Research
Research Unit Plasma Technology
The Research Unit Plasma Technology (RUPT) focuses on the physics and applications of non-thermal or 'cold' plasmas. Next to the development of innovative plasma sources for environmental, surface engineering and biomedical applications, part of the research involves fundamental studies on underwater plasmas, plasma-surface interactions and microplasmas.
The Research Unit Nuclear Fusion (infusion) studies high-temperature plasmas occurring in magnetic confinement fusion machines (tokamaks and stellarators). The research is focused on the development and application of data science methods (Bayesian inference, machine learning) in the context of the physics and technology of fusion devices.
Research Group Molecular Modeling
A third research line is situated within the field of Molecular Modeling. Interactions at the nanoscale and chemical kinetics of industrial processes are being investigated by means of multiscale modeling.