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Sabine Middendorp is a leading researcher in intestinal epithelial biology and pediatric gastroenterology, whose work has fundamentally advanced the understanding of rare intestinal disorders. Her most cited study, "Loss of Syntaxin 3 Causes Variant Microvillus Inclusion Disease" (2014, 174 citations), identified a critical genetic mechanism underlying a severe form of congenital diarrhea, demonstrating how a deficiency in the SNARE protein Syntaxin 3 disrupts enterocyte polarity and microvilli formation. This discovery not only clarified the pathogenesis of variant microvillus inclusion disease but also established a paradigm for how trafficking defects cause intestinal failure. Beyond this landmark paper, Middendorp’s contributions span stem cell biology, including pioneering organoid models to study epithelial homeostasis and disease. Her work has been instrumental in bridging basic cell biology with clinical applications, offering new diagnostic avenues and potential therapeutic targets for patients with devastating enteropathies. With a citation impact that underscores her influence, Middendorp continues to shape the field through rigorous mechanistic studies and translational collaborations, making her a pivotal figure for students and researchers interested in the molecular underpinnings of gut development and disease.