12-month research sabbatical for our PI
Our PI Jeroen Aeles starts his 12-month research sabbatical on 1 October.
Read more
New Collaborative Research Publication with involvement of the BNB Lab
This paper highlights the importance of the human at the center of human-in-the-loop (HILO) approaches for exoskeleton use. In particular, a central spot for physiotherapists and kinesiologists in development and training an end-user to use the exoskeleton is reserved.
Read more
PhD Confirmation: Mohammad Alidadi
Congratulations to Mohammad Alidadi on the confirmation of his PhD project, "The functional role of muscle shape changes with a focus on computational analyses of experimental data." His research combines advanced imaging techniques, machine learning, and neuromechanical assessments to better under...
Read more
Afterwork with BNB lab
Yesterday, the BNB Lab got together for a relaxed afterwork evening. We kicked things off with a few drinks and then headed out for dinner. Lots of catching up, easy conversations, and a good dose of laughter along the way.
Read more
Visiting PhD Researcher at the BNB Lab
We are pleased to welcome Mohsen Mortazavi Najafabadi as a visiting PhD researcher at the BNB Lab! Mohsen is a PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering and obtained his Master's degree from Tarbiat Modares University in Tehran, where he developed a Stewart platform robot for ankle rehabilitatio...
Read more
New Research Publication on Gastrocnemius Muscle Function
The medial and lateral gastrocnemius muscles are two key calf muscles that play an important role in walking, cycling, standing balance, and many other movement activities. They have historically been considered as two heads of the same muscle and as having the same functional role and behaviour.
Read more
Welcome, Alexander!
Alexander Schols is a master's student in Movement and Sports Sciences, specializing in Biomedical Research at KU Leuven. He is working on his master's thesis under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jolien Gooijers.
Read more
Quinten Ezzy submitted an application for a prestigious FWO PhD Fellowship Fundamental Research
Quinten Ezzy submitted an application for a prestigious FWO PhD Fellowship Fundamental Research titled: The Muscle-Motor-Adipo-project: Examining the alterations in muscle anatomy and impairment of muscle contraction, functional movement and motor control due to increased adiposity in overweight and...
Read more
BNB Lab stepped in front of the lens
BNB Lab recently stepped in front of the camera for a photoshoot in the lab, capturing our team in action across different lab setups and everyday research moments. From serious science to lighter behind-the-scenes shots, the session showed the personality and collaboration that drive our work.
Read more
BNB Lab at the 30th VBSW Symposium in Leuven
The BNB Lab was strongly represented at the VBSW Symposium 2025 in Leuven. Nele Terlaeken, Liese Bosman, and Jeroen Aeles attended the symposium and engaged with inspiring poster sessions and insightful oral presentations by, among others, colleagues from the MOVE research group.
Read more
10-year anniversary of BruBotics at VUB-ULB's USquare site
What an inspiring day at the 10-year anniversary of BruBrotics at VUB-ULB's USquare site! A decade of robotics, physical AI, and human-centered innovation was celebrated with over 130 participants, including researchers, industry leaders, international partners, and entrepreneurs.
Read more
Spotlight on... Jeroen Aeles
Principal Investigator, Jeroen Aeles, and our BNB lab were in the spotlight in the Society for Experimental Biology Autumn Magazine.
Read more