School for Oncology and Developmental Biology - GROW

GROW - Research Institute for Oncology and Reproduction

GROW focuses on research and teaching of genetic and cellular mechanisms, as well as environmental and life-style factors that underlie normal (embryonic and fetal) and abnormal (cancer) growth. The emphasis is on basic and translational research, aiming at innovative approaches for individualizing prevention, patient diagnosis, and treatment for genetically determined diseases and cancer.

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Understanding the beginning: how does an embryo really implant?

Ron van Golde collaborates with researchers to improve IVF care.

Ron van Golde

Focus on functionality in breast reconstructions

Stefania Tuinder is researching at GROW how reconstructions can be functional and positively impact the patient's quality of life.

Stefania Tuinder

The role of our 'second brain' in colorectal cancer

What role do nerve cells play in colorectal cancer? In this Science Story, Veerle Melotte explains her research.

Science Stories video Veerle Melotte

GROW research: all-in-one test for genetic defects in embryos🧪

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Researchers at Maastricht UMC+ and GROW have

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The microbiota is an important key in cancer treatment

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On February 8, 2024, Ziemons received her PhD from Maastricht University for the dissertation “The role of the gut mic

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