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Ruben van Eijk is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University, affiliated with the University Medical Center Utrecht (UMC Utrecht). He leads the research group 'Clinical spectrum of motor neuron disease' under the strategic program 'Brain'. His primary research investigates clinical heterogeneity in motor neuron diseases (MND), focusing on improved therapeutic strategies and disease understanding through neurophysiological and digital approaches.
His research interests center on neurodegenerative disorders, particularly motor neuron diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Key areas include:
- Clinical heterogeneity and progression patterns in MND
- Digital health technologies for remote patient monitoring
- Biomarker discovery using EEG and motion sensors
- Neurorehabilitation strategies for stroke-related cognitive issues
Recent publications (2025) demonstrate strong focus on translational neurology, featuring: advanced neurophysiological biomarkers, wearable sensor applications for disease tracking, and management of neuropsychological sequelae in stroke and MND. Dominant themes include EEG diagnostics, telemedicine platforms, and quantitative movement analysis.
He leads the 'Clinical spectrum of motor neuron disease' team at UMC Utrecht, collaborating internationally on projects like PRECISION-ALS. The group specializes in clinical phenotyping and technology-driven monitoring solutions for neurodegenerative disorders.
