Prof. Dr. Winnok De Vos is a professor and principal investigator at the University of Antwerp, Faculty of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Veterinary Sciences. He leads the Laboratory of Cell Biology and Histology, focusing his research on healthy brain aging. His team exploits genome-edited cell lines, stem cell-derived organoids, and data-driven microscopy pipelines to gather robust, patient-relevant information on cellular vulnerabilities that can be used to cure brain diseases. Passionate about quantitative microscopy, he has pioneered spatially selective photomanipulation techniques to probe and perturb cells, and introduced innovative in toto imaging methodologies, allowing for the comprehensive analysis of complex 3D samples, such as organoids, in their intact state. Widely recognized for his advanced imaging expertise, he leads numerous academic and industry collaborations. 

He is director of ACAM (www.acam-uantwerpen.be), the university’s advanced microscopy facility, and coordinator of IMARK, an IOF valorization consortium focused on image-based biomarkers. Prof. De Vos is also a core member of μNEURO, a multidisciplinary neuroscience alliance integrating imaging and molecular tools across model systems. Beyond research, he plays an active role in academic governance, contributing to international committees on doctoral education, curriculum development, and faculty policy.