Menno W.J. Prins

Menno W.J. Prins is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology, holding joint appointments in the Departments of Applied Physics and BioMedical Engineering. He is a core member of the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS) and contributes to the Strategic Area Health. His research focuses on developing molecular biosensors for continuous patient monitoring, particularly using single-molecule detection techniques involving magnetic particles and microfluidics. He founded the SensUs competition to foster innovation and education in biosensing.

Academically, he earned his MSc from Delft University of Technology and PhD from Radboud University (1995). Before becoming a full-time professor in 2014, he worked at Philips Research on point-of-care diagnostics. His current projects include 'Real-time Biomolecular Sensing for Smart Food Industry' (2021–2026), emphasizing practical applications of biosensing technologies.

Research interests span biophysical manipulation of molecules, particle-based detection methods, and translating single-molecule insights into robust clinical tools. His work addresses challenges like long-term sensor stability and precision in dynamic environments. Over 50 supervised students reflect his commitment to mentoring.

Publications highlight advancements in particle motion-based biosensors, antibody fragment applications, and systemic inflammation monitoring. He has delivered invited talks globally and contributed to conferences on point-of-care diagnostics and regulatory frameworks.