Utrecht University has appointed Cora Nijboer as Professor of Translational Perinatal Neurology, effective December 15, 2024.
Utrecht University has appointed Cora Nijboer as Professor of Translational Perinatal Neurology, effective December 15, 2024. Her chair, which falls under the strategic research programs Brain, Child Health, and Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells, is dedicated to improving care and treatment for newborns with brain damage.
Cora Nijboer is a passionate neuroscientist who combines science and practice with a clear mission: to improve outcomes and quality of life for newborns with brain damage. This includes extremely premature babies or those who have suffered a stroke or severe oxygen deprivation around birth. Her research integrates cellular and molecular insights with practical applications, such as new stem cell-based treatment strategies and cell-free therapies. Cora was among the first researchers worldwide to develop and successfully test the administration of so-called “mesenchymal stem cells” via the nose in neonates. This innovative approach will be evaluated in a large-scale follow-up study in 2025.
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