Dr. A. (Aimée) Sakes

Dr. A. (Aimée) Sakes

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As an Assistant Professor at Delft University of Technology, I am focused on the development of medical instruments and soft robots inspired by nature. My work blurs the lines between technology and biology, focusing on innovative solutions that replicate the elegance of natural systems. My primary goal is to infuse embodied intelligence into these devices, drawing inspiration from the natural world. My work has led to the development of innovative shooting mechanisms inspired by the chameleon tongue that allows for penetrating occlusions in the coronary arteries of the heart, an octopus-inspired suction gripper for gentle manipulation of tissues, and a wasp-inspired tissue transporter that doesn’t clog.

Teaching is a significant part of my journey, and I love sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm with the next generation of engineers. I'm actively involved in teaching master's level courses in the master Biomedical Engineering (BME), such as the course Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering and Bio-inspired Design,and am the coordinator of the minor program in BME. Next to this, I help organize yearly events for high school girls to introduce them to the world of mechanical and biomedical engineering in the hopes of inspiring the next generation of women engineers.

In addition to my role as an educator and researcher, I serve as a board member at NWO (Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research) domain AES (Applied and Engineering Sciences). This role allows me to actively participate in shaping the future of scientific research and innovation, both at home and on the global stage.
 

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