Dr. Hanneke Gelderblom

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hanneke Gelderblom is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Her research focuses on fluid dynamics with particular interest in capillary flow phenomena, droplet dynamics, biofluids, evaporation-driven self-assembly, and liquid fragmentation due to laser-liquid interaction. Key areas of her work include micropattern formation, the deformation and fragmentation of liquid droplets, and the impact of laser pulses. Hanneke studies a variety of liquids, such as water, liquid metals, and biofluids like bacteria suspensions, integrating theory, experiments, and numerical analysis to address challenges in fundamental fluid dynamics while also considering applications in industry, biology, and health. Her future research will delve deeper into capillary flow phenomena, especially regarding biofluids, exploring how biological materials affect interfacial hydrodynamics and how interfacial flows can control the motion and deposition of biological matter. This interplay poses rich and challenging physics with significant applications in medicine and public health.

Research Interests

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
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  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
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