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Peter Van Hoof

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Principal scientist - Groupleader - Projectleader at Ardena
📍 Gemert, North Brabant, Netherlands

Peter is a Principal Scientist at Ardena, specializing in solid-state research for pharmaceutical development. With a PhD from Radboud University, he leads projects in crystallization, polymorph screening, and determining the physical properties of solids. He has previously held leadership roles at Merck Sharp & Dohme and Schering Plough.

Beyond his scientific career, Peter dedicated nearly eight years as the Director of Vastenactie, the Dutch Bishops Lenten Campaign. In this role, he led a national charitable organization that supports development projects across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, demonstrating a strong commitment to social causes and non-profit management.

After eight years leading a major charity, he returned to his scientific roots, stating he missed the research and science.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Principal scientist - Groupleader - Projectleader
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Gemert, North Brabant, Netherlands
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Solid-State Chemistry
His entire career, including his current role at Ardena and numerous publications, is focused on solid-state research and characterization for the pharmaceutical industry.
Pharmaceutical Development
His expertise directly supports drug development by optimizing the physical and crystalline properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients to ensure stability and bioavailability.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Principal scientist - Groupleader - Projectleader
Ardena
8-2014 - 7-2022
Director
Dutch Bishops Lenten Campaign (stichting Bisschoppelijke Vastenactie)
10-2010 - 7-2014
PR & Communication
Stichting Kerk in Nood
9-2010
section head solid state characterization
Merck Sharp & Dohme
1-2008 - 1-2009
Director Solid State Characterization
Schering Plough
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Media appearances

Proceedings of the 2020 CLINAM Conference – Includes Peter van Hoof (Principal Scientist, Ardena). Featured in CLINAM Conference Proceedings
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Speaker CVs for the Virtual CLINAM Lounge 2020 – Peter van Hoof (Principal Scientist, Ardena). Featured in CLINAM Virtual Lounge
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Education
1994 - 1998
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Radboud University
2006 - 2015
Master of Arts - MA
John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family
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