Officers
Chrisna Gouws
North-West University, South Africa
Co-Chair
Nina Hobi
AlveoliX, Switzerland
Co-Chair
Goals
The iMPSS Europe/Africa Chapter aims to strengthen collaboration and engagement across the global Microphysiological Systems community. This Regional Chapter will serve as a hub for members in Europe and Africa, fostering connection, knowledge exchange, and regional activity that supports the advancement of MPS research and innovation.
This Chapter welcomes participation from all iMPSS members across the globe who wish to become involved through the various specialized committees to be established.
Committees
Public and Government Relations Committee
Chair: Helder Constantino, Industry Alliance for Microphysiological Systems (IAMPS), Belgium
This committee is dedicated to fostering interaction between the MPS community and policymakers, while supporting advocacy and industry networking.
Awareness and Education
The committee will keep members informed of new developments in MPS technology, applications and regulations, while promoting education of researchers, industry and the public about the purpose and advantages of adopting MPS and NAMs. The committee will also focus on training and opportunities for young researchers.
Network and Collaboration
The goal of the committee will be facilitating and encouraging networking and collaboration between academia and industry, European and African members, and between the iMPSS Chapters.
How to Get Involved
Become a member of a Specialist Committee if you are enthusiastic about the topics.
Support our mission by volunteering as a Chair/Co-chair if you are motivated to drive one of the Specialist Committees. Please contact Chrisna Gouws, and submit:
- Specialist Committee name
- Chair or Member
- A short CV
- A short motivation (300 words max)
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