Join a moderator-led tour of scientific posters, where researchers and innovators give brief pitches on early-stage research and innovative projects. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions, engage in discussions, and discover new ideas shaping the future of MedTech. The tour also provides a unique chance to connect directly with researchers, technology developers, and fellow participants, fostering knowledge exchange, inspiration, and potential collaborations.
Confirmed posters
1. Differences in pessary support between successful and unsuccessful fit: an analysis in upright position.
- Annemarie van der Steen, Irina de Alba Alvarez, Frank Simonis, Anique Grob, Frieda van den Noort
- Comparison of pessary position and orientation between successful and unsuccessful pessary users in upright position identifies the levator ani muscle and the uterus as support mechanisms of the pessary.
2. Identifying Functional Phases and Supportive Needs in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis for Modular Assistive Device Design.
- Hein J. Lucassen, Malte Asseln, Gabriëlle J. M. Tuijthof, Erik C. Prinsen
- This study modelled residual joint strength in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) using longitudinal muscle strength data from the Pooled Resource Open-Access ALS Clinical Trials (PRO-ACT) database to identify functional phases and the corresponding supportive needs for the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. The results provide design requirements to guide the development of modular assistive devices for individuals with ALS.
3. GLYCOSAMINOGLYCANS ENHANCE HEMOCOMPATIBILITY OF DIALYSIS MEMBRANES
- Roberto Nese, Odyl ter Beek, Edwin Kellenbach, Dimitrios Stamatialis
- Dialysis sustains life of patients with end-stage renal disease, but current treatments last only 4 hours and often cause clotting of filters, immune activation, and side effects such as dizziness. In our project we aim to incorporate glycosaminoglycans into dialysis filters to enhance blood compatibility and enable safer, longer treatments.
4. Diffuse Optical Spectroscopic to Study Changes in Mammary Physiology During and after Pregnancy
- Ana Boamfa, Thomas D. O’Sullivan, Nienke Bosschaart
- Breastfeeding is important for both mother and child. However, the absolute changes in human breast tissue composition during and after pregnancy are not completely understood. More knowledge on the exact dynamics of this process - such as changes in blood supply towards the breast - could reveal important new insights into the regulation of milk synthesis. This study uses Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy (DOS) to map the haemodynamic changes in breast tissue during and after pregnancy.
5. RenOx: A Novel Artificial Lung Device with Integrated Kidney Support
- A. Martins Costa, J.N. Thiel, F.R. Halfwerk, D. van Galen, B. Wiegmann, M. Neidlin, J. Arens
- Today, treatment for severe lung and kidney disease is provided with separate extracorporeal systems, increasing treatment risks and costs. The RenOx, developed in collaboration between medical professionals and engineers, delivers a proof-of-concept alternative to attend clinical needs of a safer combined artificial lung and kidney device.
6. Physical Activity Levels of Community Dwelling Older Adults During Daily Life Activities: A Descriptive Study
- Dieuwke van Dartel, Ying Wang, Johannes H. Hegeman, Miriam M.R. Vollenbroek-Hutten
- Measuring the physical functioning of older hip fracture patients using wearables is desirable, with physical activity monitoring offering a promising approach. However, it is first important to assess physical activity in healthy older adults. This study quantifies physical functioning with physical activity parameters and assesses those parameters in community dwelling older adults.
7. Seeing Cancer in Color: Merging Light and Sound for Detection
- Elahe Rastegar Pashaki*, PhD; Ashkan Ghanbarzadeh Dagheyan*, PhD, Nicole Han, Rutger Camphuis, Cyrille Mooij, MD; Theo Ruers, MD
* Shared first authors - Our research integrates photoacoustics, ultrasound, and acoustic metamaterials to improve non-invasive cancer detection. Using light and sound together, photoacoustics reveals optical contrast within tissue. We develop fast multiwavelength imaging for colorectal cancer to support wait-and-watch strategies and explore label-free detection of circulating tumor cells, distinguishing melanoma and non-melanoma types through their intrinsic signatures. Further, we investigate how the mechanical properties of the cells affect their photoacoustic signal. Insights from these studies inspire ultrasound metamaterials that enhance transmission through complex or calcified tissues in the body. Together, these efforts form a unified framework to make cancer visible in color—advancing precision diagnostics and personalized care.