About us
About STREAMLab
At the STREAMLab of the Department of Surgery at Maastricht University, we are committed to bridging the gap between clinical practice and scientific discovery. Every day, challenges encountered in patient care inspire new research questions, which our team investigates using patient-derived samples and innovative intraoperative techniques. This dynamic exchange between the clinic and the laboratory ensures that our research remains relevant and impactful, with the ultimate goal of enhancing patient outcomes.
Our research is dedicated to unraveling the complex mechanisms underlying disorders of the intestines and the hepatopancreatobiliary system, with a particular focus on cancer cachexia, bile salt metabolism, and gut barrier function. By exploring key areas such as metabolism and innate immunity, we strive to uncover new insights that can directly inform and improve treatment strategies. Our integrative approach combines clinical observations with cutting-edge laboratory research, providing a comprehensive understanding of these challenging conditions.
Through our ongoing commitment to translational research, we aim to transform scientific discoveries into real-world solutions for patients. On this website, you can explore our research initiatives and join us in our mission to advance the future of surgical care. Connect with us to learn more about our work or to collaborate on groundbreaking projects.
Advancing Surgical Science: Research, Education, and Cutting-Edge Facilities
Research:
Translating Clinical Challenges into Breakthroughs
Our research begins where patient care meets unanswered questions. Challenges encountered in the clinic are transformed into research questions, which we investigate using patient samples and targeted surgical interventions. By closely linking laboratory work to real-world clinical needs, we generate insights that directly improve patient treatment and outcomes.
Education: Inspiring Future Leaders in Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Our scientific staff play a vital role in the Medicine and Biomedical Sciences programs at the Faculty of Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences. From coordinating courses and delivering lectures to tutoring in Problem Based Learning and supervising internships, our team is dedicated to nurturing students’ growth. We offer a wide variety of internship opportunities across our research lines, providing invaluable hands-on experience for both medical and biomedical students.
Facilities: State-of-the-Art Resources for Innovative Research
Our acclimatized laboratories are equipped with the latest mass-spectrometers, high-performance liquid chromatography systems, and live cell imaging technology. These advanced tools support both clinical and fundamental (bio)chemical research. We also develop and employ innovative immunological assays, widely adopted by the scientific community. Operated by experienced researchers, our facilities are open for internal research, as well as collaborative and contract research with scientific and commercial partners.
Our studies are only possible with financial and in-kind support from many sources, including the NWO NUTRIM Graduate Program, the Eurostars Program of EU Horizon 2020, the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, the European Institution of Innovation & Technology (EIT) Food4Health Program, the European Union Interreg fund for cross-border projects, and the Top Consortium for Knowledge and Innovation (TKI). KOFL, ZonMw, etc
We are committed to bridging the gap between clinical practice and scientific discovery.
Get in touch
Get in touch with us to learn more about our work or to collaborate on groundbreaking research.
Through our ongoing commitment to translational research, we aim to transform scientific discoveries into real-world solutions for patients. On this website, you can explore our research initiatives and join us in our mission to advance the future of surgical care. Connect with us to learn more about our work or to collaborate on groundbreaking projects..