Fertiga, a pioneering biotech spin-off from UZ Brussel and Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), is transforming assisted reproduction. Leveraging cutting-edge research, Fertiga introduces the Aurora Test, a non-invasive diagnostic tool that enhances IVF success by accurately identifying the most viable oocytes.
Our motto is one try, one child.
Our mission
We aim to make fertility treatments more effective, more accessible and less burdensome. Our goal is to help as many women as possible to achieve pregnancy on the first attempt.
Our values
- Make a difference – advancing fertility treatment through science and innovation.
- Empower patient success – continuously improving outcomes by close monitoring of performance.
- Solve meaningful problems – tackling physical, financial, end emotional challenges with creativity, teamwork, and resilience.
Meet our team
Prof. Dr. Johan Smitz
Chief Medical Officer
Ir. Elien Van Hecke
Chief Commercial Officer
Prof. Dr. André Rosenthal
Chief Executive Officer
PhD Tom Adriaenssens
Clinical trial manager & Senior product specialist
PhD Inge Van Vaerenbergh
Head of the clinical laboratory
PhD Wendy Van Leuven
Clinical molecular biologist
Piet Lannoo
Consultant for business development
PhD Monika Grubliauskaitė
Application specialist
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