Michael Polhuis

Michael Polhuis, Ph.D, serves as a Principal Scientist at Avebe since October 2004, where responsibilities include defining and implementing strategies to enhance the sustainability of starch products and production processes. Michael has held various positions within the company, contributing to internal and external research projects focused on sustainability, product development, and waste reduction. Prior to Avebe, Michael engaged in numerous academic positions, including postdoctoral roles at Wageningen University & Research, Stellenbosch University, Cardiff University, and the University of the Western Cape, following a strong educational foundation in organic chemistry culminating in a Ph.D from the University of Port Elizabeth.