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Sam Peerlinck is a Research Fellow at the Manufacturing Processes and Systems (MaPS) department of KU Leuven, specializing in biodegradable medical devices and soft robotics. His work bridges interdisciplinary fields including polymer science, biomedical engineering, and microfluidics.
Research Focus: Peerlinck investigates biodegradable materials for gastrointestinal applications and develops bio-inspired soft cilia systems for fluid propulsion in low Reynolds environments. His research integrates advanced manufacturing techniques with biomimetic design principles.
Scientific Collaborations: He collaborates extensively with supervisors Prof. Dominiek Reynaerts, Dr. Maria Miserez, and Dr. Bram Gorissen, contributing to high-impact publications in journals like Science Advances and Advanced Functional Materials.
Labs & Teams: Peerlinck works within the Manufacturing Processes and Systems (MaPS) group at KU Leuven's Arenberg campus, focusing on precision engineering and biomedical applications.