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FLASH – more radiation with less damage?

FLASH is a form of radiotherapy that is delivered ultra-rapidly at a very high dose/time ratio. FLASH is not used in clinical practice, but this type of radiotherapy is currently being developed and tested. The hope is to be able to apply more radiation but with less damage to normal

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Computational vaccine design to fight antibiotic-resistant human pathogens

My goal is to develop a computational workflow that uses public datasets and protein structure models to identify conserved, surface-exposed, and functionally important bacterial antigens for vaccine design. This workflow will generate the most comprehensive resource for rational vaccine development against antimicrobial-resistant pathogens. By designing and testing optimised vaccines, I

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Translational evaluation of a novel therapy against emphysema

I have already developed a new unique treatment for lung emphysema in COPD patients and obtained very promising in vitro results. In line with these, I expect to observe that the Lung-bioECM promotes the regeneration of the damaged lung tissue in a relevant animal model of emphysema. This will motivate

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Integrated blood sampling device for newborn infants

The project aims to replace the current blood sampling technique used in hospitals, especially neonatal care, where blood loss poses a higher health risk. The proposed solution is a compact, handheld device designed for placement inside an infant incubator. The device will safely and continuously draw blood, generate a sufficient

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Artist in Residence at the musician programmes

AiR aims to enrich the programmes at MHM by inviting internationally renowned musicians as guest lecturers. Through masterclasses, workshops and concerts, students are given the opportunity to develop artistically, make international contacts and gain a deeper understanding of the global music scene. The initiative raises the profile of the school

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The lazy grower’s handbook

The aim is to write a gardening book that shows a way to create a vegetable garden with little effort. The book will be a practical guide that describes how to plan smartly and use sustainable methods to create a low-maintenance garden. The book will include beautiful and inspiring pictures

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Pramipexole as a tailored treatment for anhedonia

The study has the potential to enable tailored treatment for depression. If the results are positive, pramipexole could be introduced as an alternative for depressed patients. There are several other ongoing or planned studies investigating similar hypotheses, namely that pramipexole may serve as a tailored treatment for anhedonia. If several

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