Prof. Dr. Carina Koppen

Prof. Dr. Carina Koppen brings both clinical ophthalmology and corneal regeneration expertise. 

• Current positions: Full Professor at the University of Antwerp, Head of Ophthalmology, and medical director of the Cornea Tissue Bank of the Antwerp University Hospital (UZA).
• Research leadership: She heads UAntwerp’s ophthalmology research group, which includes ARGOS and VOLANTIS. ARGOS focuses on corneal tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, cell culture and transplantation. 
• Relevant expertise: Her research portfolio includes corneal endothelial regeneration, cell-based therapies and scaffolds for endothelial transplantation—closely aligned with the Eye Moonshot’s work.