Leonie Cornips has, together with Pim Martens (also UM) and two alumna from the University of Amsterdam, established a Centre for Animal-Human Studies.
In the natural sciences, animals are studied as objects, while in the social sciences, humans are central to research. The four initiators established the centre to generate more attention for the relationship between the two, where animals are also seen as active, social and intelligent individuals.
The centre seeks to stimulate the growth in this discipline and build a bridge between universities, researchers, students and a wider audience who have an interest in the relations between humans and animals.
Besides sharing knowledge and offering a platform and a network, the centre will also organise events and networking meetings.
