Veerle Brans
Biomedical Engineer
Veerle Brans is a bioengineering researcher at the University of Oxford, specialising in using sound waves for non-invasive medical treatments. Her research focuses on conditions such as back pain and orthopaedic implant infections. Beyond her work in the lab, she is passionate about bridging the gap between academia, industry, and science policy, advocating for collaborative approaches to advance healthcare. She values interdisciplinary collaboration and science communication. She regularly participates in public engagement initiatives such as Spotlight: Illuminating Engineering, the IF Science and Ideas Festival, the Oxford Brookes Science Bazaar, and departmental open days.
Veerle’s journey at Oxford began in 2016 when two academics took a chance on a keen undergraduate student from the Netherlands, offering her a summer research internship. This experience shaped her path and reinforced her belief that research should not exist in isolation but be effectively communicated to drive real-world impact. For this reason, she is committed to organising and participating in outreach events and hosting work experience students, recognising the importance of creating opportunities for others. This year, she is excited to host Spotlight as MC, helping to bring engineering to a wider audience. Will you be there?
Find out more about Veerle and her work using the links below:
Researcher Career Case Study – Dr Veerle Brans – Postdoctoral Researcher
Engineers engage young people with interactive activities at the Oxford Brookes Science Bazaar
IBME Post-Doctoral Researcher, Dr. Veerle Brans, organises series of policy learning events
Researchers put the spotlight on Engineering at the Old Fire Station
Find Veerle and her colleague Dr Sara Keller on Instagram @itsdranddr.
