Research projects
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iCorneaTherapy
The interdisciplinary iCorneaTherapy project aims to characterize a promising stem cell technology. This constitutes a major step towards the commercialization of a viable stem cell product for corneal transplantation.
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seXY blastoids: Developing female and male human blastoids to study sex specific early embryogenesis
In this project, the research team aims to systematically understand differences between female and male early embryogenesis by the use of blastoids, embryo-like structures derived from stem cells.
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Host4Hypnozoites
Hypnozoites are dormant malaria parasites in the liver that can reactivate without a mosquito bite. This project aims to understand their dormant state and reactivation, and to develop new imaging and therapeutic strategies.
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Stochasticity
Research into the molecular regulation of early embryonal development
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Genetic Plasticity
This project aims to improve the chances of successful pregnancy upon IVF by discovering how chromosomal abnormalities affect early embryonal development.
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RNA Sequencing of the Neuromuscular Junction in FUS-associated ALS
The project's goal is to gain a better understanding of the molecular mechanisms that underlie neuromuscular junction defects in ALS in order to identify potential therapeutic targets.
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CorneaRegID
Current treatments for cornea damage depend on stem cells in the patient's own healthy eye. This project will develop a novel regenerative technology to convert patient's skin and mouth cells into cornea stem cells to restore vision.