Mathijs Mutsaers

Mathijs Mutsaers is a malaria researcher affiliated with the University of Antwerp and the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Belgium. His work focuses on genomic surveillance of malaria parasites, anti-malarial drug resistance, and molecular epidemiology of Plasmodium species. He actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects like be-IMPACT and ITP - Molecular Surveillance: Fighting Malaria Across Borders, collaborating with institutions in Peru, Vietnam, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

• Institution: University of Antwerp
• Location: Antwerpen, Belgium
• Research Focus: Malaria, Genomic Surveillance, Drug Resistance

Research Trends: Mutsaers' recent work emphasizes the use of advanced genomic tools (e.g., AmpliSeq NGS assays) to track malaria transmission patterns and drug resistance across geographically diverse regions, including Latin America, Southeast Asia, and sub-Saharan Africa. His studies often integrate field data with molecular analysis to inform public health interventions.

Collaborations: He collaborates with institutions in Peru, Vietnam, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Key projects include strengthening research capacity in low-income settings and evaluating the impact of malaria control strategies.

Publications: His 2023-2025 publications address ACT resistance spread, Plasmodium vivax surveillance in the Peruvian Amazon, and treatment failure analysis in Belgium. These works highlight his expertise in combining genomic data with epidemiological insights for malaria control.