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Carlijn Bouten is a professor specializing in Cell-Matrix Interactions and Cardiovascular Regeneration at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) where she leads the research group 'Soft Tissue Engineering & Mechanobiology' within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Her research focuses on the interplay between living cells and the mechanobiological cues from the extracellular environment, influencing tissue growth, adaptation, and regeneration. She employs living model systems at various scales to quantify these interactions, aiming to develop innovative engineering solutions for tissue regeneration, particularly within the human heart. Notably, she has contributed to the development of synthetic, biodegradable heart valve prostheses that integrate with the body to create new living heart valves at the implantation site. Actively engaged in interdisciplinary research, Professor Bouten collaborates with material scientists, clinicians, and medtech innovators. Her leadership extends to large national and international research consortia focused on materials-driven regeneration, including multiple prestigious grants and awards. She has published extensively, with over 300 publications in ISI journals and has been recognized for her contributions to tissue engineering and regenerative medicine with various accolades, including an ERC Advanced grant. Professor Bouten is also actively involved in professional organizations and editorial boards, shaping the future of her field.
Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands
Leading the research group focusing on tissue engineering and cardiac regeneration.
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