Ellen Slegers

Ellen Slegers is an Assistant Professor in the Operations Research and Logistics group at Wageningen University. Her work focuses on applying Process Systems Engineering (PSE) to biobased production chains and aquaculture systems. Active in research and education, she collaborates internationally on sustainability assessments and waste valorization projects.

• Key research areas: Biorefineries, Microalgal Biotechnology, Circular Supply Chains
• Active PhD supervisory roles in agrifood/pharmaceutical sustainability and bio-based systems

Recent publications address microalgal cultivation for wastewater treatment, biochar applications, and sustainable process design. Notably recognized with an Aspasia Grant (2020), she participates in academic workshops and conferences as keynote speaker.

Her work integrates environmental impact analysis with practical bioprocess engineering, as evidenced by her contributions to algal biofilm reactors, aquaculture effluent remediation, and educational frameworks in PSE.