NUTRIM science stories
Discover the latest breakthroughs and impactful projects from the NUTRIM Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism.
NUTRIM Research Stories offers an inside look at how our interdisciplinary teams are translating scientific knowledge into real-world health solutions.
The spin doctor: Resonance between imaging and health
Prof. Jeanine Prompers: Visualizing metabolism at the organ level helps tremendously in prevention and personalizing health care.
Inauguration of plastic surgeon Andrzej Piatkowski
NUTRIM Professor of Innovative Reconstructive Surgery about his pioneering work in the field of breast reconstruction.
Matty Crone: “Health. It's not that simple.”
In conversation with Matty Crone both NUTRIM and CAPHRI Professor with a mission to build resilient communities.
Cooperation across borders: the value of a biodiverse world
Professor John Penders stands at the helm of pioneering research into the role of gut bacteria in various diseases.
Obesity: Look beyond body weight
Inaugurated on 11 October 2024, Professor Gijs Goossens as Professor of Cardiometabolic Physiology of Obesity.
Video science stories
Invisible protectors: how bacteria from nature can prevent allergies
More infants in the Netherlands are developing allergies like asthma and eczema. Research shows that while playing outdoors, infants ingest up to 60 milligrams of soil, full of beneficial bacteria?
In this video, Niels van Best explains his research on how bacteria from nature can strengthen the immune system of young infants.
How to prevent muscle loss in the ICU
People who have been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for a while lose a significant amount of muscle mass and, consequently, muscle strength.
Julia Bels studies how nutrition can help ICU patients in preserving and strengthening their muscles.
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