Roeselare, Belgium

Rufi Kurstjens

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Imec Vzw. Active years: 2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Rufi Kurstjens. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/rufi-kurstjens

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2012

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Rufi Kurstjens: Innovator in Photoelectrochemical Cells

Introduction

Rufi Kurstjens is a notable inventor based in Roeselare, Belgium. He has made significant contributions to the field of photoelectrochemical cells, particularly through his innovative work on semiconductor surfaces.

Latest Patents

Rufi holds a patent for a "Photoelectrochemical cell with carbon nanotube-functionalized semiconductor electrode." This invention focuses on the functionalization of semiconductor surfaces to maintain their semiconducting and light-generating properties while ensuring stability in wet environments. The preferred embodiments of this patent relate to unstable semiconductor materials that possess photocurrent-generating properties, along with methods for functionalizing surfaces using metallic carbon nanotubes (CNTs). He has 1 patent to his name.

Career Highlights

Rufi Kurstjens is associated with Imec, a leading research and innovation hub in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. His work at Imec has positioned him at the forefront of advancements in photoelectrochemical technology.

Collaborations

Rufi has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Philippe Vereecken and Ainhoa Negreira, contributing to the collective expertise in their field.

Conclusion

Rufi Kurstjens is a pioneering inventor whose work in photoelectrochemical cells showcases the potential of carbon nanotube technology in enhancing semiconductor performance. His contributions continue to influence advancements in this innovative area.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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