Tjark Ebels

Professor Tjark Ebels is a faculty member at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, specializing in Cardiology and Thorax Surgery. He holds a professorship in this department and is affiliated with the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). His research focuses on cardiovascular surgery, congenital heart defects, and prosthetic device optimization. Notably, he co-invented a child-friendly button cell battery with a safety fuse to prevent injuries from ingestion, winning multiple awards including the 2023 public prize for best tech idea.

His work spans clinical studies on Fontan circulation, prosthesis-patient mismatch in valve replacements, and surgical techniques like cavopulmonary anastomosis. Collaborations include developing shared databases for congenital heart outcomes between surgical and interventional cardiology groups. Awards highlight his contributions to patient safety and medical innovation.

Prof. Ebels has authored over 199 publications and contributed to datasets on cardiac surgery techniques and Caribbean cardiothoracic practices. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation.