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The Hague Area, Netherlands

Actively promoting a novel way of Sharing Knowledge and Leading Science and Technology. I working together with curious scientists, talented researchers and creative engineers to improve our presentation, teaching and leading skills. Because no matter what our aim is – present, lecture, teach, pitch, promote scientific results & new technology or lead a group – it is us on stage! For more information, please visit our website: www.stralia.nl.

Delft Area, Netherlands

At the university we develop ourselves in our preferred study field. After graduating, we are well prepared to conquer the research field we choose either in academia or in industry. But what about working together in teams, developing own natural role, taking leadership and understand the behaviour of other team members.At the Applied Sciences of Technical University of Delft, we implement for the first time a new programme for Master's students that addresses exactly these points: Physics… Show more At the university we develop ourselves in our preferred study field. After graduating, we are well prepared to conquer the research field we choose either in academia or in industry. But what about working together in teams, developing own natural role, taking leadership and understand the behaviour of other team members.At the Applied Sciences of Technical University of Delft, we implement for the first time a new programme for Master's students that addresses exactly these points: Physics Design Programme. The students are working hard for 3 months to solve challenging industrial problems, connect with each other and build strong science teams. Because they are the future of science and technology!Do you want to hear more and participate in the programme? I am one day/week at the university, please feel free to contact me. Show less

Utrecht Area, Netherlands

Science Policy and Programme Management of Industrial Partnerships Programmes (IPP) in the field of Photonics, Soft Matter and Life Sciences. Via IPP programmes, we connect academia with industry. Nothing is more rewarding than bringing together great fundamental science performed at Dutch Universities and applied research performed in industrial Research & Development.

Rotterdam Area, Netherlands

Microscopy and Spectroscopy applied in food science and technology.As a Science Leader of the Unilever Microscopy group, I was responsible for the scientific output and project management of a team of highly skilled experts, translating R&D project questions and company factory crisis into analytical solutions. I worked in close collaborations with universities and other R&D partners to solve future challenges in molecular localization and meso-structure of soft matters, aiming for… Show more Microscopy and Spectroscopy applied in food science and technology.As a Science Leader of the Unilever Microscopy group, I was responsible for the scientific output and project management of a team of highly skilled experts, translating R&D project questions and company factory crisis into analytical solutions. I worked in close collaborations with universities and other R&D partners to solve future challenges in molecular localization and meso-structure of soft matters, aiming for major breakthroughs in resolution and chemical specificity.We applied a combination of microscopic and spectroscopic techniques to resolve the molecular structure of Unilever products, e.g. foods and home and personal care. We applied Raman Imaging, Infrared Imaging, Fluorescence Microscopy and Electron Microscopy (cryo- SEM and TEM). Show less

The Hague Area, Netherlands

At TNO, I built and qualified optical systems. My main project had the goal to implement spectroscopy in various fields including nano-technology, space research and medical applications.We used Raman Spectroscopy to detect the molecular composition of nanoparticle contamination on reticles and substrates. We designed a sensor based on Raman Spectroscopy and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) to detect nanoparticles on-line during the particle synthesis– a tool required to… Show more At TNO, I built and qualified optical systems. My main project had the goal to implement spectroscopy in various fields including nano-technology, space research and medical applications.We used Raman Spectroscopy to detect the molecular composition of nanoparticle contamination on reticles and substrates. We designed a sensor based on Raman Spectroscopy and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) to detect nanoparticles on-line during the particle synthesis– a tool required to optimize the manufacturing process. Together with the TNO Sensor Technology and Utrecht Medical Center (UMC), we have constructed and qualified a tool to detect carcinogenic tumors during the medical surgeries.Other projects included qualification and commissioning of space instrumentation (Gaia- a telescope that will chart a 3-D map of our Galaxy), adapt the existing spectrometers for future Lunar Mission to detect the composition of the lunar regolith, implement new technologies for the future lithography machines and fiber optic sensing. Show less

Stationed At Tno

My PhD research was focused on applying ultrafast spectroscopy, confocal and fluorescence microscopy to biological membranes in order to understand its functions and formation. We studied the effects of ions, water, peptides and proteins on phospholipid monolayers, as a model system for the biological membrane.We discovered a revolutionary way of investigating macromolecules-lipid interactions in a label-free maner by using the water vibrational response. As such, we found the existence… Show more My PhD research was focused on applying ultrafast spectroscopy, confocal and fluorescence microscopy to biological membranes in order to understand its functions and formation. We studied the effects of ions, water, peptides and proteins on phospholipid monolayers, as a model system for the biological membrane.We discovered a revolutionary way of investigating macromolecules-lipid interactions in a label-free maner by using the water vibrational response. As such, we found the existence of new type of interfacial water near biological membranes that has strong implications in membrane formation and functions. Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Applied Physics

My PhD research was focused on applying ultrafast spectroscopy, confocal and fluorescence microscopy to biological membranes in order.

Exchange Student, Physics

Bachelor’S Degree, Physics