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Cees Dekker is a full Professor at the Department of Bionanoscience within the Faculty of Applied Sciences at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). He leads the BN/Cees Dekker Lab, which focuses on cutting-edge research at the intersection of physics, biology, and nanotechnology. His work bridges fundamental biophysical principles with practical applications in biomedicine and synthetic biology.
Professor Dekker's research interests center around single-molecule biophysics, particularly the mechanics and organization of DNA and chromosomes. His lab investigates nuclear pore complex function, develops nanopore-based sensing technologies, and explores synthetic cell construction. His work combines advanced experimental techniques including optical microscopy, microfluidics, and nanofabrication to study biomolecular systems at unprecedented resolution.
His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward understanding DNA organization mechanisms, particularly through loop extrusion by SMC complexes, and developing novel nanopore technologies for protein sequencing and bacterial detection. His work spans fundamental biophysical questions to potential biomedical applications, especially in point-of-care diagnostics.
Among his notable recognitions is the Professor of Excellence award (Leermeesterprijs) from TU Delft in 2018, recognizing his exceptional teaching and mentorship. He has served as editor for multiple prestigious journals including Nanotechnology, Bionanotechnology, and Nano Letters since 2004.
Professor Dekker has supervised 45 students and has been involved in significant research projects including 'Towards point-of-care detection of biomarkers for neglected tropical diseases program' (2016-2021), which focused on developing diagnostic tools for resource-limited settings. His lab maintains active collaborations across multiple disciplines and institutions.
The Cees Dekker Lab operates at the forefront of bionanoscience, combining expertise in physics, biology, and engineering to address fundamental questions about cellular processes while developing innovative technologies with real-world applications in healthcare and biotechnology.
