Leuven, Flemish Region, Belgium
With 9+ years at the intersection of science and management, I turn cutting-edge research into real-world impact. From atomic layers to big-picture planning, I’ve led R&D, project management, and consulting efforts across nanomaterials, microfabrication, renewable energy, and radiation-resistance projects. Armed with a PhD from EPFL, certifications in project management and business creation, and hopeless coffee addiction, I thrive in translating complex tech into actionable innovation. Whether it’s building a breakthrough device in the lab or steering a project from concept to execution, I bring deep technical insight, cross-disciplinary thinking, and a strong drive to shape the future of emerging technologies.
Member of the Corporate R&D unit working on epitaxial stacks and epi deposition systems. The role focuses on developing and optimizing advanced epitaxial silicon (Si) and silicon-germanium (SiGe) processes for next-generation semiconductor device fabrication, specifically in enabling high-performance, low-power technologies used in cutting-edge logic and memory applications. Key responsibilities and achievements: -Leading the development of novel epitaxial Si and SiGe layers tailored for advanced CMOS node requirements, with an emphasis on selective growth, dopant incorporation, and strain engineering. - Designing and executing experimental plans (DoE) to systematically investigate growth parameters and material properties, using state-of-the-art metrology and characterization techniques (e.g., TEM, XRD, SIMS, AFM). - Collaborating closely with equipment engineering teams to improve reactor hardware and process stability for high-volume manufacturing readiness. - Interfacing with global customers and internal stakeholders to align R&D efforts with evolving industry roadmaps and device integration challenges. - Contributing to intellectual property development and publishing technical findings as part of ASM’s innovation initiatives. This role allows me to bridge fundamental material science with practical engineering, driving advancements in epitaxial process technology critical for the semiconductor industry’s continued scaling.
The NANONET Foundation is an NGO established as a source of reliable information, allowing one to discover and experience the nano-world. Created by volunteers, it aims to promote entrepreneurship development based on new technologies and to popularise the results of research and development in nanotechnology and materials science. The foundation leads outreach, education, networking, and consulting activities for a broad range of research organizations, private equities, and business leaders. - Responsible for strategic organization, planning, and leading science outreach events, resulting in the initiation of the largest Polish business-to-science networking conference, execution, and management of science outreach projects and seminars, - Providing consulting and tech transfer services on emerging and innovative technologies for a cluster of SMEs, - Investigating nanotech market trends and compiling reports, state-of-art reviews, and outlooks, resulting in various market analysis reports and science-popular articles, - Managed the editing team and coordinated science-popularization and communication activities of publishing kids' books, scientific gallery exhibitions, educational lectures, and panel discussions, - Co-wrote EU H2020 project proposals with international consortia aimed at science popularization and communication.
As a member of the Radiation-to-Materials (R2M) application-focused research group, I drove strategic initiatives at the intersection of materials science and radiation engineering. My work centered on developing advanced nanomaterials and coatings designed to perform in extreme radiation environments, with a strong emphasis on cross-sector industrial collaboration and project management. Key achievements: - Initiated and led two major R&D projects focused on developing next-generation nanomaterials and nanocoatings for high-radiation applications, securing funding and delivering on technical milestones. - Managed multidisciplinary teams across five specialized radiation damage studies, delivering tailored irradiation aging and materials characterization services to industrial stakeholders. - Directed the creation and consolidation of a state-of-the-art knowledge base in radiation-tolerant nanocoatings, positioning the group as a technological leader in this niche domain. - Oversaw scientific communication workflows, including editing, authoring, and coordinating technical reports and peer-reviewed publications in collaboration with a team of four researchers. - Built and sustained a strong network of industrial and academic partners, facilitating collaboration within multi-institutional project consortia. - Provided high-level consulting in surface engineering and radiation effects for both internal R&D units and external industry partners. - Managed the assessment and lifecycle analysis of radiation resistance in advanced beam-intercepting components for high-energy applications. - Led outreach and engagement efforts, including technical event planning, visitor tours, and public-facing communication to raise awareness of the group’s mission and impact. This role reflects my commitment to combining scientific depth with strategic leadership, advancing the field of radiation-tolerant materials while managing complex, multidisciplinary initiatives.
A PhD in Materials Science and Engineering Doctoral School with a focus on nanotechnology, nanofabrication, 2D-materials, as well as nanopore-based devices and nanofluidic phenomena. Primary projects focus on electron microscopy, focused ion beam techniques, atomically thin molybdenum disulphide (MoS2) synthesis, device fabrication and study, osmotic power generation, and nanofluidic phenomena. Key achievements: - Developed and upscaled a novel nanomaterial epitaxial synthesis method using both industrial (Aixtron BM Novo) and experimental (homemade tube-furnace) MOCVD systems, - Supervised and led the installation, maintenance, and development of experimental setups and novel R&D systems in the areas of blue energy harvesting, nanopore sequencing, and solid-state nanopore research, - Created software and data analysis tools in Python and LabVIEW along with related manuals and protocols, - Led projects to scientific breakthroughs and major, novel insights in the academic field through exhaustive materials characterization (AFM, SEM, TEM, Raman, PL spectroscopy) and in-depth state-of-the-art analysis, resulting in 10 highly-cited publications, - Created and upscaled a unique method of nanopore fabrication / defect engineering through various SEM, FIB, and TEM-based methods, - Managed, supervised, and trained students and interns on advanced experimental processes and protocols in 2D material synthesis, materials characterization, and microfabrication, - Coached and mentored emerging startups in the areas of business development, market analysis and strategy,
Tech startup focused on developing a novel graphene flakes synthesis process and related products. - Managed strategic development of the start-up and daily operations, including business administration, communication, and outreach, - Created and managed business plan, IP strategy, investor relations, marketing, and product development, - Led a team of 4 scientists to create novel, nanomaterial-based products, composites, and sensing devices, - Engaged in early TRL conceptualization and prototyping activities, - Co-developed a patent on a graphene flake synthesis for commercial applications.