Marc Bierings

Marc Bierings is an Associate Professor in medical fields at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Utrecht University Children’s Hospital and the Department of Pediatric Hematology. His work spans clinical practice, research, and leadership in pediatric hemato-oncology and stem cell transplantation.

• Education: Medicine at Utrecht University, PhD in Rotterdam (cum laude)

His research focuses on pediatric hematology, hematopoietic cell transplantation, and regenerative medicine, particularly in optimizing stem cell therapies and understanding post-transplant complications. Recent studies investigate clonal hematopoiesis in long-term survivors and the impact of donor cytomegalovirus serology on transplant outcomes.

Recent publications highlight his contributions to improving transplantation protocols and defining ethical frameworks in blood-related research. He serves as program director of the pediatric stem cell transplantation program in the Netherlands.

• Scientific Awards: KWF fellowship (Dutch Cancer Society)