Author: Theo van den Broek

• Science Jam #65 (CCSS): The Complexity Behind Effective Immune Responses

  Thanks to the Young Complexity Researchers Utrecht (YCRU) group, they brought these popular sessions back to the CCSS for our researchers to discuss challenges in…

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• ZonMw Open Competition Grant Awarded

  The ZonMw Open Competition gives research teams the space to explore new ideas and work together, leading to high-quality, groundbreaking research. It encourages collaboration and…

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• Research Collaboration Published in ‘Journal of Clinical Investigation’

  In early life, newborns are exposed to many new antigens, and their immune system must learn to tolerate harmless substances while still defending against threats.…

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• Lab Collaboration Results in Publication in ‘Inflammatory Bowel Diseases’

  This study explores how autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (aHSCT) reshapes the immune system in people with severe Crohn’s disease who do not respond to…

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• Associate member of Centre for Complex Systems Studies (CCSS)

  Thrilled to share that I’ve been admitted as an Associated Member of CCSS. Our work on emergent T–B cell dynamics in human lymphoid structures sits…

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• Master’s degree for Bryn

  I’m incredibly proud to share that Bryn has officially obtained his Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences! It was a real honor to be invited by…

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• Highlighted at UU: Publication of Elisa Fleischmann

  I’m very excited to share that Elisa has been highlighted by the UU on the publication of her thesis in an international immunology journal (Eur…

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• Exciting News: Our EFIS-IL Study Group on ‘Lymphoid Structures: Orchestrators of Immunity’ Has Been Approved!

  I’m delighted to share that our proposal for a new EFIS-IL Study Group has been officially accepted! This initiative brings together researchers across Europe to…

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• Review on Connecting Immunity and Metabolic processes

  This review (open access) underscores a profound connection between the immune system and metabolic processes. Immune cells not only defend against pathogens but also influence…

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• Generous Donation Supports Lung Cancer Research

  During a fundraising event organized by the Rotterdam Fund Racers (link), money was raised for cancer research. A portion of the proceeds (€40,000) was allocated…

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