Den Toonder

Den Toonder is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), leading the Group Den Toonder focused on microfluidics and biomedical device development. His research spans microactuators, organ-on-chip systems, and applications such as cancer diagnostics and glaucoma implants. He oversees a team of 37 researchers and has supervised over 65 student theses, emphasizing collaborative projects with biomedical and clinical groups. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in healthcare and sustainable technologies.

Research interests include microfluidic actuation systems, magnetic bead actuation, and biomimetic designs. Notable projects include developing a minimally invasive glaucoma implant and organ-on-chip models for cancer studies. His lab integrates fabrication techniques like femtosecond laser machining and employs advanced sensors for real-time diagnostics.

Publications highlight advancements in sweat-based health monitoring, microfluidic mixing via artificial cilia, and tissue barrier sensor chips. His team’s work bridges engineering and medicine, with applications in non-invasive diagnostics and regenerative medicine.