جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• AgriFood Supply Chain Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Network Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jack van der Vorst is the Personal Professor of AgriFood Supply Chain Logistics at Wageningen University's Operations Research and Logistics Group. Previously serving as a member of the Board of Directors of Wageningen University & Research (until 2024) and General Director of the Social Sciences Group, he leads over 1000 personnel across three institutes. His advisory roles include the Topteam AgriFood (Science Captain), Top consortium for Knowledge and Innovation (TKI), The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), and Florensis BV's Supervisory Board. With 20+ PhD supervisions and 200+ publications, his research focuses on innovative logistics concepts in AgriFood systems, including supply chain resilience, sustainability, and system innovation. His work integrates modeling frameworks with practical industry applications, emphasizing perishable products, horizontal collaboration, and environmental efficiency. Research interests span AgriFood System Design, Supply Chain Strategy, and Performance Management. His recent studies address challenges like postharvest loss reduction in developing countries, CO2 emission minimization in cold chains, and circular economy implementation in mushroom supply chains. Methodologically, he employs multi-criteria decision models, optimization techniques, and simulation to address complex logistics problems. Publications highlight themes such as horizontal collaboration success factors, vulnerability assessment frameworks, and green supply chain design. His work bridges academic rigor with industry needs, often collaborating with policymakers and international organizations to promote sustainable agri-food systems.

Ioannis Athanasiadisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Agricultural Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ioannis Athanasiadis is a Full Professor and Chair of Artificial Intelligence at Wageningen University & Research (The Netherlands). He leads the Artificial Intelligence (AIN) group, focusing on advancing AI methods for global challenges in agriculture, ecology, and sustainability. Previously, he was faculty at the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA, Switzerland) and the Democritus University of Thrace (Greece). He holds a PhD (2005, cum laude) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His research integrates machine learning, knowledge engineering, and environmental modeling to address food security, climate adaptation, and ecosystem services. He leads initiatives like AgML (AgMIP's machine learning benchmarking effort) and coordinates European grants such as LTER-LIFE and CYBELE . Prof. Athanasiadis has supervised over 40 PhD/postdoc researchers and serves as Editor of Environmental Modelling and Software . He collaborates internationally on projects involving AI for crop modeling, digital twins, and sustainable agriculture. His team develops frameworks like Crop2ML and PyCrop2ML to enhance interoperability between process-based models and machine learning systems.

H. (Han) Olffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Sciences
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Han Olff is a Professor of Community and Conservation Ecology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. He leads research on ecosystem structure, species interactions, and theoretical ecology, with fieldwork in savannas, salt marshes, and coastal systems. His work bridges theory and conservation, advising organizations like WWF and ARK Nature. Education: PhD (Cum Laude) in Biology from the University of Groningen (1992), MSc in Biology (1988). Research Interests: Focuses on plant-herbivore-predator interactions, ecosystem engineering, and the impact of human activities on biodiversity. Key themes include savanna ecology, food web dynamics, and restoration ecology. Awards: Gold Medal from Teyler Museum (2006) and PIONIER Award (2002). Active in grants like the EU Horizon 2020 AfricanBioServices project. Teaching: Coordinates courses in Conservation Biology, Ecological Research Skills, and Advanced Population Ecology. Leadership: Directed the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (2011–2015) and chairs the National Research Agenda's 'Green Route'. Fieldwork: Organizes expeditions to the Serengeti-Mara, Banc d'Arguin, and Bijagos Archipelago to study human-wildlife interactions and ecosystem dynamics.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Multi-Agent Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Herman Bruyninckx is a Part-Time Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Mechanical Engineering department, specifically within the Control Systems Technology group and EAISI High Tech Systems initiative. He also serves as a professor (Hoogleraar) at KU Leuven in Belgium. Academic focus on robotics, control systems, and multi-agent coordination Active research in model predictive control , semantic mapping , and dynamic constraint algorithms Recent publications address industrial automation , agro-food robotics , and haptic technology Research Highlights : Developed hybrid decision-making frameworks for multi-agent navigation Innovated swing-free control methods for robotic pick-and-place operations Formulated constrained dynamics algorithms with LQR-Gauss principle integration Created ExoTen-Glove for haptic feedback in virtual environments Collaborative Projects : Coordinated with researchers like René van de Molengraft , Elena Torta , and Koen de Vos Contributed to NWO/TTW FlexCRAFT project for cognitive robotics in agro-food technology

• Aquaponics
• Biogas Production
• Environmental Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Karel Keesman is an Associate Professor at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in mathematical and statistical methods applied to environmental engineering and biotechnology. He leads research in aquaponics, wastewater treatment, and sustainable energy systems, focusing on optimizing resource use and environmental impact. His work integrates advanced modelling techniques with real-world applications, such as bioreactor stability, nutrient cycling in aquaculture, and renewable energy storage. His research interests span aquaponics system design, desulfurization processes, and sensor-based monitoring in water networks. He actively contributes to interdisciplinary projects, including the development of off-river pumped hydro energy storage and nutrient recovery from biofloc systems. Keesman supervises multiple PhD candidates exploring topics like aquaponics sustainability, anaerobic digestion, and energy mixes in Indonesia. He has authored over 300 publications and datasets, emphasizing open-access research. His work bridges theoretical models with practical solutions for environmental challenges.

Annemiek ter Heijneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Sustainable Energy
• Microbial Electrochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Annemiek ter Heijne is a Full Professor of Environmental Technology at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Agrotechnology & Food Sciences faculty and leading the Environmental Technology group. She focuses on circular economy solutions, microbial electrochemistry, and sustainable resource recovery from waste streams. Her research integrates biological, chemical, and physical processes to develop technologies like bioelectrochemical systems for methane production and nutrient recovery. Education: MSc in Environmental Sciences (Wageningen University), PhD in Environmental Technology (Wageningen University & Wetsus). She has held a 0.8 FTE position since her PhD, balancing work with family and hobbies. Her leadership emphasizes collaboration, work-life balance, and the ethical use of AI in science. Research Interests: Bioelectrochemical systems, microbial fuel cells, carbon capture via electrochemical processes, and sustainable wastewater treatment. She explores how bacteria can clean wastewater while generating energy, emphasizing circularity and global sustainability. Key Projects: Scaling up methane-producing bioelectrochemical systems, CO₂-to-methane conversion, and optimizing bioanodes for ammonium recovery. Collaborates with industry to translate lab innovations into real-world applications. Awards: NWO Vidi Grant (2019) Advising: Supervises 18 PhD candidates including D. Metz (Circular Nutrients), Y. Chang (Sulfur Recovery), and J. Steller (Power-to-Methane) Grants: Multiple EU and industry funded projects on electrochemical technologies Labs/Teams: Leads the Environmental Technology group and chairs the Wageningen Energy Alliance, fostering cross-disciplinary energy research.

• Digital Twins
• Blockchain
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cor Verdouw is a Senior Researcher in Information Technology and Data Science, focusing on innovation in agri-food systems. He is affiliated with Wageningen University & Research (WUR), though the specific school/department isn't explicitly stated. Research Interests : Digital Twin architectures for horticulture and pharmaceutical production Blockchain applications in agri-food supply chains IoT systems for smart farming Transparency and traceability frameworks Knowledge engineering in food industry contexts Organizational design for digital innovation ecosystems Selected Article Trends : His 2023-2025 work spans digital twins (cannabis/pharma production), blockchain (food supply chains), and IoT (smart agriculture). Key themes include system integration, circular economy models, and data-driven decision-making. Projects : Leads EU-funded STREAMING project (2025-) and LVVN projects on AI in agri-food systems (2025-2028), data-driven fisheries (2024-2025), and information management (2016-2025).

• Computational Social Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yara Khaluf is an Assistant Professor in the Information Technology Group at Wageningen University & Research, Department of Social Sciences. She holds a PhD (2014, Paderborn University, cum laude) on robot swarm task allocation, followed by postdoctoral research at Paderborn University (2014–2015) and Ghent University’s IDLab (2015–2021). Her work focuses on computational social science, hybrid human-agent societies, and distributed artificial cognition, leveraging agent-based modeling and systems dynamics for behavior prediction/modulation. She leads European-funded projects like ChronoPilot (EU Horizon2020 FET) and DELICIOS (FWO, 2019–2022). Her research explores interactions between artificial agents and humans, developing cognitive capacities for seamless interaction via social feedback networks. Notable contributions include collective foraging algorithms, time perception modeling, and agent-based simulations for public health interventions. Awards include competitive IGS and DFG fellowships. She collaborates with leading experts in swarm intelligence (Dorigo, Stuetzle), collective decision-making (Hamann, Marshall), and experimental psychology (Johansson, Vatakis). Current projects investigate modulating human time perception and delegation of conflict-of-interest decisions to AI agents. Teaching includes courses on model thinking, agent-based modeling of complex systems, and data science applications in food/consumer science. Her work bridges computational methods with societal challenges, emphasizing scalable solutions for hybrid systems.

• Agricultural Engineering
• Robotics
• Computer Science
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Ard Nieuwenhuizen is a Researcher at Wageningen University & Research in the Agro Field Technology Innovations department. His expertise spans Agricultural Engineering , Robotics , and Machine Learning , focusing on AI-driven solutions for crop management and harvesting automation. Agro Field Technology Innovations, Wageningen University & Research Research Interests Robotics and intelligent systems for agricultural operations Digital twin technology and precision agriculture Computer vision for weed and crop detection Human-robot collaboration in farming Machine learning for agricultural automation Publication Trends : His recent work emphasizes agricultural robotics , digital twins , and AI-driven crop monitoring , with applications in apple/pear harvesting, soybean weed detection, and spray optimization. Articles highlight collaborations with European institutions and contributions to journals like Smart Agricultural Technology . Projects : He leads initiatives such as Smart Autonomy for Precision Agriculture (SMP25029) and Redesigning future food production systems through AI and robotics (KB-53-000-010), focusing on integrating robotics and data science into sustainable farming practices.

• Emulsion Science
• Transport Phenomena
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

B. Bera serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Applied Sciences at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), where his research focuses on fundamental transport phenomena in complex fluid systems. His work bridges chemical engineering principles with practical applications in emulsion science and microfluidics. Dr. Bera's primary research interests center on emulsion coalescence mechanisms, droplet dynamics in oil-water systems, and thermal effects on emulsion stability. His experimental approach utilizes microfluidic platforms to investigate concentrated emulsions under constrained flow conditions, with significant implications for petroleum engineering, food processing, and pharmaceutical formulations. The fingerprint analysis of his work reveals dominant themes in emulsion science (100% emulsions/coalescence), droplet dynamics (65%), and elevated temperature effects (50%). His publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory toward understanding coalescence in microscale environments, with the 2025 study on avalanche-driven coalescence in constrictions representing the latest advancement beyond his foundational 2021 work on temperature-dependent coalescence dynamics. This progression highlights increasing methodological sophistication in microfluidic experimentation and quantitative analysis of droplet interactions. Scientific recognition includes: TU Delft Education Fellow (2022) Dr. Bera maintains active engagement in pedagogical innovation, evidenced by his co-authorship of student-centered physics education research that documents open inquiry methodologies and student research experiences in experimental physics.

Dirk Pieter van Donkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain Resilience
• Operations Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dirk Pieter van Donk is a Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Economics and Business, within the Operations — Management department. He specializes in Supply Chain Management and Resilience, focusing on integration, contextual factors, and performance. His research spans journals like the Journal of Operations Management and has earned awards such as the EurOMA Fellowship Award (2024). Education: PhD in Business Administration (1995), Master's in Econometrics and Business Administration. Research Interests: His work explores supply chain resilience, integration dynamics, and operational challenges in industries like food processing. Key themes include disruption management, critical infrastructure coordination, and sustainable practices in supply networks. Publications: Recent articles address resilience strategies, supply chain collaboration, and infrastructure challenges. His 2025 work on disruption concurrence highlights communication's role in critical infrastructure resilience. Awards: EurOMA Fellowship Award (2024) Outstanding Paper Award (1994) ISM Best Paper Runner-Up (2018) Advising & Grants: Supervisor of over 100 master's theses. Active in projects like NGInfra (2018–2022) and NWO-funded resilience initiatives. Teaches courses on strategic supply chain management and international business. Labs/Teams: Involved in interdisciplinary projects on infrastructure resilience and digital transformation in criminal justice supply chains.

J.I.J.C. de Koningمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Design for Sustainability Transitions
• Systems Thinking
• Co-Creation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

J.I.J.C. de Koning is an Assistant Professor of Design for Sustainability Transitions at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology. She holds a PhD in Sustainable Food by Design (2017) from TU Delft, focusing on co-creation methods with urban food initiatives in Vietnam. Her research bridges design, systems thinking, and sustainability, addressing societal challenges like energy systems, circular economy, and food systems. Key academic contributions include exploring co-creation processes in agri-food systems, behavioral change for sustainable consumption, and systemic design interventions for transitions. She actively participates in interdisciplinary projects such as ENRGISED (Energy Transition through Social Networks) and DesHealth (Sustainable Healthcare Training). Her work aligns with UN SDGs, particularly SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Dr. de Koning emphasizes design's role in complex systems, advocating for participatory approaches and intercultural collaboration. Recent projects include designing flexible consumption strategies to reduce food waste and activating energy communities for systemic change. She has supervised two academic works and remains engaged in global research networks.

Giulia Granatoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Behavioral Change
• Consumer Psychology
• Sustainable Marketing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Giulia Granato is an Assistant Professor in Design for Sustainable Behavioral Change at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, TU Delft. Her research bridges design, consumer psychology, and sustainable marketing, focusing on disrupting routines to drive sustainability transitions. She explores design interventions to shift behaviors at organizational and consumer levels. Education & Teaching: She teaches courses such as Quantitative Research... (2024) and Consumer Behaviour (2023), reflecting her expertise in empirical methods and behavioral insights. Research Interests: Her work emphasizes sustainable marketing strategies, consumer perception of products, and design methodologies for aligning user needs with ecological goals. She investigates trade-offs in sustainable packaging and the role of hybrid methods in product development. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with research groups Design, Organisation and Strategy and Responsible Marketing and Consumer Behavior within TU Delft.

Frederic Angمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Agricultural Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Business Economics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frederic Ang is an Associate Professor in the Business Economics Group at Wageningen University & Research since 2023, specializing in agri-food sector productivity and sustainability. He holds a joint Ph.D. from KU Leuven and Hasselt University (2015), followed by postdoctoral roles at the University of Reading and Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on sustainable intensification, dynamic optimization, and agricultural productivity analysis. He currently serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Productivity Analysis and Co-Editor of the Journal of Agricultural Economics . Key honors include the 2023 AES Outstanding Contribution Award and 2020 Best Referee Award. His work addresses agricultural efficiency, environmental policy, and farm-level decision-making. Education: Joint Ph.D. in Bioscience Engineering and Business Economics (2015) Master of Advanced Studies in Economics (2015) M.Sc. in Tropical Natural Resources Management (2009) B.Sc. in Biosystems Engineering (2007) Research Interests: Dr. Ang examines agricultural productivity through lenses of production economics, exploring sustainable practices and environmental-economic trade-offs. His work bridges theoretical models (e.g., Hicks-Moorsteen productivity indicators) with applied analyses of farm-level data, emphasizing nitrogen management, energy resilience, and microbial innovations. Awards & Grants: Recognized for contributions to agricultural economics journals and policy research. Active in OECD initiatives on productivity and environment. Projects include leading the SIMBA initiative on microbiome applications and the MINDSTEP project modeling farmer decisions under EU policies. Labs & Collaborations: Engaged with interdisciplinary teams in the Business Economics Group and international partners via projects like MIXED (agroforestry systems) and MINDSTEP. Coordinates research on circular economy principles and climate-smart agriculture.

• Resource Recovery
• Wastewater Treatment
• Microbial Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Merve Atasoy is an External Researcher at Wageningen University & Research, holding a PhD from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), awarded in September 2020. Her research focuses on microbial-driven solutions for sustainable resource recovery, wastewater treatment, and circular economy transitions. She specializes in optimizing bioreactors for volatile fatty acid production and studying microbial responses to extreme conditions like low pH environments. Education: PhD in Environmental Biotechnology from Royal Institute of Technology (2017–2021). Awarded on 10 September 2020. Research Interests: Her work integrates microbial community dynamics, bioprocess engineering, and eco-friendly waste valorization strategies. Key areas include enhancing wastewater treatment efficiency, developing nature-based solutions for cities, and leveraging microbial consortia for targeted biochemical production. She explores both fundamental mechanisms (e.g., acid stress responses) and applied technologies (e.g., reactor design). Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes low-pH microbial systems, circular economy frameworks, and SARS-CoV-2 wastewater surveillance. She has contributed to understanding microbial acid tolerance, optimizing anaerobic bioreactors, and designing sustainable wastewater resource recovery facilities. Collaborations: Active in international networks like the COST Action on acid-impacted microbiology and interdisciplinary teams addressing planetary health through microbial innovation.