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Getting to know the University of Twente entrepreneurs

Introduction to the Univeristy of Twente entrepreneurs Bahrouz Mammadov, Nico Nijenhuis, Inou Heideman, Ivan de Wolf and Lucas Oosterhof.
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Our University Twente entrepreneurs have generously worked with us to create this course. In this course you will meet:

Bahrouz Mammadov is co-founder and CFO at Eurekite. Bahruz obtained a Master in Chemical Engineering (2012) at the University of Twente. Eurekite is based on the materials innovation of flexible ceramics. This material has unique properties, for example it is a superior insulator, and can work as a fire retardant. Many interesting opportunities based on this material can be exploited.

Bahrouz Mammadov

Nico Nijenhuis is co-founder and CEO of Clear Flight Solutions. Nico is a graduate from the Engineering Fluid Dynamics group at University Twente. Clear Flight Solutions is known for its iconic robird, a robotic bird that flies just like a real bird. This technology can be exploited for bird control, when a predator-shaped robird scares off other birds. Clear Flight Solution combines insights from aerodynamics, robotics, and biology to build their service, which is relevant for many potential applications.

Nico Nijenhuis

Inou Heideman is co-founder and commercial manager at LoraTec. Inou is a graduate of Business Administration at the University Twente (2017). LoraTec offers solution based on the Lora-technology, which offers low power wide area network communications. Lora technology is a backbone for Internet of Things communications. Loratec develops customized applications, among others, in the areas of (Smart) Industry, (Smart) Logistics, (Smart) Cities and (Smart) Homes.

Inou Heideman

Ivan de Wolf is co-founder at Tiny Giants, a 3D communications studio. Ivan received his Bachelor of Science in Creative Technology at the University Twente (2014). Tiny Giants offers visual design services such as tailored 3D content and animations, 3D printing, and Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality content and consulting.

Ivan de Wolf

Lucas Oosterhof is owner of Stratos Business Development. Lucas obtained a MSc in Business Administration from the University Twente (2011). Lucas advises on marketing strategy and business development and is deeply embedded in the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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