

Merel Boers, PhD
Chief Executive Officer, Director & Co‑founder
Merel is a Dutch health tech entrepreneur with a medical technology background and a PhD in image analysis in stroke.
One out of nine women ever to obtain the highest honors for her PhD research at the Technical University of Twente, Merel was awarded the Prof Vooijs award for the most clinically relevant research.
Focused on creating value and making a difference, Merel has a clear vision for the company and the role of AI in the emergency workflow.
A regular speaker at events hosted by Google, HPE and universities, in 2021 Merel has been awarded the EU Prize for Women Innovators in that year.
Why Nicolab?
”Because it is the moment to create something impactful, a once in a lifetime opportunity to have a long amazing journey to create value.”