Hey! My name is Ben Willebrords. I am a researcher in theoretical physics at KU Leuven in Belgium. My research interests include non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, the origins of life, the evolution and thermodynamics of black holes, and the foundations of quantum mechanics.

In a previous life, I used to study philosophy, a period in my life that still has a substantial influence on my thinking. My philosophical interests include (in no particular order) the works of Immanuel Kant, Wilfrid Sellars, and Paul Feyerabend, the history and philosophy of science, the philosophy of mind, the philosophy of physics and mathematics, epistemology, and logic.

When I'm not thinking about exploding black holes, you can find me on the dance floor dancing salsa, jogging, going to trivia nights with friends, reading, or brushing up my coding skills.

I'm always interested in getting to know and collaborate with new people. If you feel the same, drop me a line!