The Belgian Triple Helix

The Belgian Phage Valley is  a vibrant hub of phage expertise, bringing together a diverse array of academic groups, companies, clinics, research institutes, and a supportive Belgian government. This unique ecosystem covers the full spectrum of phage research. From fundamental studies to innovative product development and clinical practice. a supporting Belgian government, covering phage expertise in the broadest sense of the word. From fundamental research to deepen our understanding of bacteriophages over applied research to develop innovative phage-based products to clinical practice in hospitals. Ranging from human therapy, animal health, food conservation to crop protection. From full virion phage therapy to phage lysins as enzyme-based antibiotics. From the discovery of the new phage defence systems to phage-inspired synthetic biology. From bacterial viruses to archaeal viruses. From wetlab to computational research. From individual researchers to multidisciplinary teams.

The Belgian Phage Valley exemplifies a successful triple helix collaboration between academia, industry, and government. This partnership has led to the creation of the most advanced legislation for phage therapy (‘magistral phage therapy’), significantly increasing the number of patients treated. Our high concentration of phage researchers works closely together to achieve remarkable results.

Looking for the right expertise? Hover over the map or check the table below to contact the different Phage Valley members.