Vera van der Velpen
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Vera van der Velpen is a pioneering biomedical engineer whose research centers on developing advanced in vitro models to study respiratory diseases, with a particular focus on the effects of cigarette smoke and other inhaled toxins on human lung function. Her most notable contribution is the creation of a next-generation system for smoke inhalation integrated with a breathing lung-on-chip platform, which represents a significant leap forward in modeling human lung responses to cigarette exposure. This innovative work, published in 2025 and already garnering 14 citations, addresses critical limitations of traditional animal models by replicating human lung physiology and continuous smoke exposure more accurately. By engineering microfluidic devices that mimic the mechanical and biological dynamics of breathing, van der Velpen provides researchers with a powerful tool to investigate the mechanisms underlying chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and lung cancer. Her achievements highlight a commitment to reducing reliance on animal testing while advancing personalized medicine approaches for respiratory health, making her a rising leader in the field of organ-on-chip technology and pulmonary toxicology.
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