Dr. Geraldine Heynderickx

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Biography

Geraldine J. Heynderickx is a senior full professor at the Laboratory for Chemical Technology (LCT) within Ghent University, Belgium. Her research primarily focuses on reactor hydrodynamics and multiscale process design in chemical engineering. The LCT team concentrates on integrating chemical science engineering research with practical applications such as catalysis, polymerization, and process optimization. Geraldine's expertise encompasses the study of multiphase flow regimes under varying conditions, including combustion, evaporation, and thermal catalytic reactions. Additionally, she specializes in computational fluid dynamics, enabling advancements in both fossil and renewable resource technologies. Over her career, she has authored approximately 80 scientific publications, signifying her substantial contributions to the field. Geraldine regularly lectures on subjects such as 'Mass Transport Phenomena', 'Unit Operations in the Chemical Industry', and 'Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Technology' for students pursuing Bachelor and Master degrees in Chemical Engineering.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Full Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

Laboratory for Chemical Technology • Ghent, Belgium

Lead research in reactor hydrodynamics and process optimization.

Courses

Mass Transport Phenomena Unit Operations in the Chemical Industry Computational Fluid Dynamics in Chemical Technology