Dr. Gerard Van Rooij

Professor

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Biography

Gerard van Rooij is a full professor of plasma chemistry at Maastricht University and a project leader in low temperature plasma physics. He specializes in sustainable plasma chemistry and initiated research into the scientific basis for unique devices used in plasma surface interaction studies as part of the DIFFER research programs. Van Rooij earned his MSc in Physics from Eindhoven University of Technology with a specialization in Plasma Physics, followed by a PhD from the University of Amsterdam, focusing on macromolecular mass spectrometry at AMOLF. His research interests include the activation of chemical reactions through plasma to aid in sustainable energy storage and integration in the transport and chemical industry sectors. In 2020, he was appointed head of the Circular Chemical Engineering department at Maastricht University, participating in the Brightsite consortium, which seeks to provide climate-neutral solutions for the chemical industry.

Research Interests

Requirements for Maastricht University

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:515
Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:515
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor degree in Business, Economics, or related field Sufficient knowledge of quantitative methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Grades transcript of bachelor's programme
  • Copy of diploma
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation Letter (1-2 pages)
  • Passport picture
  • Copy of valid passport or ID
  • Permission for document verification form
Specialization Notes

The School of Business and Economics (SBE) encompasses departments like Organization, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Economics.