I have a background in Bioinformatics and am currently pursuing a degree in Media Technology at Leiden University. My interests are mainly in biology, game development, data visualization, and human-computer interaction.
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Hey! I'm Nikki, a tech enthusiast in my early 20s from the Netherlands. I was born and raised in Haarlem, North
Holland.
I enjoy finding creative ways to use technology, especially in data visualization and game development.
In 2023, I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics from Leiden University. Right now, I'm doing my
Master's in Media Technology at the same university.
It's a great place to combine science and creativity, and I use it to explore ideas in playful and visual ways.
I'm drawn to human-computer interaction and making complex information easier and more fun to understand. I
enjoy working on interactive tools and educational games. Which is why most of my projects are centered around
games.
Additionally, I'm passionate about addressing and discussing the data gaps in female health,
particularly in research and healthcare.
Therefore, I plan to focus my thesis on the under-researched nature of menstrual cycles and their impact on
women's general anxiety levels.
So when I'm not working on projects, I'm usually off exploring one of my many hobbies (seriously, it's a
long list). My main issue in life is being passionate about so many things. That's part of what led me to
studying Media Technology in the first place.
Let me share a few of my hobbies: Reading has always been a huge part of my life. I love getting lost in
books and discovering new worlds and perspectives. I also enjoy expressing myself through digital art,
painting, writing, and playing the ukulele. When I need to get outside or clear my head, I turn to paddle
boarding and roller skating. On rainy days, you'll most likely find me playing video games, possibly with
one of my two cats curled up nearby. Additionally, I am always listening to music, which is why I enjoy
going to concerts from time to time.
Most of these hobbies aren't just fun ways to spend my time, they also help me stay creative and come up with new ideas. They've taught me how to think in different ways, which really comes in handy when I'm designing projects or solving tricky problems.
