Welcome to the IBD research group

Research goals

Our vision is to understand gut health by studying the mechanisms that drive intestinal disease and regeneration.

We focus on key unmet needs in inflammatory bowel disease, such as fibrosis and psychological comorbidities, and explore how the gut contributes to systemic disorders like Parkinson’s disease. By combining fundamental studies, patient-based translational research, and advanced gut mucosa models, we aim to identify novel therapeutic targets and develop regenerative strategies that restore intestinal function and improve lives.

Latest news

During the second week of February 2026, we had the opportunity to present some of our work on a national level at the Belgian Week of Gastroenterology

The IBD Centre of UGent and UZGent were present on the ECCO 2026 Conference in Stockholm and presented their work by posters and talks