Projects
Strumigenys ants: tiny gems in the study of exocrine gland diversity KU Leuven
Strumigenys is a genus of small and mainly tropical ants that feed on small arthropod prey. They are characterized by a well-developed exocrine system with several glands that are unique to species of this genus, together with other peculiar anatomical features as the petiolar spongiform tissue. The hunting behaviour of these slowly moving ants to catch fast prey such as springtails is based on glandular secretions. We have embedded ...
Men who care: An examination of internal contributors to men’s participation in communal roles by the example of paternal leave KU Leuven
This dissertation contributes to the emerging research field on men’s underrepresentation in communal domains such as health care, elementary education, and the domestic sphere (HEED). Since these areas are traditionally associated with women and therefore are counter-stereotypic for men, various barriers arise that can hinder men’s higher participation. We explored these relations using the example of how men’s interest in parental leave – ...
Advertisements showing non-ideal models and young women's and men's body image: development of a tripartite process model. KU Leuven
Beauty and fashion companies have been criticized for the persistent usage of extremely thin and muscular models in their advertisements (ads). Current literature has consistently shown that such idealized representations have detrimental effects on individual’s body image and general well-being. Society has therefore called for using more socially responsible advertising. Hence, advertisers have started to include “non-idealized models”, ...
Who or what do Members of the European Parliament (MEP) represent? Explaining the variation in foci of representation amongst MEPs in their legislative behaviour. University of Antwerp
De invloed van genetische diversiteit in Schistosoma-parasieten op infectie- en ziektepatronen in de mens. Institute of Tropical Medicine
1. What is the overall distribution of human schistosome species and strains in the community of Pakh?
2. Which host-related factors are associated with schistosome infection and pathology?
3. What is the role of ...