Dr. Kitty Nijmeijer

Biography

Kitty Nijmeijer has over 15 years of experience in the field of polymer membrane design, characterization, and application. She leads the Membrane Materials Processes research group, focusing on the design and development of polymer membranes for separating molecular mixtures in sustainable processes. Her research expertise includes the fundamentals of membrane chemistry, morphology control, and mass transport with macroscopic applications. She combines and integrates material science with process technology, with a strong emphasis on water and energy as the main application areas. Her work emphasizes recovery and reuse of resources, and valorization of waste streams within the context of sustainable circular economy. Kitty studied Chemical Technology at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and the University of Twente, obtaining a Master's degree in 1998 and a PhD in 2003. She has held various academic positions, including assistant professorship at the University of Twente, and has served as an associate professor and full professor leading research groups at the same university and at Eindhoven University of Technology. Additionally, Kitty is a board member and vice president of the European Membrane Society, and she values the popularization of science and technology.

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