معرفی
Prof. Wouter Nagengast is a Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Robotics and image-guided minimally-invasive surgery department at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). His research focuses on advanced medical imaging technologies, particularly in oncology, gastrointestinal disorders, and neurosurgery. He specializes in fluorescence imaging, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and AI-driven diagnostic tools. Notable contributions include studies on tumor detection using bevacizumab-based imaging agents and computer-aided diagnosis in gastrointestinal neoplasia.
His academic activities include supervising PhD students (e.g., Jolien Tjalma), editorial work for Gastroenterology, and presentations on topics like targeted VEGF imaging and fluorescence-guided surgery. He has published over 127 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing molecular imaging applications, endoscopic advancements, and preoperative cancer staging.
- Research Interests: Medical Imaging, Oncology, Surgical Innovation, Barrett's Esophagus, Neuroendocrine Tumors, AI in Diagnostics
- Key Activities: Fluorescence imaging trials, robotic surgery development, meta-analyses in diagnostic modalities
