Meet Dr. Jakko van Ingen: A Champion Against NTM Infections

Dr. Jakko van Ingen, a leading microbiologist and NTM expert, is dedicated to finding treatment solutions for those of us living with MAC and M. abscessus. As the head of the Mycobacteriology Reference Lab at Radboud University Medical Center in the Netherlands, he's at the forefront of research and treatment development.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. van Ingen at the 2023 World Bronchiectasis Conference in New York. I was impressed by his passion and expertise; he's not only a brilliant scientist but also a genuinely friendly and engaging person.

One of his latest projects involves looking at bacteriophages (phages) for their potential use in treating a fast-growing NTM called M. abscessus. By collaborating with existing phage banks, Dr. van Ingen is working towards expanding the available resources and accelerating research in this promising area.

Stay tuned for more about Dr. van Ingen's groundbreaking work with hollow fiber models!

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