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Mangala Srinivas appointed to Prestigious EU Science Advisory Role
Mangala Srinivas, Full Professor and Chair of the Cell Biology and Immunology group at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), has been appointed to the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors (GCSA) to the European Commission, as part of the Commission’s Scientific Advice Mechanism (SAM).
The GCSA is composed of up to seven leading scientists from across Europe. These Advisors provide independent, evidence-based scientific input directly to the European Commissioners, helping to shape policies on complex and urgent societal challenges. GCSA reports are used not only by the European Commission but also by national governments, and have influenced key areas such as sustainable food systems, One Health, cancer screening, and microplastics in ecosystems.
Professor Srinivas is the first WUR scientist ever appointed to this influential role, and only the third person based in the Netherlands to serve on the GCSA. Her selection reflects both her outstanding scientific track record and her commitment to public engagement and science policy.
At WUR, Prof. Srinivas leads cutting-edge research on in vivo imaging and immunomodulation, with a focus on multifunctional nanoparticles for immune cell tracking and oxygen delivery. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates advanced imaging technologies with 3D cell culture. Her work has been recognised with numerous high-profile grants and patents.
“This is a tremendous honour, both personally and professionally”, said Srinivas. “I am proud to represent WUR at the highest level of scientific policy advice in the EU. It’s a unique opportunity to contribute to evidence-based decision-making on issues that affect all of us.”