Jos C.H. Zeegers

Jos C.H. Zeegers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at Eindhoven University of Technology, specializing in experimental fluid dynamics with a focus on sustainability. He leads the Physics of Fluids for Sustainability research group within the Fluids and Flows group.

Education:

• Master in Applied Physics (Cum Laude), Eindhoven University of Technology
• PhD in Experimental Physics (Fluid Dynamics of Superfluid Helium at cryogenic temperatures)

Research Interests: Experimental fluid dynamics, thin film flows, turbulence, magnetic fluid particle motion, and applications in sustainability. Recent work includes turbulence control in industrial flows, magnetic particle separation systems, and fluid dynamics in porous media. His research bridges fundamental physics with industrial applications, emphasizing energy efficiency and material science challenges.

Recent Research Trends: Recent articles (2021-2023) highlight advancements in turbulence modulation using passive grids, magnetic separation techniques for granular materials, and computational modeling of multiphase fluid systems. These studies address challenges in energy systems, manufacturing processes, and sustainable engineering solutions.

Advising & Grants: Supervised 46 research works (details not specified in text). Active collaborations in multi-institutional projects involving heat transfer, rheology, and combustion science. Funding sources include academic-industry partnerships.

Labs/Teams: Leads the Physics of Fluids for Sustainability group, focusing on experimental setups for thin film dynamics, turbulence visualization, and cryogenic fluid studies. Collaborates with TNO, University of Twente, and industry partners on applied R&D projects.