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Sander van den Heuvel is a professor at Utrecht University, specializing in the study of asymmetric cell division and its implications in animal development. His research employs a multidisciplinary approach, utilizing genetics, life imaging, and the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans to explore critical questions about cell proliferation and differentiation. With several competitive grants, including from the National Institutes of Health, and multiple academic awards such as the AstraZeneca Academic Sponsorship Award and the Basil O’Connor Award from the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, he has made significant contributions to fields such as cancer biology and regenerative medicine. His work aims to advance the understanding of fundamental cellular processes and their relevance to major health issues.
Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands
Head of the Department of Developmental Biology, focusing on cell division control and its implications for development.
Department of Psychology