Dr. Maurice Heemels

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Biography

Maurice Heemels is a Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), leading the Chair of Hybrid Networked Systems. His research focuses on the field of general system control theory with an emphasis on the development of multidisciplinary design techniques, particularly in hybrid systems and networked control. He addresses design challenges to create resource-aware control strategies, moving away from traditional time-triggered control operations, optimizing the use of computational resources and communication bandwidth while ensuring stability and performance. He has made significant contributions to the mathematical modeling of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) where physical systems are coupled with computational processes. His work spans applications in high-tech systems, including image-based therapies and lithography, and he has developed innovative control strategies that meet the increasing demands in fields such as automated driving and precision agriculture. Maurice received both his MSc and PhD in mathematics from TU/e, achieving summa cum laude status. With extensive experience in academia, he has also held visiting professor roles at ETH Zurich and the University of California, Santa Barbara. Maurice is a Fellow of IEEE and has chaired or co-chaired numerous international conferences. He has authored critical papers published in high-impact journals and is recognized for his substantial contributions to the field of networked systems and hybrid control.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Lead the Chair of Hybrid Networked Systems; focus on developing control strategies for hybrid systems.

Assistant Professor

2000-01-01 — 2004-12-31

Eindhoven University of Technology • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Focused on control systems within the Electrical Engineering Department.

Research Fellow

2004-01-01 — 2006-12-31

Embedded Systems Institute (ESI) • Eindhoven, Netherlands

Conducted research on embedded systems.

Awards

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VICI Grant

2012-01-01

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)
Specialization Notes

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