TU Delft Opens Green Technology Research Positions
Delft, Friday, 1 August 2025.
Delft University of Technology has announced PhD and Postdoc positions focused on green technology, tackling carbon reduction, and climate action, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable innovation.
Focus on Green Technology
The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Delft University of Technology, located in the Netherlands, has committed to advancing research in green technology. Two new PhD positions focus on inertial dense suspensions, aiming to refine current models that inaccurately predict pressure drops in certain suspension flows. These inaccuracies are notable, with a range of 30-40% deviation from measured values, which impacts the design and control of flows in industrial applications such as recycling and energy storage [1].
Inertial Dense Suspensions and Carbon Dioxide Electrolysis
The ERC Advanced Grant project titled ‘IDeS’ encompasses the two PhD roles at TU Delft. The first role utilizes optical techniques to analyze particle-induced fluctuations and their impact on turbulence. The second role employs ultrasound imaging to investigate shear-induced particle migrations. These scientific explorations aim to pioneer sustainable practices by effectively understanding and managing complex fluid dynamics [1]. Alongside, a postdoctoral position for scaling CO2 electrolysis has been announced, focused on transitioning from lab scale to pilot scale electrolyzers. This research, supported by the RESET-CO2 program, will be conducted in collaboration with Dr. Ruud Kortlever’s group, showcasing TU Delft’s interdisciplinary approach to environmental challenges [2].
Broadening Sustainability Initiatives
Delft University of Technology extends its research into scaled CO2 electrolyzers for producing ethylene in a collaboration between TU Delft and TNO Rijswijk. This initiative seeks to refine design configurations and process conditions for electrochemical systems, addressing both industrial scalability and greenhouse gas reduction. The researcher will be immersed in an active team, contributing towards a transformative shift in how chemical reactions are scaled for industrial applications [3].
Regional Impact and Innovation
TU Delft’s efforts are emblematic of the Netherlands’ broader strategy to embed sustainability into high-tech research and development. Known for engineering marvels like the Dutch waterworks, TU Delft embodies innovation that often extends beyond national borders, impacting fields such as energy, climate, and digital society. This legacy underpins its current projects in green technology, setting a precedent for future university-led climate action [4].