Iris van der Sar

Iris van der Sar is a researcher at Erasmus MC in the Department of General Practice, specializing in interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) and non-invasive diagnostic methods using exhaled breath analysis. Her work leverages electronic nose technology to detect and differentiate various forms of ILD, including sarcoidosis, pulmonary fibrosis, and drug-induced lung injury.

Her research interests focus on breathomics, non-invasive diagnostics, and early detection of respiratory diseases. By analyzing volatile organic compounds in exhaled breath, she aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce reliance on invasive procedures. This approach has applications in autoimmune diseases like systemic sclerosis and in monitoring side effects of cancer therapies.

The recent trend in her publications highlights a strong emphasis on clinical validation of electronic nose technology across diverse ILD subtypes. Her work bridges respiratory medicine, biomedical engineering, and data science, with a clear trajectory toward personalized diagnostic tools.

Scientific Contributions:

• Doctoral thesis on exhaled breath analysis for ILD detection (2024)
• Multiple peer-reviewed articles in top respiratory journals including American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine and Annals of the American Thoracic Society
• Active collaboration with leading ILD researchers at Erasmus MC

While no formal advising or grant information is available, her research is gaining visibility through citations and academic readership. She is likely part of a larger pulmonary research team focused on breath-based diagnostics and precision medicine in interstitial lung disease.