High-intensity focused ultrasound for crystallization
KU Leuven, Belgium
- Institution
- KU Leuven
- Country
- Belgium
- Application deadline
- 31 August 2026
- Location
- Leuven, Belgium
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
This PhD project is embedded in the Group of Process Intensification with Alternative Energy Forms at KU Leuven under the supervision of Prof. Tom Van Gerven. We also form part of the larger Process Engineering for Sustainable Systems (ProcESS) section at the Department of Chemical Engineering with expertise in process intensification, use of alternative energy sources and membrane technology.
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Profile
- Requirement: Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or the like with strong overall marks
- Knowledge of sonochemical processes and/or crystallization will be regarded as a plus
- Adequate English (written and verbal communication) for scientific interactions required
- Strong motivation is a must
- Willingness to work at interdisciplinary boundaries
Offer
The successful candidate will be offered a PhD position to become part of our international team with global research links.
Interested?
For more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Tom Van Gerven, mail: [email protected].
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