Vesna Middelkoop
Flemish Institute for Technological Research, University College London
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About
Vesna Middelkoop is a materials scientist whose research sits at the intersection of advanced manufacturing and sustainable chemistry. She is best known for pioneering the use of robotic fiber deposition to fabricate porous stainless steel hollow fibers, a breakthrough that enables the creation of structured catalysts and membrane supports with unprecedented precision. Her most cited work, "Preparation of porous stainless steel hollow fibers by robotic fiber deposition" (2013, 39 citations), has become a foundational reference for researchers seeking to design high-performance, scalable reactor components. Middelkoop has also made significant contributions to the field of nanoparticle synthesis. Her highly cited study on the high-throughput continuous hydrothermal flow synthesis of Zn–Ce oxides (2010, 37 citations) revealed an unexpected solubility of zinc within the nanoparticle fluorite lattice, challenging conventional understanding of cerium-zinc oxide systems. This work demonstrated the power of continuous flow methods for rapidly producing crystalline nanopowders with tailored properties. Through her innovative combination of robotic fabrication and flow chemistry, Middelkoop has established herself as a key figure in the development of next-generation materials for catalytic and environmental applications.
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