Nico van den Berg

Professor Nico van den Berg is a Full Professor at the University Medical Center Utrecht, leading the Computational Imaging group within the Centre of Image Sciences. His research focuses on advancing MRI diagnostics and therapy through interdisciplinary expertise in MR physics, mathematics, computing, and artificial intelligence.

• Primary Affiliation: Centre of Image Sciences, University Medical Center Utrecht
• External Role: Scientific Advisor at PrecorDx

His research initiatives target high-precision cancer and cardiovascular disease detection, prediction, and treatment. Key projects include:

• Development of MR-STAT for quantitative MRI in reduced scan times
• Integration of AI with MRI for personalized radiotherapy planning
• Hardware engineering for MRI-linac compatibility
• Respiratory motion compensation in cardiac MRI

Publications highlight applications in prostate cancer (PET-MRI fusion), lung cancer (adaptive segmentation), and cardiovascular imaging. Collaborations span multiple strategic programs including Cancer, Brain Developmental disorders, and Image-Guided Therapies.