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• Radionuclide Therapy
• Peptide Receptor Research
• Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Tessa Brabander is a Researcher at the Department of Radiology & Nuclear Medicine, Erasmus MC. Her work focuses on radionuclide therapy applications, particularly in neuroendocrine tumors, prostate cancer, and cardiac sarcoidosis. Key contributions include advancements in PET/MR imaging techniques, peptide receptor targeting strategies, and actinium-225 radiochemistry. She has published extensively on radioisotope pharmacology and clinical outcomes of targeted therapies. Specializes in therapeutic radiology applications Expertise in radiochemistry synthesis and quality control Active in multidisciplinary tumor treatment protocols Her research integrates diagnostic imaging innovations with precision oncology, emphasizing translational research from preclinical developments to clinical implementation. Recent work addresses unmet treatment needs in metastatic cancers beyond standard criteria. Collaborations span nuclear medicine, oncology, and cardiology disciplines. Contributions include over 60 peer-reviewed publications and supervision of research projects. Current focus areas include optimizing radionuclide delivery systems and improving diagnostic accuracy for inflammatory cardiac conditions.

• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Gait Analysis
• Assistive Technology
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Dr. Juha Hijmans is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Groningen. His primary affiliation is within the Faculty of Medical Sciences, where he focuses on gait analysis and assistive technology. His research spans biomechanical interventions for surgical ergonomics, prosthetic design, and mobility solutions for individuals with neurological and musculoskeletal impairments. Key research interests include exoskeleton development for surgeons, gait rehabilitation post-fracture surgery, and clinical assessment tools for spasticity. His work integrates engineering principles with clinical practice to improve mobility outcomes in populations such as those with spinal cord injuries, diabetes-related neuropathy, and post-surgical recovery. Recent publications highlight innovations in passive polycentric mechanisms for prosthetic stability, optimized footwear for diabetic patients, and randomized controlled trials assessing walking adaptability training. Dr. Hijmans collaborates extensively with institutions like the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) and maintains an active presence in clinical biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering fields.

Vincenz FreyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sociology
• Trust
• Cooperation
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Vincenz Frey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences. His research focuses on trust dynamics, social networks, cooperation mechanisms, and experimental social science. He holds a PhD and specializes in analyzing how social structures influence decision-making and collective outcomes through controlled experiments. Current teaching responsibilities include the course 'Markten (SOBA102A)' and BA thesis supervision. His research group, Modelling of Norms & Networks, investigates topics like reputation systems, information cascades, and the impact of homophily in diverse teams. Recent work explores digital divide interventions, reproducibility in management science, and strategies to combat misinformation through user ratings. Key research themes include the role of communication in enhancing trust, the effects of social stratification on influence dynamics, and the wisdom of crowds in sequential decision-making contexts. Academic contributions span experimental game theory, network analysis, and policy-relevant studies on participation gaps. No scientific awards have been explicitly mentioned in available records. His work bridges theoretical models with empirical testing, often using experimental setups to validate hypotheses about social behavior. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects on collective decision-making and the design of fair reputation systems.

Jan WrampelmeyerView profile

Associate Professor

• Money Markets
• International Finance
• Asset Pricing
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Jan Wrampelmeyer is an Associate Professor of Finance at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (since 2017) and a Finance Research Fellow at Tinbergen Institute. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor at the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland) and worked as a Risk Modeling & Analytics Specialist at UBS AG. He holds a Ph.D. in Banking and Finance from the University of Zurich (2011) and a M.Sc. in Econometrics and Operations Research from Maastricht University. His research focuses on money markets, international finance, asset pricing, and financial econometrics. Notable publications include work in Journal of Finance and Review of Financial Studies . He teaches courses such as Algorithmic Trading and has supervised one PhD thesis. Research collaborations span institutions globally, with a focus on financial stability, liquidity dynamics, and regulatory frameworks. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to economic growth and financial inclusion.

• Parkinson's Disease
• Positron Emission Tomography
• Neuroimaging
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Prof. dr. Nico Leenders is a leading academic in Neuroscience at the University Medical Center Groningen , focusing on Parkinson's Disease and related neurodegenerative disorders. His work spans neuroimaging, sleep disorders, and metabolic brain patterns. Expert in PET/CT and fMRI methodologies Active in 18F-FDG radiopharmaceutical applications Key contributor to understanding prodromal Parkinson's progression markers Research interests center on neuroimaging biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases, with recent work on machine learning-based harmonization of PET scans and sex-based differences in ALS . Articles show expertise in dopamine transporter binding , metabolic brain patterns , and REM sleep behavior disorder as early indicators. Media coverage highlights his work on Parkinson's disease research, particularly exploring non-pharmacological interventions like music therapy. Collaborations include major neuroimaging consortia such as the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative .

• Neuromorphic Computing
• Transceiver Engineering
• Brain-Computer Interfaces
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Yao-Hong Liu is a researcher at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology. His work spans interdisciplinary domains including neuromorphic computing, biomedical engineering, and integrated circuits design. Affiliation: Eindhoven University of Technology Department: Electrical Engineering Research Focus: Liu contributes to neuromorphic computing benchmarks, brain-computer interface technologies, and energy-efficient analog circuits. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals in health technologies and energy conservation. Recent Trends: 2024 publications highlight advancements in neural telemetry systems with loss-less data reduction (>11×), spatially diverse transdural communication architectures, and benchmarking frameworks for neuromorphic algorithms. Earlier work (2023) explores material science applications in Mg-Zn-Er alloys. Collaborations: Active in international networks with co-authors from academic institutions and research labs across Europe and Asia.

Claudia FecarottiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Reliability Engineering
• Maintenance Modelling and Optimization
• Infrastructure Asset Management
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Claudia Fecarotti is an Assistant Professor in Resilient Asset Management and Maintenance at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), Netherlands, since January 2019. She is affiliated with the Operations, Planning, Accounting and Control Group (OPAC) within the Department of Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences, as well as EAISI and the 4TU Centre for Resilience Engineering. Prior to TU/e, she was a Research Associate at the University of Nottingham's Resilience Engineering Research Group (RERG), where she earned her PhD in Reliability Engineering and Infrastructure Asset Management in 2018. Education: BSc in Civil Engineering, University of Palermo, Italy MSc in Transportation Systems and Infrastructures, University of Palermo, Italy PhD in Reliability Engineering and Infrastructure Asset Management, University of Nottingham, UK Her research focuses on reliability engineering, maintenance modeling and optimization, and infrastructure asset management. She develops methodologies for planning, operating, and maintaining complex safety-critical systems (railways, fuel cells, offshore oil/gas, agricultural robots) to enhance performance and reduce costs. Her work bridges academic rigor with industrial relevance. Recent research trends include condition-based maintenance for multi-component systems, intervention planning for interconnected infrastructures, and digital tools for railway and modular construction systems. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for resilient infrastructure and sustainable cities. Scientific Awards: IMechE’s Best Young Researcher Award 2013 IMechE’s Donald Julius Groen Prize 2017 She is actively involved in projects like Modular prefabricated construction (2024–2027) and serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Infrastructure Systems (ASCE). Her expertise spans Petri nets, fault tolerance, and systems performance optimization.

Volker NannenView profile

Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Agent-Based Simulations
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Volker Nannen is a Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence, Linear Algebra, and Advanced Programming at University College Groningen, part of the University of Groningen. He holds a PhD from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2009) and has extensive experience in academic and industrial roles. His research focuses on robotics, agent-based simulations, and traction systems for extreme environments. He has contributed to projects such as soil-friendly agricultural robotics, lunar landing pad construction, and climate change policy analysis. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2009). Research interests include autonomous systems, evolutionary algorithms, and sustainable technologies. His work spans robotics for agriculture and space exploration, with a focus on minimizing environmental impact. Notable awards include the Best Paper Award at the 2006 Genetic and Evolutionary Computation Conference. He has advised on AI curricula, served as a scientific expert for German government grants, and collaborated with institutions like NASA and the German Federal Ministry of Transport. Labs/Teams: Involved in projects through Applied Biosignals GmbH (neonatal care) and sedewa.com (soil management robotics).

Orest IftimeView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Mathematics
• Control Theory
• Systems and Control
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Orest Iftime is an Associate Professor in Applied Mathematics at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Department of Economics, Econometrics, and Finance under the Faculty of Economics and Business. He holds a PhD from the University of Twente (2002) and has held academic positions since 2004, including roles at Delft University of Technology and the University of Groningen. His research focuses on control theory, systems and control engineering, optimization, and model reduction. Education: PhD (2002) and MSc/BSc from 'Al. I. Cuza' University, Iasi, Romania Awards: IEEE Outstanding Reviewer (2012), NWO Grants (2011–2022), Automatica Reviewer Award (2008) Research interests include moment matching, sliding mode control, PDE control, and robust control systems. Over 60 publications across conferences like CDC and ECC, and journals like Automatica. Active in teaching courses like Matrix Analysis, Stochastic Models, and Mathematics for Economics. Grants: Multiple NWO projects (2008–2022) Professional Experience: Postdoc (2002–2004), Lecturer/Researcher roles across institutions

Jan JacobsView profile

Associate Professor

• Empirical Macroeconomics
• Health Economics
• Econometric Business Cycle Analysis
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Dr. Jan Jacobs is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, Department of Economics, Econometrics and Finance. He holds ancillary positions as a Research Associate at the Centre for Applied Macroeconomic Analysis (Australian National University) and an Associate Fellow at CIRANO (Montréal). His research focuses on empirical macroeconomics, health economics, and econometric business cycle analysis, with specializations in seasonal adjustment techniques, currency crisis modeling, and financial cycle analysis. Education: M.Sc. in Econometrics (University of Groningen, 1983) and Ph.D. in Econometrics (University of Groningen, 1998). Research Interests: Empirical macroeconomics, health economics, econometric business cycle analysis, seasonal adjustment methodologies, currency crisis modeling, financial cycle dynamics, and multivariate time series analysis. His work addresses topics like output gap coherence in the euro area, global financial cycle measurement, and real-time data challenges in macroeconomic forecasting. Recent Research Trends: Jacobs' publications from 2024 emphasize fiscal impacts of climate anomalies, coherence of euro area business cycles, and multivariate decomposition models. Earlier work (2011–2022) explored currency crises, teleradiology cost-benefit analysis, and data revision methodologies. Honors/Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided materials. Teaching & Grants: Not detailed in provided text, but his long-term affiliation with the University of Groningen (since 1983) suggests active teaching and research leadership roles. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the CCSO (Centre for Economic Research) and collaborates with international institutions like the Australian National University and CIRANO.

Peter van der GulikView profile

Researcher

• Evolutionary Biochemistry
• Genetic Code Evolution
• tRNA Biology
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Peter van der Gulik is a researcher at Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI) in Amsterdam, working in the Algorithms and Complexity department and the Information & Documentation section. His research focuses on evolutionary biochemistry, specifically the genetic code structure, tRNA biology, and eukaryogenesis. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Amsterdam (2019), advised by Harry Buhrman, Wouter Hoff, and Dave Speijer. His work bridges computational biology and evolutionary theory, addressing questions like the origins of the genetic code and the validity of taxonomic frameworks. Key contributions include defending the three-domain system of life, analyzing tRNA gene annotations in prokaryotes, and proposing taxonomic reforms. His publications span journals like BioEssays , Biological Reviews , and RNA Biology , reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with both computational methods and biological theory. Current efforts emphasize resolving inconsistencies in evolutionary narratives through rigorous genomic analysis and historical biochemical data integration. Despite no listed awards, his work has influenced debates on foundational evolutionary concepts such as the tree of life paradigm and Linnaean taxonomy modernization. Grant details are not explicitly mentioned, but his affiliation with CWI and collaborations with institutions like Quantinuum and Oklahoma State University suggest active research partnerships.

Marten van DijkView profile

Professor

• Computer Security
• Cryptography
• Secure Processor Design
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Dr. Marten van Dijk is a Full Professor in the Computer Security department at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) since 2022 and a Group Leader for Computer Security at CWI since 2020. He also holds a Gratis Full Research Professor position at the University of Connecticut's ECE Department since 2020. Previously, he served as Associate and Full Professor at the University of Connecticut and held research roles at MIT CSAIL, RSA Laboratories, and Philips Research. PhD in Mathematics (1997, Eindhoven University of Technology) M.S. in Mathematics (Cum Laude, 1993) M.S. in Computer Science (Cum Laude, 1991) His research focuses on foundational computer security problems using cryptographic principles, including secure processor design, oblivious computation, and privacy-preserving machine learning. Notable contributions span Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs), Aegis secure processor architecture, and oblivious RAM protocols. 15+ publications in 2023-2025 address topics like PUF cryptanalysis, differential privacy in federated learning, and Byzantine fault tolerance Key journals: IEEE Transactions on Computers, Journal of Cryptology, ACM CCS Conference Award highlights include: IEEE Fellow (2022) for secure processor design and encrypted computation IEEE Technical Achievement Award (2023) Intel Test of Time Award (2022) ACM CCS Best Paper (2013) A. Richard Newton Technical Impact Award (2015) His technical leadership spans hardware security (blu-ray error correction codes), cryptographic protocol design, and machine learning privacy frameworks. Current projects focus on secure processors with hardware-enforced isolation and differential privacy optimization.

Monique LaurentView profile

Professor

• Discrete Mathematics
• Optimization
• Polynomial Optimization
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Monique Laurent is a Tilburg University professor and senior researcher at CWI (Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica), focusing on discrete mathematics and optimization . Her work bridges algebra, geometry, and computer science to solve complex combinatorial and polynomial optimization problems. Part-time full professor at Tilburg University (since 2009) Group leader of Networks and Optimization at CWI (2005-2016) Current member of CWI Management Team Research Focus: Semidefinite programming hierarchies, noncommutative polynomial optimization, quantum information theory, and matrix factorization. Her recent work explores applications in quantum entanglement , graph parameters , and combinatorial data analysis . Key Publications: 15+ articles from 2017-2024 address topics like copositive matrices , sum-of-squares convergence , and hypergraph optimization . Collaborations span institutions in the Netherlands, France, Germany, and the U.S. Awards: 2023 Khachiyan Prize SIAM Fellow (2017) KNAW member (2018) EUROPT Fellow (2021) Grants & Projects: Leads EU-funded initiatives TENORS (2024) and POEMA (2019), with prior NWO and Marie Curie grants. Organizes international workshops on polynomial optimization and quantum information.

Nicky van ForeestView profile

Associate Professor

• Probability
• Optimization
• Stochastic Processes
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Dr. Nicky van Foreest is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business , University of Groningen. His research bridges probability theory and optimization , focusing on applications in manufacturing, inventory, queueing, and service processes. His 15 most recent articles explore computational methods in probability, recursion, and entropy (e.g., Solving Wordle with Entropy ), geometric properties (e.g., Sagemath Proofs for Three Circles ), and stochastic system analysis (e.g., Memoryless Excursions ). He develops educational materials and open-source software, including contributions to stochastic_or and sicm_sagemath . Contact: n.d.van.foreest@rug.nl | University Profile | Personal Homepage .

Rob EggermontView profile

Assistant Professor

• Algebraic Geometry
• Discrete Mathematics
• Polynomial Representations
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Rob Eggermont is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), specializing in the Discrete Algebra and Geometry research group. His work focuses on finiteness properties in infinite-dimensional algebraic settings with symmetry, connecting algebraic geometry, representation theory, and combinatorics. His research has significant applications in fields including phylogenetics, chemistry, and algebraic statistics. Education: MSc in Mathematics from Leiden University (2011), cum laude PhD from Eindhoven University of Technology (2015), cum laude Rob Eggermont's research centers on how algebraic structures with symmetry maintain finiteness properties even in infinite-dimensional settings. His work on topological noetherianity demonstrates that in systems with sufficient symmetry, problems involving millions of variables can be as tractable as those with only a few variables. This has profound implications for computational algebra and geometric modeling. His research group plays a leading role in algebraic graph theory, finite and incidence geometry, and discrete Lie theory. An analysis of his recent publications (2017-2025) reveals a consistent focus on polynomial representations, GL-varieties, and symmetric matrix structures. His work frequently explores how finiteness properties emerge in infinite-dimensional settings through symmetry constraints. Collaborations with Jan Draisma and other mathematicians form a significant portion of his output, indicating strong research networks in algebraic geometry and representation theory. Scientific Awards: Jong Talent Aanmoedigingsprijs (2007) - awarded to the best first-year mathematics student at Leiden University Veni grant 016.Veni.192.113 from the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) Dr. Eggermont has secured research funding through competitive grants and has participated in numerous international workshops and conferences, including the AIM workshop on 'Representation stability' (San Jose, 2016) and the BIRS workshop on 'Free Resolutions, Representations, and Asymptotic Algebra' (Banff, 2016). His research group actively contributes to the DIAMANT symposium and the Intercity Number Theory Seminar. Within the Discrete Algebra and Geometry group at TU/e, Eggermont collaborates with colleagues on advancing the theoretical foundations of algebraic structures with symmetry. His work has helped establish connections between representation theory, combinatorics, and practical applications in scientific computing.