Can you tell me more about yourself?  

My name is Majd Alshoufi, and I graduated from Damascus University in Syria with a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy. I practiced pharmacy for a few years. Afterward, I received a scholarship to pursue a master's degree in Public Health at Debrecen University in Hungary. After moving to the Netherlands, I decided to take on a second master's in Health and Environment at Utrecht University, where I am currently in my second year. I'll be joining the Law Center for Health and Life as a junior researcher, thanks to Dr. Perehudoff and me being awarded the Hestia grant from the Dutch Research Council NWO. 

What will your research at LCHL focus on?  

I will be diving into the EU's 'side effects' on medicines in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA). Our study aims to explore how the EU's decisions might impact the approval of innovative medicines in the MENA region. Ultimately, we want to understand the factors that influence the EU-MENA relationship. 

What do you do to unwind?  

To unwind, I enjoy watching a movie (if my cat allows it!), playing chess, and doing some outdoor activities.