Although largely unknown outside the scientific community, the ApoE*3-Leiden.CETP mouse is as familiar to many cardiovascular researchers as Mickey Mouse is to the general public. Developed by LUMC and TNO, this mouse model has been used worldwide for decades to investigate the mechanisms underlying atherosclerosis and to evaluate novel therapeutic strategies. Remarkably, the story behind this globally adopted mouse model did not start in the laboratory, but with a special patient.
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Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) has several specialized centers. Here the knowledge and expertise of multiple departments come together for the best possible care. Information in Dutch.
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Data driven healthcare & AI
Data-driven healthcare & AI refers to the digital transformation within our core tasks. We believe that data-driven healthcare & AI make a valuable contribution.
Read more (in Dutch)Regenerative medicine
Regenerative medicine refers to innovative treatments aimed at function repair in damaged cells, tissues and organs.
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Population health refers for sustainable healthcare with a focus on improving people's health.
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