Farewells and welcomes at the start of the academic year
As the new academic year starts, we say goodbye to Robin, Tekin and Anna, and welcome three new students from technical medicine, physics and biomedical engineering.
Multi-center OPT study funded
We received an Impact Explorer grant to launch a multi-center study in ocular proton therapy, comparing treatment planning approaches in uveal melanoma.
Jan-Willem appointed professor of Ophthalmic Physics
Jan-Willem Beenakker has been appointed professor of Ophthalmic Physics, a major milestone for our team and for research at the interface of physics, technology, and eye care.
Lisa successfully defends her PhD thesis
Lisa defended her PhD on MRI for planning and evaluation in ocular proton therapy, followed by an inspiring discussion and celebration.
Curling clinic with a radiotherapy twist
A team curling clinic was turned into a playful analogy for ocular radiotherapy strategies and precision treatment.
Recent meetings and outreach
We shared our research at MRI and ophthalmology meetings, contributed to open‑source optics, and engaged patients.
Christmas greeting
Festive reflection on 2025: Discover hidden references to major scientific breakthroughs in Christmas card.
Sinterklaas
Festive visit: Sinterklaas surprises MReye lab with gifts and celebratory song highlighting achievements.
Ocular Cone-Beam CT scanner installed
A modified dental cone-beam CT was installed to enable precise eye imaging and improve proton therapy planning for uveal melanoma patients.
Blind soccer
We joined the Oogfonds’ Voetbal VIPS event, supporting blind soccer and sharing our work on better eye cancer care.