Michel Duits

Michel Duits is an Associate Professor at the MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology, University of Twente, where he leads the Physics of Complex Fluids group. His research focuses on colloids, complex fluids, and interfacial phenomena with applications in environmental sustainability and energy. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through work on carbon capture and mineralization processes. Key research areas include surface science, wetting phenomena, and particle dynamics. His recent studies explore olivine dissolution mechanisms for CO2 sequestration and microfluidic systems for improved oil recovery. Duits has authored over 250 publications and actively collaborates internationally. His work bridges fundamental physics with applied engineering solutions.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Primary Affiliation: MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology
• Research Group: Physics of Complex Fluids
• Key Technologies: Microfluidics, Particle Tracking, Surface Characterization

His research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges such as carbon capture and enhanced resource recovery. Recent activities include presentations on colloidal dynamics, complex fluid elasticity, and carbonate rock studies.