Dr. Stan Brouns

Professor

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Biography

Stan Brouns is a full professor at Delft University of Technology, specializing in the study of microbiology, particularly the interactions between bacteria and bacteriophages. His research group focuses on critical issues surrounding bacterial resistance to phage infections, offering insights into the clinical applications of bacteriophages for treating antibiotic-resistant infections. He is the founder of a national open-source bacteriophage biobank, which serves as a resource for phage therapy research. Brouns’ work integrates microbiology, biochemistry, virology, biophysics, and bioinformatics. He has multiple ongoing projects, including CRISPR-Cas adaptations and engineering bacteriophages, and has also made significant contributions to the understanding of CRISPR systems through various high-impact publications. His lab is committed to advancing the field of bacteriophage therapy and antibiotic resistance research, providing valuable opportunities for student projects and collaboration.

Research Interests

Courses

LM3691 - iGEM NB2161 Bioinformatics - Nanopore Sequencing

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.