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, prognosis and therapy response prediction of cancer patients. Liquid biopsies are now offering a great potential for minimally-invasive exploration of circulating tumor nucleic acids and cells. However, some
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About the lab The lab of Jeroen Raes (VIB, KU Leuven) is home to a vibrant, dynamic and international group of researchers in the field of gut microbial ecology and its clinical applications. In
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of some mutations can be buffered by the activity of specific genes encoded elsewhere in the genome. These so-called buffering genes give rise to mutational robustness which implies that a phenotype remains
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machine learning. Embedding within an experimental team, with direct availability of experimental validation for machine learning models. The candidate is encouraged to follow along some experiments to
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hormonal activities influence not only the rate of cell division but also the duration and dynamics of each phase of the cell cycle. With the advent of advanced technologies, such as single-cell genomics and
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with iPSC and/or cell culturing knowledge of and some experience with genetic perturbation assays, such as CRISPR We offer As part of the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology and VIB
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, governed by complex neural circuits. As the bladder fills, sensory signals originating from its wall inform the central nervous system about bladder fullness. Disruption of these signaling pathways can
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macrophages and infiltrating immune cells along the periphery–immune–brain axis. About us The research team of Prof. Seppe De Schepper investigates how peripheral immune signals influence brain health and
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evolutionarily recent genes may buffer or exacerbate these effects. About the Labs The Bonin Lab investigates cortical circuit function in sensory systems using in vivo imaging and computational modeling
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information about the open positions. Doing a PhD at VIB & VIB.AI VIB & VIB.AI offers a unique PhD experience with access to state-of-the-art facilities, expertise, and training. PhD students will have the