World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
VIEW LIST
Marc Fransen

Marc Fransen

KU Leuven
Belgium

D-Index & Metrics

Biology and Biochemistry

D-Index
50
Citations
17633
World Ranking
17414
National Ranking
290

Marc Fransen publication distribution in Biology and Biochemistry in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Biology and Biochemistry in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Marc Fransen sits on this spectrum.

47–56 publications: 8 scientists 57–66 publications: 35 scientists 67–76 publications: 106 scientists 77–86 publications: 231 scientists 87–96 publications: 414 scientists 97–106 publications: 546 scientists 107–116 publications: 704 scientists 117–126 publications: 849 scientists 127–136 publications: 980 scientists 137–146 publications: 942 scientists 147–156 publications: 969 scientists 157–166 publications: 950 scientists 167–176 publications: 951 scientists 177–186 publications: 915 scientists 187–196 publications: 787 scientists 197–206 publications: 841 scientists 207–216 publications: 735 scientists 217–226 publications: 709 scientists 227–236 publications: 651 scientists 237–246 publications: 605 scientists 247–256 publications: 510 scientists 257–266 publications: 524 scientists 267–276 publications: 434 scientists 277–286 publications: 418 scientists 287–296 publications: 350 scientists 297–306 publications: 363 scientists 307–316 publications: 315 scientists 317–326 publications: 296 scientists 327–336 publications: 261 scientists 337–346 publications: 240 scientists 347–356 publications: 219 scientists 357–366 publications: 197 scientists 367–376 publications: 154 scientists 377–386 publications: 161 scientists 387–396 publications: 155 scientists 397–406 publications: 145 scientists 407–416 publications: 124 scientists 417–426 publications: 112 scientists 427–436 publications: 132 scientists 437–446 publications: 116 scientists 447–456 publications: 99 scientists 457–466 publications: 81 scientists 467–476 publications: 91 scientists 477–486 publications: 80 scientists 487–496 publications: 80 scientists 497–506 publications: 60 scientists 507–516 publications: 36 scientists 517–526 publications: 46 scientists 527–536 publications: 54 scientists 537–546 publications: 44 scientists 547–556 publications: 43 scientists 557–566 publications: 43 scientists 567–576 publications: 42 scientists 577–586 publications: 25 scientists 587–596 publications: 34 scientists 597–606 publications: 23 scientists 607–616 publications: 33 scientists 617–626 publications: 31 scientists 627–636 publications: 27 scientists 637–646 publications: 25 scientists 647–656 publications: 28 scientists 657–666 publications: 34 scientists 667–676 publications: 18 scientists 677–686 publications: 16 scientists 687–696 publications: 10 scientists 697–706 publications: 12 scientists 707–716 publications: 21 scientists 717–726 publications: 12 scientists 727–736 publications: 12 scientists 737–746 publications: 10 scientists 747–756 publications: 7 scientists 757–766 publications: 13 scientists 767–776 publications: 15 scientists 777–786 publications: 13 scientists 787–796 publications: 9 scientists 797–806 publications: 9 scientists 807–816 publications: 7 scientists 817–826 publications: 4 scientists 827–836 publications: 9 scientists 837–846 publications: 7 scientists 847–856 publications: 3 scientists 857–866 publications: 5 scientists 867–876 publications: 5 scientists 877–886 publications: 11 scientists 887–896 publications: 3 scientists 897–906 publications: 4 scientists 907–916 publications: 7 scientists 917–926 publications: 5 scientists 927–936 publications: 6 scientists 937–946 publications: 6 scientists 947–956 publications: 3 scientists 957–966 publications: 7 scientists 967–976 publications: 2 scientists 977–986 publications: 2 scientists 987–996 publications: 1 scientists 997–1,006 publications: 5 scientists 1,007–1,016 publications: 2 scientists 1,017–1,026 publications: 2 scientists 1,027 publications: 1 scientists 1,028+ publications: 100 scientists
47 publications 1,028+

This scientist: 165 publications — 34th percentile

34% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 1,028 publications or more.

Marc Fransen D-index placement in Biology and Biochemistry in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Biology and Biochemistry scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Marc Fransen sits on this spectrum.

40–41 D-Index: 80 scientists 42–43 D-Index: 183 scientists 44–45 D-Index: 317 scientists 46–47 D-Index: 504 scientists 48–49 D-Index: 718 scientists 50–51 D-Index: 900 scientists 52–53 D-Index: 1,026 scientists 54–55 D-Index: 1,150 scientists 56–57 D-Index: 1,236 scientists 58–59 D-Index: 1,253 scientists 60–61 D-Index: 1,163 scientists 62–63 D-Index: 1,131 scientists 64–65 D-Index: 1,032 scientists 66–67 D-Index: 897 scientists 68–69 D-Index: 814 scientists 70–71 D-Index: 715 scientists 72–73 D-Index: 709 scientists 74–75 D-Index: 596 scientists 76–77 D-Index: 512 scientists 78–79 D-Index: 473 scientists 80–81 D-Index: 412 scientists 82–83 D-Index: 373 scientists 84–85 D-Index: 358 scientists 86–87 D-Index: 285 scientists 88–89 D-Index: 273 scientists 90–91 D-Index: 227 scientists 92–93 D-Index: 208 scientists 94–95 D-Index: 193 scientists 96–97 D-Index: 153 scientists 98–99 D-Index: 157 scientists 100–101 D-Index: 148 scientists 102–103 D-Index: 120 scientists 104–105 D-Index: 113 scientists 106–107 D-Index: 100 scientists 108–109 D-Index: 86 scientists 110–111 D-Index: 67 scientists 112–113 D-Index: 72 scientists 114–115 D-Index: 73 scientists 116–117 D-Index: 64 scientists 118–119 D-Index: 53 scientists 120–121 D-Index: 60 scientists 122–123 D-Index: 54 scientists 124–125 D-Index: 43 scientists 126–127 D-Index: 38 scientists 128–129 D-Index: 49 scientists 130–131 D-Index: 26 scientists 132–133 D-Index: 18 scientists 134–135 D-Index: 23 scientists 136–137 D-Index: 32 scientists 138–139 D-Index: 32 scientists 140–141 D-Index: 27 scientists 142–143 D-Index: 19 scientists 144–145 D-Index: 22 scientists 146–147 D-Index: 12 scientists 148–149 D-Index: 16 scientists 150–151 D-Index: 14 scientists 152–153 D-Index: 10 scientists 154–155 D-Index: 13 scientists 156–157 D-Index: 10 scientists 158–159 D-Index: 7 scientists 160–161 D-Index: 9 scientists 162–163 D-Index: 13 scientists 164–165 D-Index: 4 scientists 166 D-Index: 4 scientists 167+ D-Index: 98 scientists
40 D-Index 167+

This scientist: 50 D-Index — 11th percentile

11% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 167 D-Index or more.

Overview

Marc Fransen is a researcher affiliated with KU Leuven in Belgium, with a scholarly focus primarily in Biochemistry, Genetics, and Molecular Biology. Their publication profile includes significant work in subfields such as Molecular Biology, Physiology, Epidemiology, Cancer Research, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

The scientist's research primarily addresses topics including:

  • Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptors
  • Adenosine and Purinergic Signaling
  • Autophagy in Disease and Therapy
  • Redox biology and oxidative stress
  • Fuel Cells and Related Materials
  • RNA modifications and cancer
  • Biomedical Research and Pathophysiology

Marc Fransen has contributed to several recent papers, reflecting an interest in cellular processes, organelle communication, and biochemistry. Notable recent publications include:

  • "Mitochondrial fission factor (MFF) is a critical regulator of peroxisome maturation", 2020, published in Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Cell Research
  • "The Peroxisome-Autophagy Redox Connection: A Double-Edged Sword?", 2021, published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
  • "Slc25a17 Gene Trapped Mice: PMP34 Plays a Role in the Peroxisomal Degradation of Phytanic and Pristanic Acid", 2020, published in Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
  • "Peroxisomal hydrogen peroxide signaling: A new chapter in intracellular communication research", 2024, published in Current Opinion in Chemical Biology
  • "The murine retinal pigment epithelium requires peroxisomal β-oxidation to maintain lysosomal function and prevent dedifferentiation", 2023, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

The scientist frequently collaborates with a core group of coauthors, including Celien Lismont, Cláudio F. Costa, Mohamed A. F. Hussein, Hongli Li, and Paul P. Van Veldhoven. These collaborations have produced a body of work contributing notably to cellular and molecular biology, with particular attention to peroxisomal function and signaling pathways.

Marc Fransen's research outputs have appeared repeatedly in journals such as Free Radical Biology and Medicine, bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory), Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology, Antioxidants, and Methods in Molecular Biology. This range shows engagement with both experimental and review literature formats across related fields.

In addition to peer-reviewed articles, Marc Fransen has contributed to book publications, including a volume titled "Molecular Mechanisms and Physiological Significance of Organelle Interactions and Cooperation - Volume II" published by Frontiers Media in 2022.

Best Publications

  • Guidelines for the use and interpretation of assays for monitoring autophagy

    Daniel J. Klionsky;Fabio C. Abdalla;Hagai Abeliovich;Robert T. Abraham

  • Peroxisomes are signaling platforms for antiviral innate immunity

    Evelyn Dixit;Steeve Boulant;Yijing Zhang;Amy S.Y. Lee

  • Role of peroxisomes in ROS/RNS-metabolism: implications for human disease.

    Marc Fransen;Marcus Nordgren;Bo Wang;Oksana Apanasets

  • A mouse model for Zellweger syndrome.

    M Baes;P Gressens;E Baumgart;P Carmeliet

  • The Peroxisome-Mitochondria Connection: How and Why?

    Marc Fransen;Celien Lismont;Paul A Walton

  • The Difference in Recognition of Terminal Tripeptides as Peroxisomal Targeting Signal 1 between Yeast and Human Is Due to Different Affinities of Their Receptor Pex5p to the Cognate Signal and to Residues Adjacent to It

    Guenther Lametschwandtner;Cécile Brocard;Marc Fransen;Paul Van Veldhoven

  • Identification and Characterization of the Putative Human Peroxisomal C-terminal Targeting Signal Import Receptor

    Marc Fransen;Chantal Brees;Eveline Baumgart;Johannes C.T. Vanhooren

  • Intraperoxisomal redox balance in mammalian cells: oxidative stress and interorganellar cross-talk

    Oksana Ivashchenko;Paul P. Van Veldhoven;Chantal Brees;Ye Shih Ho

  • The CoA esters of 2-methyl-branched chain fatty acids and of the bile acid intermediates di- and trihydroxycoprostanic acids are oxidized by one single peroxisomal branched chain acyl-CoA oxidase in human liver and kidney

    G. F. Vanhove;P. P. Van Veldhoven;M. Fransen;S. Denis

  • IDENTIFICATION OF A HUMAN PTS1 RECEPTOR DOCKING PROTEIN DIRECTLY REQUIRED FOR PEROXISOMAL PROTEIN IMPORT

    Marc Fransen;Stanley R. Terlecky;Suresh Subramani

  • Peroxisome dynamics in cultured mammalian cells.

    Sofie J. Huybrechts;Paul P. Van Veldhoven;Chantal Brees;Guy P. Mannaerts

  • Ubiquitination of mammalian Pex5p, the peroxisomal import receptor.

    Andreia F. Carvalho;Manuel P. Pinto;Manuel P. Pinto;Cláudia P. Grou;Cláudia P. Grou;Inês S. Alencastre;Inês S. Alencastre

  • Peroxisomal metabolism and oxidative stress.

    Marcus Nordgren;Marc Fransen

  • Human Pex19p Binds Peroxisomal Integral Membrane Proteins at Regions Distinct from Their Sorting Sequences

    Marc Fransen;Tine Wylin;Chantal Brees;Guy P. Mannaerts

  • Further characterization of the peroxisomal 3-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenases from rat liver. Relationship between the different dehydrogenases and evidence that fatty acids and the C27 bile acids di- and tri-hydroxycoprostanic acids are metabolized by separate multifunctional proteins.

    Martine Dieuaide-Noubhani;Dmitry Novikov;Eveline Baumgart;Johannes C. T. Vanhooren

  • Redox interplay between mitochondria and peroxisomes

    Celien Lismont;Marcus Nordgren;Paul P. Van Veldhoven;Marc Fransen

  • Peroxisomal Hydrogen Peroxide Metabolism and Signaling in Health and Disease

    Celien Lismont;Iulia Revenco;Marc Fransen

  • Import of peroxisomal membrane proteins: the interplay of Pex3p- and Pex19p-mediated interactions.

    Yukio Fujiki;Yuji Matsuzono;Takashi Matsuzaki;Marc Fransen

  • Mitochondria are targets for peroxisome-derived oxidative stress in cultured mammalian cells

    Bo Wang;Paul P Van Veldhoven;Chantal Brees;N Rubio

  • Molecular characterization of the human peroxisomal branched-chain acyl-CoA oxidase: cDNA cloning, chromosomal assignment, tissue distribution, and evidence for the absence of the protein in Zellweger syndrome.

    Eveline Baumgart;Johannes C. T. Vanhooren;Mark Fransen;Peter Marynen

Frequent Co-Authors

Paul P. Van Veldhoven
Paul P. Van Veldhoven KU Leuven
Guy P. Mannaerts
Guy P. Mannaerts KU Leuven
Myriam Baes
Myriam Baes KU Leuven
Patrizia Agostinis
Patrizia Agostinis KU Leuven
Stephen G. Young
Stephen G. Young University of California, Los Angeles
Suresh Subramani
Suresh Subramani University of California, San Diego
Michael Schrader
Michael Schrader University of Exeter
Pedro Domingues
Pedro Domingues University of Aveiro
Andrea Ballabio
Andrea Ballabio Baylor College of Medicine
Enza Maria Valente
Enza Maria Valente University of Pavia

External Links

Personal website of Marc Fransen

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Best Scientists Citing Marc Fransen

Ralf Erdmann

Ralf Erdmann

Ruhr University Bochum

Publications: 89

Yukio Fujiki

Yukio Fujiki

Kyushu University

Publications: 85

Ronald J.A. Wanders

Ronald J.A. Wanders

University of Amsterdam

Publications: 71

Michael Schrader

Michael Schrader

University of Exeter

Publications: 53

Paul P. Van Veldhoven

Paul P. Van Veldhoven

KU Leuven

Publications: 48

Suresh Subramani

Suresh Subramani

University of California, San Diego

Publications: 45

Myriam Baes

Myriam Baes

KU Leuven

Publications: 39

Ida J. van der Klei

Ida J. van der Klei

University of Groningen

Publications: 37

Marten Veenhuis

Marten Veenhuis

University of Groningen

Publications: 28

Hans R. Waterham

Hans R. Waterham

University of Amsterdam

Publications: 28

Daniel J. Klionsky

Daniel J. Klionsky

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Publications: 26

Sacha Ferdinandusse

Sacha Ferdinandusse

University of Amsterdam

Publications: 25

Guy P. Mannaerts

Guy P. Mannaerts

KU Leuven

Publications: 25

Alison Baker

Alison Baker

University of Leeds

Publications: 25

Jonathan C. Kagan

Jonathan C. Kagan

Boston Children's Hospital

Publications: 25

Paul A. M. Michels

Paul A. M. Michels

University of Edinburgh

Publications: 24

Trending Scientists

Valeria Nicolosi

Valeria Nicolosi

Trinity College Dublin

Huaibin Cai

Huaibin Cai

National Institutes of Health

Mirco Cosottini

Mirco Cosottini

University of Pisa

Charles A. S. Hall

Charles A. S. Hall

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Rhonda Bassel-Duby

Rhonda Bassel-Duby

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Matthias Dobbelstein

Matthias Dobbelstein

University of Göttingen

Deborah J. Terry

Deborah J. Terry

University of Queensland

Louise C. Laurent

Louise C. Laurent

University of California, San Diego

Pierre D. McCrea

Pierre D. McCrea

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Tiziano Tuccinardi

Tiziano Tuccinardi

University of Pisa

William H. Desvousges

William H. Desvousges

Research Triangle Park Foundation

Ann G. Zauber

Ann G. Zauber

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Mei-Jie Zhang

Mei-Jie Zhang

Medical College of Wisconsin

Jean Bertoin

Jean Bertoin

University of Zurich

Lorenzo Bramanti

Lorenzo Bramanti

Centre national de la recherche scientifique, CNRS

Ahmet Z. Sahin

Ahmet Z. Sahin

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

Related Biology and Biochemistry Rankings & Guides

2026 How to Become a Public Health Inspector: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Public Health Inspector: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 Careers for Biology Majors That Pay Well

2026 Careers for Biology Majors That Pay Well
2026 Fastest Online Biology Degree Programs Ranking in Florida

2026 Fastest Online Biology Degree Programs Ranking in Florida
2026 Fastest Online Health Informatics Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years

2026 Fastest Online Health Informatics Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years
2026 How to Become a Healthcare Risk Manager: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Healthcare Risk Manager: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 Fastest Online Nurse Midwifery Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years

2026 Fastest Online Nurse Midwifery Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years
2026 What Does a PMHNP Do: Responsibilities, Requirements, and Salary

2026 What Does a PMHNP Do: Responsibilities, Requirements, and Salary
2026 Physical Therapy Assistant Degree Programs With No GRE or GMAT Requirements

2026 Physical Therapy Assistant Degree Programs With No GRE or GMAT Requirements
2026 Fastest Online Biology Master's Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years

2026 Fastest Online Biology Master's Degree Programs You Can Finish in Under 2 Years
2026 MRI Tech vs. Radiology Tech: Explaining the Difference

2026 MRI Tech vs. Radiology Tech: Explaining the Difference
2026 How to Become a Clinical Research Associate: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Clinical Research Associate: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 Online Medical Billing & Coding Degree Programs for Veterans: GI Bill Benefits, Costs & Top Considerations

2026 Online Medical Billing & Coding Degree Programs for Veterans: GI Bill Benefits, Costs & Top Considerations
2026 AI, Automation, and the Future of Family Nurse Practitioner Degree Careers

2026 AI, Automation, and the Future of Family Nurse Practitioner Degree Careers
2026 MSN-FNP vs. DNP-FNP: Explaining the Difference

2026 MSN-FNP vs. DNP-FNP: Explaining the Difference
2026 How to Become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Pediatric Occupational Therapist: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook
2026 Is a Nursing Informatics Master's Degree Worth It? ROI, Salary & Career Impact

2026 Is a Nursing Informatics Master's Degree Worth It? ROI, Salary & Career Impact
2026 What Prerequisites Do You Need for a Nutrition Master's Degree? Entry Requirements, Credits & Eligibility Rules

2026 What Prerequisites Do You Need for a Nutrition Master's Degree? Entry Requirements, Credits & Eligibility Rules
2026 Is Demand for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?

2026 Is Demand for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?
2026 Can You Get Into a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program with a Low GPA? Admission Chances & Workarounds

2026 Can You Get Into a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program with a Low GPA? Admission Chances & Workarounds
2026 Is Demand for Bioinformatics Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?

2026 Is Demand for Bioinformatics Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?
2026 Online Nutrition Degree Programs for Veterans: GI Bill Benefits, Costs & Top Considerations

2026 Online Nutrition Degree Programs for Veterans: GI Bill Benefits, Costs & Top Considerations

Recently Published Articles

2026 Do Employers Pay for Pharmacy Degrees: Tuition Reimbursement and Sponsorship Options

2026 Do Employers Pay for Pharmacy Degrees: Tuition Reimbursement and Sponsorship Options
2026 One-Year Online Biomedical Sciences Master's Degree Programs: Accelerated Options, Costs & Outcomes

2026 One-Year Online Biomedical Sciences Master's Degree Programs: Accelerated Options, Costs & Outcomes
2026 Is a Game Design Degree Worth It?

2026 Is a Game Design Degree Worth It?
2026 Best Nursing Schools in Virginia Beach, VA – Accredited Nursing Degree Programs Online

2026 Best Nursing Schools in Virginia Beach, VA – Accredited Nursing Degree Programs Online
2026 Best MRI Technician Programs

2026 Best MRI Technician Programs
2026 Is a Construction Management Online Degree Worth It?

2026 Is a Construction Management Online Degree Worth It?
2026 Best Value Online Data Analytics Degree Programs: Affordable Accredited Options with the Strongest ROI

2026 Best Value Online Data Analytics Degree Programs: Affordable Accredited Options with the Strongest ROI
2026 How to Become a BCBA in California

2026 How to Become a BCBA in California
2026 AI Master's Degrees for HR Professionals

2026 AI Master's Degrees for HR Professionals
2026 Anthropology Degree Coursework Explained: What Classes Can You Expect to Take?

2026 Anthropology Degree Coursework Explained: What Classes Can You Expect to Take?
2026 Online Applied Psychology Bachelor's Degree Programs With No SAT or ACT Requirements

2026 Online Applied Psychology Bachelor's Degree Programs With No SAT or ACT Requirements
2026 Fastest Online Professional Writing Bachelor's Degree Programs You Can Finish in 3 Years or Less

2026 Fastest Online Professional Writing Bachelor's Degree Programs You Can Finish in 3 Years or Less
2026 Sustainability Degree Programs With No GRE or GMAT Requirements

2026 Sustainability Degree Programs With No GRE or GMAT Requirements
2026 Admission Requirements for Philosophy Degree Programs

2026 Admission Requirements for Philosophy Degree Programs
2026 BCBA Programs for Career Changers: Flexible Learning Paths

2026 BCBA Programs for Career Changers: Flexible Learning Paths
2026 Digital Media Degree Programs You Can Start Without Meeting All Requirements

2026 Digital Media Degree Programs You Can Start Without Meeting All Requirements
2026 Artificial Intelligence Degree Programs for Career Changers

2026 Artificial Intelligence Degree Programs for Career Changers
2026 Most Affordable Online FNP Programs

2026 Most Affordable Online FNP Programs
2026 How to Become a Caregiver: Certification Requirements in Maryland

2026 How to Become a Caregiver: Certification Requirements in Maryland
2026 Which Schools Offer Flexible Start-Anytime Enrollment for an Artificial Intelligence Program?

2026 Which Schools Offer Flexible Start-Anytime Enrollment for an Artificial Intelligence Program?
2026 Medical Assistant vs. EMT: Explaining the Difference

2026 Medical Assistant vs. EMT: Explaining the Difference