On 3 September 2026, DIFFER organises a farewell symposium on the occasion of the retirement of Dr. Egbert Westerhof.
We invite you to join us in celebrating Egbert's accomplishments in fusion research and exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
As we reflect on his years of dedication, and countless achievements, we come together to commemorate Egbert's well-deserved retirement. We are eager to make this moment truly special. Your presence would be greatly appreciated.
The future of electron cyclotron waves
Programme:
14:00-14:15 Welcome and look back on Egbert’s career
Marco de Baar
14:15 – 14:45 Terahertz detection of ne and Te distributions in fusion reactors
Roger Jaspers (TU/e)
14:50-15:20 Neoclassical Tearing Mode control
Matthijs van Berkel (DIFFER and TU/e)
15:25-15:55 Detection fusion born particles with EC-waves
Stefan Kragh-Nielsen (DTU)
16:00-16:30 Closing remarks
Egbert Westerhof
16:30 Conclusion
Marco de Baar
16:40-18:30 Reception
Location: DIFFER, colloquium room (see also contact details)
Please register via the form below. Registration will close once the maximum capacity has been reached.
If you'd like, we invite you to leave a personal message for Egbert using this link: message for Egbert. All messages will be collected and compiled into an online reception booklet that we'll present to Egbert as a keepsake.