Dr. Pascale Zimmermann

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Biography

Pascale Zimmermann is a professor and head of the Laboratory for Extracellular Vesicle Research at KU Leuven. She is also a member of various academic committees including the Biomedical Sciences Doctoral School Committee and the Research Council at KU Leuven. Her research interests are focused on the molecular mechanisms supporting extracellular vesicle signaling, particularly in relation to cancer therapy and cellular communication. She has led numerous projects aimed at understanding the roles of syndecans and other molecular targets in exosomal pathways. With a robust publication record, Pascale has contributed to significant advancements in the understanding of how extracellular vesicles influence tumor microenvironments and therapeutic responses in conditions such as multiple myeloma and pancreatic cancer. Her collaborative projects leverage advanced methodologies to explore innovative approaches to combat drug resistance and enhance the therapeutic potential of exosome-based treatments.

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Experience

Professor

2010-09-01 — Present

KU Leuven • Leuven, Belgium

Head of the Laboratory for Extracellular Vesicle Research, leading research in molecular mechanisms of vesicle signaling.

Requirements for KU Leuven

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:94
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:166
Overall
Required:154
Prerequisites
Academic Bachelor's programme in Engineering Science with strong components in computer science and mathematics Bachelor's degree in Informatics or Computer Science with a strong component of mathematics
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Specialization Notes

Master of Engineering: Computer Science. Admission is at the discretion of the Faculty of Engineering Science.