems: diverse causes with common consequences Abstract: Arctic ecosystems are experiencing extreme climatic, biotic and physical disturbance events that can cause substantial […]
Find out more »PhD defense Francesco Boatta
Unravelling the genetics of fat accumulation in the house fly to foster circular economy PhD defense by Francesco Boatta, Section Ecology & Evolution Supervisor Prof.dr. Jacintha […]
Find out more »PhD defense Tan Dung Huynh
Novel bioparticle vaccines against Chlamydia trachomatis PhD defense by Tan Dung Huynh, Section Molecular Microbiology Supervisor Dr. Joen Luirink Co-supervisor Dr. Peter van Ulsen Dr. Wouter […]
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