Dr. Henk Jonkers

Professor

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Biography

Henk Jonkers is a Professor specializing in bio-adapted sustainable building materials at Delft University of Technology. His research focuses on developing innovative building materials that enhance performance while minimizing environmental impact. Among his notable contributions are advancements in bacteria-based self-healing concrete and nature-integrated building solutions that promote well-being and climate resilience. Jonkers has held various academic roles, including researcher and associate professor, and has been involved in assessing the role of ecological engineering in construction sustainability. He teaches courses on materials ecology, circular economy, and sustainable design, and supervises various projects aimed at reducing raw material usage and harmful emissions in building materials. Jonkers has published extensively in prestigious journals and is a scientific advisor to companies developing self-healing concrete technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Leading the research and teaching initiatives in sustainable building materials.

Researcher/Assistant/Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Delft University of Technology • Delft, Netherlands

Contributed to various research projects and taught undergraduate and graduate courses.

Researcher

1999-01-01 — 2006-12-31

Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology • Bremen, Germany

Conducted research on marine microbiological processes.

Courses

CT 3602 - Analysis of Materials, Energy and Water Flows in Linear and Circular Economy CIE 4100 - Materials Ecological Engineering CTB 1320 - Construction Materials Sustainability CT 3601 - Environmental Technologies Sustainable Design CT 3604 - Biomass Nutrients Energy Conversion 4413IEPR1 - Industrial Ecology Project - Urban Systems

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.