Laurens Bosman

Laurens Bosman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosciences at Erasmus MC. His research is centered on the cerebellum, Purkinje cells, and their roles in motor coordination, behavior, and neural circuit function. He actively contributes to systems neuroscience with a focus on how specific neuronal pathologies affect motor and behavioral outcomes.

His research interests include:

• Purkinje cell function and degeneration
• Cerebellar control of motor behaviors (e.g., gait, tongue movements)
• Neural circuits underlying respiration and social behavior
• Synaptic transmission and receptor dynamics (e.g., GABAA receptors)
• Behavioral neuroscience and animal models of ataxia and neurodevelopmental disorders

The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward understanding cerebellar contributions to both motor and non-motor functions. His work integrates anatomical, physiological, and behavioral approaches in mouse models, with emphasis on targeted movement control, respiratory regulation, and social behavior paradigms. The research spans molecular/cellular neuroscience to systems-level network analysis.

While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided data, his publications in high-impact journals such as eLife and Neurobiology of Disease reflect recognition in the neuroscience community. He has supervised at least six research projects, indicating active mentorship. His collaborative network includes leading figures in cerebellar research, particularly Chris I. De Zeeuw.

Dr. Bosman's work is associated with advanced experimental models in neuroscience, including transgenic mice, behavioral assays, and electrophysiological recordings. He is part of a larger research ecosystem at Erasmus MC focused on unraveling brain network functions and dysfunctions, particularly in the context of movement disorders and neurodevelopmental conditions.