Boudewijn Plaat

Boudewijn Plaat is a researcher at the University of Groningen’s Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Innovative Clinical Studies and Long-term Treatment Consequences in Cancer (InClinS) group. His work focuses on head and neck cancers, particularly advancing diagnostic techniques like Narrow Band Imaging and improving treatment outcomes through clinical studies. He has contributed to over 93 research outputs and 26 academic activities, including presentations on molecular imaging targets and oncological outcomes.

Plaat’s research interests include head and neck cancer management, radiation therapy, and clinical trials evaluating diagnostic methods. His studies aim to optimize patient care through less invasive procedures and better imaging technologies. He has received notable awards, including the AACR Clinical Research Scholar Award (1998) and ASCO Merit Award (1997).

Plaat has supervised 7 academic works and contributed to datasets like the prospective pilot study on frailty and life expectancy in head and neck cancer. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.