Gerardus Richardus Bernardus Engelina Römer

Prof. Gerardus Richardus Bernardus Engelina Römer serves as Professor and Chair holder of the Research Chair Laser Processing within the Department of Mechanics of Solids, Surfaces & Systems (MS3) at the University of Twente's Faculty of Engineering Technology. He concurrently holds the position of Research Coordinator for the MS3 department, overseeing its academic and operational activities.

His research centers on Laser Processing methodologies with critical applications in solid mechanics, surface engineering, and advanced materials manufacturing. This work drives innovation in industrial production techniques through precise material-laser interactions, focusing on structural integrity and surface modification for engineering systems.

The Laser Processing research group under his leadership develops cutting-edge applications for industrial manufacturing, emphasizing scalability and precision in material processing. His team operates from the Horstring building (Room N-102) on the University of Twente campus, utilizing specialized facilities for laser-based research and development.