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Prof. Dominique Hansen is a Full Professor in Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation of Internal Medicine at Hasselt University's Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, and a research associate at the Hasselt Heart Center (Jessa Hospital). His research focuses on 'precision exercise' to combat cardiometabolic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, emphasizing tailored exercise protocols over generic recommendations. He co-developed the EXPERT tool, a digital decision-support system used across Europe to create personalized exercise prescriptions for cardiovascular patients.
- Education: Advanced degrees in Exercise Physiology and Medicine (details not specified)
- Key Collaborations: Prof. Paul Dendale, Prof. Karin Coninx, and the 30+ member EXPERT Network Group spanning 10+ European countries
His research has produced over 200 peer-reviewed publications, including European guidelines for cardiac rehabilitation. Two major research lines include: (1) developing precision exercise guidelines for CVD prevention and treatment, and (2) exploring exercise's role in protecting non-cardiac organs (e.g., the brain in type 2 diabetes patients).
He advocates for exercise as a core component of secondary prevention, emphasizing the need to move beyond 'one-size-fits-all' approaches. Current projects include optimizing physical activity monitoring via wearable tech and mHealth interventions for older adults.
- Labs/Teams: Hasselt Heart Center Research Group, EXPERT Network Group
- Grants: Funding details not specified, but receives donations via Hasselt Heart Center
