P. de Wit

P. de Wit is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Twente, specifically contributing to the European Membrane Institute. His work focuses on membrane technology, material science, and chemical engineering, with a strong emphasis on membrane purification processes, mechanical strength of inorganic materials, and sustainable chemical recycling methods.

Research Interests:

• Mechanical strength of porous hollow fibers
• Organic solvent nanofiltration membranes
• Temperature-induced fouling prevention
• Life cycle assessment of membrane processes
• Metal-organic framework synthesis on inorganic substrates

Research Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in membrane engineering for environmental applications, including plastic waste pyrolysis liquid purification, fouling prevention via direct membrane heating, and sustainability assessments of chemical recycling processes. These works intersect with sub-fields such as nanofiltration, porous materials, and thermal management in separation systems.

Labs & Collaborations: de Wit collaborates with institutions like KU Leuven and TU/e, and contributes to datasets on membrane mechanical properties. His work involves interdisciplinary teams, particularly in materials science and environmental engineering.