Dr. Leo Van Ijzendoorn

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leo van IJzendoorn is an Associate Professor in the Molecular Biosensing research group at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), focusing on Particle-Based Biosensing and Biophysics. His research is centered on detecting biomolecules in complex environments, exploring the properties of biomolecules and developments in point-of-care detection and continuous monitoring of biomarkers. His methods include magnetic and non-magnetic particle techniques, thermal particle motion analysis, and light scattering optical microscopy. Van IJzendoorn's work utilizes magnetic tweezers to gain insights into the nanomechanical properties of individual biomolecules and their interactions with biofunctionalized surfaces. He has a strong academic background with a Bachelor's degree in chemistry and physics from Leiden University, a Master's in physics, and a PhD from the Laboratory Astrophysics. After working at Philips Research, van IJzendoorn joined TU/e as an Assistant Professor, was promoted to Associate Professor, and co-founded the Molecular Biosensing and Medical Diagnostics research group. He actively collaborates across multiple disciplines including chemistry, physics, biomedical engineering, and mathematics as part of TU/e’s Institute for Complex Molecular Systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Focus on materials analysis using ion beams and positron emission profiling. Founded research group in Molecular Biosensing and Medical Diagnostics.

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
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • 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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