Dr. Hans Kuipers

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Biography

Hans Kuipers leads the research group on Multiscale Modelling of Multiphase Flows at Eindhoven University of Technology. His research focuses on developing accurate models for new chemical reactors in the process industry using advanced computer simulations, thereby facilitating large-scale production of synthetic fuels, fertilizers, laundry soaps, and polymers. His group has made significant contributions to the fundamentals of chemical reaction engineering, emphasizing the development of advanced reactor models with industrial relevance, particularly in multiphase reactors. Recent studies involve understanding the hydrodynamics that pose challenges in the design and scale-up of such reactors, utilizing various computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models, mainly based on proprietary codes. Kuipers is also interested in the non-invasive monitoring of multiphase flows and the development of experimental techniques like Digital Particle Image Velocimetry to measure key quantities such as local volume fractions and velocities of dispersed phases in real-time. He has a distinguished academic background, having studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Twente and earning his PhD in 1990.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor Multiscale Modelling Multiphase Flows

2010-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Leading a research group focusing on the development of models for multiphase flows and reactors.

Associate Professor

1994-01-01 — 1999-01-01

University of Twente • Enschede, Netherlands

Conducted research and taught courses in reaction engineering.

Assistant Professor

1990-01-01 — 1994-01-01

University of Twente • Enschede, Netherlands

Started academic career focusing on gas-fluidized beds.

Awards

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Member

2015-01-01
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ERC Advanced Grant

2009-01-01
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NWO CW TOP Grant

2010-01-01

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
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Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
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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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  • Motivation Letter
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  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
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  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
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