Janneke Krooneman

Janneke Krooneman is a Lecturer-researcher at Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen, affiliated with the Research Centre Biobased Economy and the Life Sciences & Renewable Energy department. She holds a Doctor of Science in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology. Her research focuses on polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), anaerobic digestion, and sustainable bioplastic production from renewable resources like xylose and cow manure. Key projects include 'Biodegradeerbare Coatings' (2025–2028) and 'PHAst Thermoplast' (2024–2026), aiming to advance biobased materials. She has authored over 40 publications, with recent work on thermophilic PHA production and biomass fractionation. Krooneman actively engages in public outreach, such as the podcast 'Hanze Impact Podcast: #6 Groene Chemie' (2023), and collaborates internationally on bioremediation and circular economy initiatives.

Education: Doctor of Science in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology.

• PhD: Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

Research Interests:

• Development of biodegradable plastics from renewable feedstocks
• Optimization of anaerobic digestion processes for bioenergy
• Microbial degradation of chlorinated pollutants
• Thermophilic bacterial systems for PHA synthesis

Recent Projects:

• Biodegradeerbare Coatings (2025–2028)
• MARKTGEDREVEN SYNTHESE VAN FIT-FOR-PURPOSE BIOP Lastics (2023–2026)
• PHAst Thermoplast (2024–2026)

Labs/Teams: Active in the Research Centre Biobased Economy, collaborating with industry partners on biorefinery and bioproduction systems.