Projects
Validation of human papillomavirus assays and collection devices for HPV testing on self-samples and urine samples (Valhudes study). University of Antwerp
Multi-material additive manufacturing of dental ceramics KU Leuven
The clinical longevity of dental implants largely depends on the osseointegration potential of the implant fixture and soft-tissue attachment to the abutment and crown (cervical part), both being highly influenced by surface chemistry and topography. The osseointegration potential of zirconia is currently suboptimal, since human clinical trials report peri-implant bone loss ending in more/earlier failures as compared to gold-standard titanium ...
Novel surface tailoring of innovative dental zirconia implants for improved osseointegration and soft-tissue attachment KU Leuven
The role of the vaginal microbiome in spontaneous preterm birth. KU Leuven
Worldwide, preterm birth (PTB) remains the main cause of perinatal and neonatal mortality and morbidity. Moreover, extreme prematurity significantly increases the risk for lifelong serious consequences such as neuromotor or cognitive impairment. Two thirds of all preterm births are spontaneous, or non-iatrogenic, following preterm premature rupture of membranes, preterm labor or cervical insufficiency. The most widely-held hypothesis, is that ...