Bastiaan Brouwer

Bastiaan Brouwer is a full-time Researcher at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in Postharvest Technology with a focus on fruit and vegetable quality assessment. His work spans interdisciplinary domains including Food Science, Agricultural and Biological Sciences, and Protein Chemistry.

• Active in near-infrared spectroscopy applications
• Develops data-driven models for predicting shelf life and quality
• Collaborates on projects involving pears, strawberries, blueberries, and melons

His research integrates advanced chemometrics, multi-block modeling, and practical postharvest solutions. Current projects emphasize:

• Understanding dehydration and ripening effects on firmness measurements
• Optimizing protein retention in sugar beet leaves
• Connecting biomarkers to market-ready produce quality

Publications highlight collaborations with industry partners and academic researchers across Europe. Key contributions include predictive models for fruit firmness and studies on soluble solids content dynamics.