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Regional collaboration between brain tumor experts makes faster referrals possible
The introduction of a triage panel of specialists from hospitals in the region has resulted in faster certainty for patients with a suspected brain tumor. The time between the initial scan and the start of treatment has also been substantially reduced.
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Biobank & liquid biopsy
Body materials (and their storage in so called biobanks) are increasingly important for medical researchers. Studying them empowers researchers to enlarge insights and develop possibilities. With the consent of patients we collect and store natural human liquids like blood and urine. Read more about our activities and insights here.
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Research
Amsterdam UMC is home to several research institutes. They develop, test and transfer insights. Find them and activities here
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World's first algorithm developed that detects kidney rejection
Amsterdam UMC researchers are among a team that has developed the world’s first AI algorithm that can detect whether rejection has occurred following a kidney transplant.
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Stomach, liver & intestines, metabolism
Amsterdam UMC is expert in the field of research, diagnostics and treatment in the field of stomach, liver, pancreas and metabolism.
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Alexandra Cloherty crowned winner of international award in science communication
PhD student Alexandra Cloherty on winning the Famelab International 2021 at an online awards ceremony held on November 25. Cloherty is the last ever winner of the annual competition, which challenges researchers from around the world to showcase their science communication skills. Participants have to condense a complex scientific topic in an accessible manner within three minutes.
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Using data analysis to improve public health
At Amsterdam UMC we will be able to help our patients ever better and more precisely in the future by making use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to analyze large amounts of useful data. For example, this will allow us to detect symptoms earlier and make faster diagnostic and treatment decisions. The ‘AI Technology for People’ partnership will help us to achieve these aims.Data provide insight into patient characteristics, lifestyles, illnesses, care outcomes, and the links between them.
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Artikelen over patiëntenzorg
Yearly we treat around 35.000 patients at both locations together. Read more on our activities and insights here.
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Artikelen over kanker
Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific part of the body grow and reproduce uncontrollably. Cancer Center Amsterdam experts aim to create groundbreaking new possibilities for patients with cancer. Read about our latest insights and activities on cancer.
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Artikelen over hersenen
How to treat patients with disorders originating in the brain like for example Alzheimer's disease, Multiple Sclerose (MS), autism, learning problems or depressions? Experts of Amsterdam UMC want broaden the knowledge of the human brain and nervous system, and to translate this into effective therapies and treatments. Read about our latest activities and insights.
