Dr. Dagmar D Hooge

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Biography

Dagmar R. D'hooge is a Senior Full Professor at Ghent University in the Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering. With a significant academic and research background, she leads the Laboratory for Chemical Technology (LCT), which focuses on chemical engineering research, polymerization, and related processes. Her work emphasizes innovative approaches to polymer design, processing, and recycling to address industrial and societal challenges. D'hooge's research integrates advanced multi-scale modeling with experimental validation, representing the forefront of research in polymer science and materials engineering. She has contributed to over 220 peer-reviewed articles and is actively involved in the editorial boards of journals such as Scientific Reports and Polymer Chemistry. Recognized for her contributions, she received an ERC Advanced Grant in 2025 for her work on circular polymer design. D'hooge is also a co-founder of two spin-off companies aimed at enhancing sustainable practices in the chemical and material industries, including the development of environmentally friendly products.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Full Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Ghent University • Ghent, Belgium

Leading research in chemical engineering and polymer science.