Dirk Smeets

Dirk Smeets is a highly skilled professional with a robust analytical, synthesizing, and interpersonal skill set focused on providing vision, guidance, and fostering professional development.

His academic background includes a Ph.D. from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, studies in Entrepreneurship 2.0 and Management Acceleration Program at Vlerick Business School, and a master's and bachelor's degree from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, showcasing his commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Dirk Smeets has also pursued additional studies at Politecnico di Milano and Instituut Agnetendal, further broadening his knowledge and expertise.

With a vast array of professional experiences, Dirk has held key roles such as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and former Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at icometrix, demonstrating his leadership abilities and technological acumen.

His previous roles include Vice President of Clinical Applications at icometrix, Expert Evaluator for the Research Executive Agency (REA) at the European Commission, Postdoctoral Marie Curie Research Fellow at the University of Antwerp, and Research Fellow at KU Leuven, showcasing his versatility and expertise across different organizations and sectors.

Dirk Smeets has also contributed to the field as a Visiting Researcher at Inria and a Doctoral Researcher at KU Leuven, emphasizing his dedication to research and academia.