Maastricht University
General Information
Two departments of Maastricht University are involved in the IMR blue zone project:
- Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), department of Social Medicine
- School of Health Professions Education and Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Department Nutrition and Movement Sciences
The Blue Zone partners at Maastricht University bring expertise in using wearables to measure physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep. In their research, they explore the determinants of these behaviors—particularly the role of socioeconomic and environmental factors—and assess how they influence health outcomes and learning. In addition, they are involved in developing and implementing innovative education formats that foster transformative learning.
Following team members shape the blue zone project at the province Limburg (N):
Annemarie Koster
Hans Savelberg
Role in the interreg blue zone project
Maastricht University has an advisory role in this IMR blue zone project.