Dr. Marcel Van Vugt

Professor

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Biography

Marcel van Vugt is a Professor of Molecular Oncology at the University of Groningen, where he leads research into molecular mechanisms underpinning cancer and its treatment. His research focuses on cell cycle regulation and the cellular responses to genotoxic stress, particularly the DNA damage repair pathways and their relevance to cancer treatment. He has been actively involved in various scientific boards, serving as a member of the Jonge Gezondheidsraad and serving on the scientific advisory boards for the Dutch Society for Radiation Biology and Nodus Oncology. Additionally, he has contributed to the scientific advisory board of Repare Therapeutics and the UMCG iPSC/CRISPR facility. His experience spans multiple roles aimed at improving cancer therapies and enhancing understanding of the cellular responses to DNA damage.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Leading research on molecular oncology, focusing on DNA damage responses in cancer.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.