About
Sam van Beuningen is a Researcher in the Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Biophysics at the Faculty of Science, Utrecht University. His work focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying neuronal polarity and microtubule organization, particularly in axon specification and dendrite development.
Research Interests: His research spans neurobiology, cell biology, and biophysics, with an emphasis on cytoskeletal dynamics in neurons. Key areas include the roles of TRIM46 and CAMSAP2 in organizing microtubule arrays, the formation of the axon initial segment, and the implications of these processes in paraneoplastic neurological syndromes.
Publication Trends: His publications from 2013 to 2019 reveal a consistent focus on microtubule-based mechanisms in neuronal development. The work integrates molecular, cellular, and clinical neuroscience, often published in high-impact journals such as Neuron and Journal of Neuroscience.
Scientific Activities:
- Invited speaker on 'Cytoskeleton organization at the axon initial segment' (May 2014)
- Participant in the PhD-retraite of the Graduate School of Biomembranes (October 2014)
Advising and Grants: While no formal advisees or grants are listed, his collaborative work with prominent researchers like Casper Hoogenraad suggests active participation in funded research projects and mentorship within the lab environment.
Labs and Teams: He is part of the Biodynamics and Biocomplexity research group within the Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Biophysics department, contributing to a team focused on understanding the physical and molecular principles of cellular organization in neurons.