Prof. Erik Heeres is a chemical technology professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in green chemical reaction engineering with a focus on the conversion of plastics and biomass
. His research interests lie in acid- and metal-based catalytic processes for transforming plastics into valuable products, such as biofuels, platform chemicals, and performance materials. With expertise in applied catalysis and chemical reaction engineering, Prof. Heeres is actively engaged in the development of innovative solutions for the sustainable transformation of plastic waste. He has published numerous papers,, contributing to the advancement of circular plastics and the transition to a more sustainable future.