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David Strik
Associate Professor at Wageningen University & Research
David Strik is an Associate Professor at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands, specializing in Environmental Technology. He earned his PhD in Anaerobic Digestion from BOKU University in Austria in 2004 and holds a Master's degree in Environmental Sciences from Wageningen University, completed in 1999.124
His research focuses on biorefinery approaches that contribute to the circular economy. Specifically, he investigates the use of microorganisms in engineered open-culture bioreactors to convert various organic waste streams, including bioplastics and CO2, into valuable products. His work encompasses the development of new bioprocesses, the characterization of microbial communities, and the study of microbial-electrochemical interactions.124
Strik is also involved in life cycle assessment (LCA), techno-economic analysis (TEA), and system engineering studies to evaluate early-stage technology applications. His research supports initiatives like the Carboxylate Platform and microbial chain elongation processes, collaborating with various scientific groups and industry stakeholders.123
