Siegfried Mercelis
Prof. Siegfried Mercelis obtained his Ph.D. in Applied Engineering Sciences from the University of Antwerp in 2016, where he has been active at imec-IDLab since then. He leads the Adaptive Intelligence (ADAPT-I) program, a team of 30 AI researchers dedicated to bridging the gap between fundamental AI research and industry across domains, including (bio)chemical process control, autonomous systems, energy management, and logistics. (Photo credits: Bart Braem)
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Harnessing the power of technology and human expertise to transform biomanufacturing
Biological and chemical processes are essential for creating a vast array of products - from cosmetics and detergents to essential food ingredients and life-saving pharmaceuticals. Imagine these production processes being more efficient and smarter, resulting in more affordable and sustainable manufacturing of higher-quality end products. This is the promise of advanced biomanufacturing, where cutting-edge chip technology, AI, and human expertise converge to transform production methods radically.
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