Dr. ir. Jelle Wieme has been awarded the Prof. D. De Meulemeester-Piot Prize 2024 that is awarded every four years to a UGent PhD candidate in the field of engineering sciences to encourage scientific research.
In his doctoral thesis under the supervision of prof. dr. ir. Veronique Van Speybroeck, Jelle investigated the phase stability and thermal properties of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). He performed advanced molecular simulations to better understand these innovative nanomaterials, which are applicable in gas storage and energy management. His work provides valuable insights for the development of MOFs in industrial applications, and emphasizes the need for a balance between porosity and thermal performance. The jury found that Jelle Wieme's thesis on this complex subject was well presented. This award recognizes his contribution to solving societal challenges with sustainable technologies.
Jelle obtained his Master of Science in Engineering Physics in 2015 and his PhD at the Center for Molecular Modelling in 2019. He is currently an advisor at the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium.