Dr. David Vermaas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Vermaas is an Assistant Professor specializing in Electrochemical Flow Systems at Delft University of Technology. He obtained his PhD degree in chemical engineering, focusing on Membrane Science & Technology, from the University of Twente in collaboration with Wetsus in 2014. David holds a bachelor's and master's degree in hydrology and water management from Wageningen University. His research lab focuses on developing innovative electrochemical technologies, including flow cells and CO2 capture systems, with a strong emphasis on enhancing mass transport and practical applications. David co-founded AquaBattery, a company dedicated to developing flow batteries that utilize water-salt gradients. He has collaborated with several universities and companies and has been involved in various projects, including an ERC Starting Grant aimed at mass transport enhancement strategies. He also coordinates the MELODY project, which works on creating a membraneless H2-Br2 flow battery, demonstrating his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Developing work on Electrochemical Flow Systems.

Co-founder

2016-01-01 — 2021-10-01

AquaBattery BV • Netherlands

Developing flow batteries using water-salt gradients.

Requirements for Delft University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a related field Sufficient credits in key subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Discipline-specific)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Academic transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Identity document (Passport)
  • GRE General Test results (for international diplomas)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally across engineering and science master programs. Specific tracks like Architecture require a digital portfolio.