Jonas Riksen

Jonas Riksen is a Researcher at the Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC (University Medical Center Rotterdam). His work bridges cardiovascular and lymphatic system research through advanced imaging technologies.

• Primary Affiliation: Erasmus MC, Department of Cardiology
• Research Focus: Photoacoustic Imaging, Atherosclerotic Plaques, Lymph Node Analysis

Riksen specializes in developing and applying photoacoustic imaging for clinical diagnostics. His research spans:

• Cardiovascular Applications: Characterizing atherosclerotic plaques, lipid architecture analysis in carotid arteries
• Oncological Applications: Sentinel lymph node imaging for melanoma and breast cancer
• Lymphatic System: Mapping lymphatic structures and assessing lymphedema

His publications demonstrate expertise in hybrid imaging modalities, particularly combining optical techniques with clinical utility. Articles highlight collaborations with engineers and clinicians across institutions in Rotterdam.