Dr. Rolf Van Benthem

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Biography

Rolf van Benthem started his career as a synthetic organic chemist and evolved into a materials scientist with a specialization in polymers, resins, coatings, and active surfaces, particularly in the realm of industrial materials contributing to sustainability. He actively develops new polymers with enhanced levels of control regarding polymer materials, which encompasses various aspects such as synthesis, processing, self-assembly, crystallization, and cross-linking, all while focusing on the circularity and scalable industrial manufacturing with a low carbon-dioxide impact. Van Benthem has been engaged with Shell and TU/e to discover new functions, including self-healing and surface-replenishing materials, while exploring the roles of polymer materials and thin films in the generation, conversion, and storage of energy.

Research Interests

Synthetic Organic Chemistry Polymers Resins Coatings Materials Science Sustainability

Experience

Chief Scientist (Materials Science & Engineering)

2022-01-01 — Present

Shell •

Part-time Professor

2002-01-01 — Present

Eindhoven University of Technology •

Department of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry, Physical Chemistry group (SPC), Coatings Technology (2012-2021) Sustainable Industrial Polymer Materials 2022.

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

Specific departments like Industrial Design require a portfolio. Programs like Data Science and AI require a GRE-General test for certain international backgrounds.