Projects
Kinetic modelling of edge-localised modes in fusion plasmas. Ghent University
Nuclear fusion is one of the most promising options to produce zero-carbon energy on large scales. For the stable operation of fusion reactors it is essential that we understand and are able to control the many plasma instabilities arising in the reactor. ELMs in particular are instabilities that can be detrimental to the energy confinement and lifetime of the reactor. While ELMs have been successfully modelled with MHD, this approach ...
Computer-aided kinetic modeling of supercritical processes based on first principles Ghent University
The chemical industry is looking into advanced recycling techniques to manage large amounts of plastic waste discarded. A new emerging technology is supercritical hydrothermal liquefaction (SC-HTL), which is a thermochemical depolymerization process converting plastic waste with supercritical water into liquid energy carriers that can be used in aviation, ideally in so-called sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Aviation is considered one of the ...
Investigating Space Plasma Turbulence using Kinetic Simulations KU Leuven
This Ph.D. project aims to investigate the fundamental processes governing space plasma turbulence in the solar context using kinetic simulations. The solar wind is a magnetized plasma originating from the Sun and flowing through the solar system, and its interaction with the interstellar medium generates turbulence. Turbulence plays a crucial role in the acceleration and transport of energetic particles, affects the dynamics and structure of ...
Large-scale numerical simulations of kinetic accretion onto supermassive black holes KU Leuven
The IncuCyte S3/Organoid platform for live cell culture imaging and kinetic multiparameter analysis of state-of-the-art 3D organoid models and complex tissue mimics KU Leuven
A kinetic, high-throughput cellular screening system (Plate Imaging Reader) for the "real time" monitoring of dynamic intracellular Ca2+ signals in living cells KU Leuven
Ionized calcium (Ca2+) is the most versatile cellular messenger used by cells. Virtually all cells in the human body employ Ca2+ signals, i.e. rapid changes in intracellular Ca2+ concentration, to control cell physiological functions in response to extrinsic and intrinsic stimuli. Perturbations in Ca2+ homeostasis & dynamics vitiate physiological processes, acting as early drivers of disease progression and pathological outcomes. Hence, ...
DFT-assisted detailed kinetic model development of rare events during radical polymerization processes Ghent University
This project aims to improve detailed model prediction of polymer properties by obtaining accurate kinetic & thermodynamic parameters for reactions in the liquid phase(s) of polymerization media using first-principles methods. The focus is on the rare events that occur during radical polymerization, in order to improve the kinetic models and the interpretation of Pulsed Laser Polymerization measurements of propagation rate ...
Integrated material science, enginomic and kinetic approach to understand aging, processing and digestion of legumes -“Engaging Legumes” KU Leuven
KINETIC KU Leuven
Mobility systems are being reshaped due to major transitions in key sectors (circular economy, digitisation, demographic trends, etc.). Planning concepts for urban mobility have been introduced (SUMPs) and, despite their challenges, are effective in promoting sustainable urban mobility. Meanwhile, planners and researchers have spotted the need for a broader scope in planning.
Transferring the SUMP concept in complex metropolitan areas, ...