Welcome to UMARC — The UMONS Micro-gAsturbine Research Centre
We are proud to announce the inauguration of UMARC, the brand-new UMONS Micro-gAsturbine Research Centre, dedicated to cutting-edge research on micro gas turbines and small-scale Brayton cycles.
The official opening was a vibrant and memorable event, bringing together colleagues, partners, and supporters from academia, industry, and beyond. We are deeply grateful for the enthusiasm and encouragement we received. A special thank you goes to all the members of the Thermal Engineering and Combustion Research Unit, whose dedication made this vision a reality.
But UMARC is more than just a lab. As our team leader beautifully expressed:
“For me, the word ‘Laboratory’ goes beyond just a physical location—it must be seen in a much broader sense, especially as an invitation for collaboration.” W. De Paepe
Our Vision
UMARC was created with the ambition to become a hub for innovation, education, and collaboration in the field of thermal systems. It will support research on:
Efficient and flexible micro gas turbines
Innovative energy conversion technologies
Decarbonized and hybrid Brayton cycles
Alternative fuels and combustion strategies
We aim to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and actively involve academic partners, industry experts, and students at all levels.
