Knowledge centre Leiden Centre for Applied Bioscience
Leiden Centre for Applied Bioscience (LCAB) serves as the knowledge centre of the Science & Technology faculty of Leiden University of Applied Sciences. It conducts practice-oriented research into issues within the theme of Biodiversity and Health. Equipped with expertise and state-of-the-art equipment, LCAB conducts research in the field of measurement and detection in biological systems. The LCAB develops new measurement applications and technologies. We also provide advice and explanations on the results of these new applications and technologies.
Research Group Analytical Biosciences
Analytical Biosciences develops analytical-chemical methods and applies them to contribute to a better understanding of human health and the environment. We do this along three lines of research: Biomonitoring of environmental pollution, Organs-on-chips and Metabolomics. To achieve this, we develop sample preparation, GC-MS, and LC-MS methods. Our focus is continuously on analyzing small molecules (pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and/or metabolites) in complex biological and environmental samples.
Read more about Analytical BiosciencesResearch group Bioinformatics
The Bioinformatics research group brings together biology and computer science to address key challenges in health, the environment, and microbiomes through smart data analysis, multidisciplinary collaboration with domain experts, and the development of user-friendly applications.
The Bioinformatics research group plays a vital role in the applied research conducted at the Leiden Centre for Applied Bioscience (LCAB). Our latest insights in bioinformatics contribute to professional practice, society at large, education, and knowledge development across the various research domains within the LCAB.
Read more about BioinformaticsResearch Group Digital Forensics & E-Discovery
The amount of digital information involved in investigations continues to grow exponentially. Finding the "needle in the digital haystack" is becoming increasingly complex. In our practice-oriented research, we explore how forensic investigators and corporate fraud investigators can process large data collections faster, more reliably, and more cost-effectively.
The Digital Forensics & E-Discovery research group is led by Professor (Lector) Dr. Hans Henseler and is closely connected to the HBO-ICT degree programme (Forensic ICT specialisation) at University of Applied Sciences Leiden (Hogeschool Leiden).
Research Group Food, Health & Innovation
A modern food professional needs to be versatile. Understanding the science behind food preparation and nutrition is becoming increasingly vital. Not just knowing how to do something, but understanding why.
The Food, Health & Innovation research group is dedicated to disseminating reliable, evidence-based nutrition information to a wide audience. In close collaboration with educational institutions, businesses, healthcare organisations, and private partners, we conduct practice-oriented research into food products, health, food reformulation, and food safety.
Research Group Microbial Genomics
Our research group focuses on Food Safety and Strain Discovery within the context of health and biodiversity. To achieve this, we primarily apply molecular microbiological techniques and DNA sequencing of microorganisms. The analysis of sequence data and the development of dedicated tools are carried out in close collaboration with the Bioinformatics department. In education, Biology and Medical Laboratory Research students are encouraged to conduct complex data analyses using accessible bioinformatics tools on the Galaxy platform alongside their laboratory work.
Read more about Microbial GenomicsResearch group Cell Biology
In the fields of health and sustainable food production, the use of cells is essential. Within the Cell Biology research group, we focus on establishing and applying diverse eukaryotic cell models to address a wide range of challenges, including regenerative medicine, organ-on-chip technology, and cellular agriculture.
Read more about Cell BiologyResearch Group DataLab
In the DataLab, practice-oriented research is conducted on socially relevant data challenges. This research leads to real-world solutions for professional practice.
We offer students, researchers, and lecturers a modern learning environment while providing external organisations with a single, low-threshold point of access to data specialists who can support them with their data challenges. The DataLab is equipped with a robust data infrastructure and up-to-date expertise in modern data techniques.
Research group Environmental Metagenomics
Environmental Metagenomics develops and implements cutting-edge DNA technologies to map complex biological ecosystems in air, water, soil, humans, and animals. We do not develop these methodologies alone: the Environmental Metagenomics research group is a joint initiative of University of Applied Sciences Leiden (Hogeschool Leiden) and Naturalis Biodiversity Center.
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