Dr L.J.C. van Loon
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Below an overview of research projects, PhD candidates presently being supervised, and finalized PhD theses, and an overview of recent publications. For a more complete overview of all peer reviewed publications and PhD theses visit our website.
PhD projects (16)
Drs. Wesley Hermans
Drs. Kenneth Pasmans
Drs. Maarten Overkamp
Drs. Luuk Hilkens
Drs. Vera Weijer
Drs. Glenn van Lieshout
Drs. Heather Petrick
Drs. Jacintha Domic
Drs. Thorben Aussieker
Drs. Milan Betz
Drs. Alejandra Monseque
Drs. Naomi Brinkmans
Drs. Lisa Kuin
Drs. Joey Smeets
Drs. Dion Houtvast
Drs. Noortje Boot
PhD dissertations (41)
Drs. Philippe Pinckaers
PhD thesis, April 10, 2024
Title: The anabolic properties of plant-derived proteins
Maastricht University
Drs. Rob van Gassel
PhD thesis, Maart 28, 2024
Title: Protein nutrition and functional outcomes in critical illness
Maastricht University
Dr. Lisanne Houben
PhD thesis, January 11, 2024
Title: Exercise training in prostate cancer patients on androgen deprivation therapy
Maastricht University
Dr. Isis Joosten
PhD thesis, October 23, 2023
Title: Myotonic dystrophy type 1: clinical genetics and multisystem involvement
Maastricht University
Dr. Sean Kilroe
PhD thesis, September 25, 2023
Title: The impact of short term disuse and dietary protein intake on skeletal muscle mass and protein synthesis rates in humans
University of Exeter and Maastricht University (double degree)
Dr. Floris Hendriks
PhD thesis, September 21, 2023
Title: Supporting muscle maintenance in patients undergoing
hemodialysis
Maastricht University
Dr. Inge Groenendijk
PhD thesis, June 27, 2023
Title: Nutritional factors to support bone health in older adults
Wageningen University
Dr. Cas Fuchs
PhD thesis, October 21, 2022
Title: Strategies for post-exercise recovery
Maastricht University
Dr. Michelle Weijzen
PhD thesis, October 19, 2022
Title: Protein intake to support muscle health in a clinical setting
Maastricht University
Dr. Kelcey Bland
PhD thesis, January 28, 2022
Title: Evaluating the role of exercise as a management strategy to counteract the burden of cancer cachexia
Australian Catholic University
Dr. Cindy van der Avoort
PhD thesis, January 14, 2022
Title: Increasing vegetable consumption as a strategy to induce the health promoting effects of dietary nitrate
Radboud University Nijmegen
Dr. Walther Sipers
PhD thesis, January 15, 2021
Title: Sarcopenia in hospitalized geriatric patients
Maastricht University
Dr. J. Trommelen
PhD thesis, October 3, 2019
Title: Nutrition tactics to improve post-exercise recovery
Maastricht University
Dr. B. Shad
PhD thesis, September 11, 2019
Title: Characterising human protein synthetic responses
Birmingham University
Dr. I.F. Kramer
PhD thesis, May 9, 2019
Title: Loss of muscle mass in hip fracture patients
Maastricht University
Dr. A. Holwerda
PhD thesis, March 21, 2019
Title: Dietary protein to support active aging
Maastricht University
Dr. J. Nyakayiru
PhD thesis, February 2, 2019
Title: Ergogenic effects of dietary nitrate
Maastricht University
Dr. A. Kneppers
PhD thesis, December 21, 2018
Title: Regulation of skeletal muscle recovery: implication for COPD
Maastricht University
Dr. I. Kouw
PhD thesis, December 5, 2018
Title: Nutritional strategies to support muscle maintenance in clinical populations
Maastricht University
Dr. K. Jonvik
PhD thesis, September 13, 2018
Title: Dietary nitrate and sports performance
Maastricht University
Dr. N. van der Linden
PhD thesis, January 19, 2018
Title: Cardiac troponins: State of the (He)Art
Maastricht University
Dr. V. Niemeyer
PhD thesis, January 11, 2018
Title: Skeletal muscle characteristics and exercise intolerance in chronic heart failure
Technical University Eindhoven
Dr. E. Backx
PhD thesis, December 6, 2016
Title: Nutritional interventions to preserve skeletal muscle mass
Wageningen University
Dr. M. Dirks
PhD thesis, November 18, 2016
Title: Interventional strategies to combat muscle disuse atrophy
Maastricht University
Dr. B. Groen
PhD thesis, November 4, 2016
Title: Aspects of postprandial protein handling
Maastricht University
Dr. S. Gorissen
PhD thesis, June 23, 2016
Title: Dietary factors modulating post-prandial protein handling
Maastricht University
Dr. M. Leenders
PhD thesis, June 23, 2016
Title: Exercise and nutrition to support healthy aging
Maastricht University
Dr. L. Klinkenberg
PhD thesis, March 4, 2016
Title: High-sensitivity cardiac troponins in health and disease
Maastricht University
Dr. T. Snijders
PhD thesis, December 18, 2014
Title: Satellite cells in skeletal muscle atrophy and hypertrophy
Maastricht University
Dr. J. van Dijk
PhD thesis, June 5, 2014
Title: Exercise strategies to optimize glycemic control in type 2 diabetes
Maastricht University
Dr. M. Tieland
PhD thesis, June 7, 2013
Title: Dietary strategies to augment muscle mass in elderly people
Wageningen University
Dr. B. Pennings
PhD thesis, April 3, 2013
Title: Post-prandial muscle protein synthesis in the elderly
Maastricht University
Dr. R. Jonkers
PhD thesis, December 20, 2013
Title: Lipid handling in models of insulin resistance and physical (in)activity
Technical University Eindhoven
Dr. M. Beelen
PhD thesis, March 30, 2012
Title: Sports nutrition to promote post-exercise recovery
Maastricht University
Dr. J. van Can
PhD thesis, October 31, 2012
Title: Modulation of fat oxidation: Nutritional and pharmacological approach
Maastricht University
Dr. M.Bosselaar
PhD thesis, November 11, 2010
Title: Metabolic and vascular effects of AICA-riboside in humans
Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen
Dr. L. Verdijk
PhD thesis, October 16, 2009
Title: Satellite cells and skeletal muscle characteristics in sarcopenia
Maastricht University
Dr. H.Boon
PhD thesis, October 14, 2009
Title: Substrate metabolism in type 2 diabetes - an exercise and pharmacological approach
Maastricht University
Dr. D. Hansen
PhD thesis, May 12, 2009
Title: Optimalisation of exercise training modalities in cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes
Free University Brussels
Dr. R. Manders
PhD thesis, Nov 14, 2008
Title: Protein supplementation as a dietary strategy to improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes
Maastricht University
Dr. S. Praet
PhD thesis, Dec 14, 2007
Title: Exercise therapy in type 2 diabetes
Maastricht University
Dr. R. Koopman
PhD thesis, June 22, 2006
Title: Nutritional interventions to promote post-exercise muscle protein synthesis
Maastricht University
Dr L.J.C. van Loon
Professor of Physiology of Exercise and Nutrition