Anouk Verstuyft

Anouk Verstuyft is a researcher at the Department of Bio-engineering Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Her work focuses on fungal-based materials and sustainable engineering solutions. She is affiliated with the Materials and Chemistry divisions and holds a doctoral scholarship in Sustainable Materials Engineering. Her research explores mycelium applications in wastewater treatment and programmable biomaterials.

• Key collaborations involve Prof. Eveline Peeters and Elise Vanden Elsacker
• Active in interdisciplinary projects blending art and science

Research interests center on:

• Fungal bioremediation systems
• Eco-design principles
• Living materials for architectural applications

Her recent publications address:

• Self-healing fungal composites for water treatment
• Artistic exploration of ruined ecosystems
• Ganoderma lucidum's morphogenetic responses

Highlighted activities include:

• 2025 Milan Design Week exhibition featuring mycelium materials
• Maker Faire Brussels participation
• Public lectures on interdisciplinary material science