1. CAMIEL H. VAN HOORN, MSC.
PRESENT ADDRESS
Wijnand Nuijenstraat 7
1061 TV Amsterdam
tel.: 0031647460650
e-mail: cvhoorn@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/camiel-van-hoorn
BORN
11 June 1984
Amsterdam
SUMMARY
During my studies I have developed interests in several scientific fields at the
boarder of physics and chemistry. The subject that interests me most, and is
the guideline throughout my education, is working with spectroscopic methods. I
enjoy using different instruments and combining methodologies to achieve the de-
sired experimental results. Honesty, proactive, perseverance and helpfulness are a
few words that best describe my character and help work together in a team. From
a personal point of view, I have an active lifestyle and love to do sports in my spare
time.
EXPERIENCE
• Ph.D. project: Spectroscopy at the nanometer scale 2012 - 2016
Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The project aimed to explore different methods to obtain optical information be-
yond the diffraction limit. An important part was the development of a new sensor
that combines atomic force microscopy with scanning near-field optical microscopy
in a small easy-to-use device. The program was a collaboration between two uni-
versity research groups and Philips Innovation Services. As the only Ph.D. stu-
dent involved, I was required to manage the project and work as an independent
researcher. I enjoyed working with a large variety of instruments ranging from mi-
croscopes and spectrometers to fabrication equipment such as laser ablation and
focused ion beam milling.
• MSc. research project: Chemical sensing using photonic crystal fibers 2010 - 2011
Queens University, Kinston, ON, Canada
Subject: Development of a fiber loop ring-down spectroscopy system incorporating
a hollow-core photonic crystal fiber for sensitive gas analysis.
EDUCATION
• Ph.D. in physics, Faculty of Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam 2012 - 2016
Project: Spectroscopy at the nanometer scale.
Courses: BLTC Academic writing, Nanonext analytic storytelling, HRSMC pho-
tochemistry summeschool, Biophotonics and Imaging Graduate School (BIGSS),
HRSMC summerschool on advanced spectroscopy.
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2. • MSc. Analytical Chemistry, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam 2009 - 2012
Literature thesis: Deep UV resonance Raman spectroscopy on prote¨ıns. MARK: 8.5
Research project: Chemical sensing using photonic crystal fibers. MARK: 9.0
• BSc. Applied Chemistry (HLO), Hogeschool, Utrecht 2004 - 2008
Thesis: Screening for biocatalyst performance using LC-MS.
• MBO Applied Chemistry (MLO), ROC, Amsterdam 2001 - 2004
• Mavo, Apollo School, Amsterdam 1997 - 2001
PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS
• Fast screening method by combining AFM and SERS, ICORS 2016, Fortaleza, Brazil.
• Near-field Raman microscopy, SCIX 2015, Providence, RI, USA.
• Ferrule-top probe for VCSEL reliability experiments, CHAINS 2015, Veldhoven, The Netherlands.
• Best Poster Award, CHAINS 2014, Veldhoven, The Netherlands.
SKILL
Languages Computer skills Fabrication Analytical
Dutch (native) Latex Laser ablation AFM
English Matlab Focused Ion Beam (FIB) Raman microscope
NI Labview Sputter coater SNOM
Python Laser alignment SEM
PUBLICATIONS
• van Hoorn, C. H.; Chavan, D. C.; Tiribilli, B.; Margheri, G.; Mank, A. J. G.; Ariese, F.; Iannuzzi,
D. Opto-Mechanical Probe for Combining Atomic Force Microscopy and Optical Near-Field Surface
Analysis. Optics Letters 2014, 39 (16), 4800.
• van Hoorn, C. H.; Ariese, F.; Iannuzzi, D.; Mank, A. J. G. Using Ferrule-Top Opto-Mechanical Probes
as a New Tool in VCSEL Reliability Experiments. Optics Express 2015, 23 (23), 30318.
OTHER INTERESTS
Besides my scientific interests I love sports, in particular rowing, but also cycling and running. As
an athlete I went to the World-cup in Lucerne, Swiss in the lightweight mens eight in 2005 and 2006.
Later as a coach I joined the Junior World Championships. In 2009 I was a member of the board
of my students rowing club Skøll. In addition I participated in various other committees, including
organizing the largest international rowing event in the Netherlands, the Koninklijke HollandBeker
Regatta. I believe an active lifestyle aside from the professional duties is very important. Therefore,
nowadays I keep myself fit by running, cycling and speed-skating.
REFERENCES
Prof. D. Iannuzzi, Ph.D., MBA (promotor) Dr. A.J.G. Mank (co-promotor)
T: +31205987577 T: +31402748048
E-mail: d.iannuzzi@vu.nl E-mail: a.j.g.mank@philips.com
Dr. F. Ariese (co-promotor) Prof. Dr. H-P Loock (Supervisor MSc. project)
T: +312059875247 T: +1 613 5332621
E-mail: f.ariese@vu.nl E-mail: hploock@chem.queensu.ca
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