Margreet Vos

Prof. Dr. Margreet C. Vos is a prominent figure in the field of healthcare-related infections, serving as a professor at the Erasmus Medical Centre in Rotterdam. She chairs the European Study Group of Nosocomial Infections (ESGNI) and has an extensive publication record focusing on critical topics such as infection prevention for MSSA/MRSA, hand hygiene, outbreak management, and hospital design. With over 180 peer-reviewed publications to her name, she actively contributes to the development of guidelines for infection prevention and quality control in healthcare settings. Prof. Vos is also involved in various local, national, and international committees that address microbial safety in medical devices and infection control practices. Her leadership in research and education has significantly advanced the understanding of nosocomial infections and their prevention, making her a key figure in improving healthcare standards across Europe. Through her commitment to teaching and mentoring, she has supervised numerous PhD students, shaping the next generation of experts in infectious disease management.