planblue
Joost den Haan has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Joost is currently the CEO & Co-founder of PlanBlue GmbH, a company that combines underwater hyperspectral imaging and AI-based data processing to map the seafloor. Prior to this, they were a Member of Top Tier Impact, a global members-only community focused on addressing critical issues.
In terms of research experience, Joost was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology from 2014 to 2017. Joost also obtained a PhD from the University of Amsterdam, where they conducted seafloor monitoring to study the effects of human-based pollution on coral reef ecosystems in the Caribbean.
Joost's work history also includes roles as a PADI Specialty Instructor at PADI, a Seafloor Monitoring Industry & Employee at the University of Guam, and a Research Assistant at Rutgers University. Joost also has experience as a Plant Breeder, having managed Den Haan Zaden VoF and worked at J&B Productions.
Overall, Joost den Haan's work experience showcases their expertise in marine research, seafloor monitoring, environmental consulting, and leadership in the technology sector.
Joost den Haan has a strong educational background in the field of science and has obtained multiple degrees and certifications. Joost holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Marine Microbiology/Seafloor Monitoring from the University of Amsterdam, which they completed from 2010 to 2014. Prior to their PhD, they completed their Master of Science (MSc) degree in Earth System Science from Wageningen University & Research between 2005 and 2008. Their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Plant Breeding was obtained from HAS green academy, where they studied from 2000 to 2004.
In addition to their academic qualifications, Joost den Haan has also acquired several certifications. Joost is an Advanced European Scientific Diver, certified by AIOSS. Joost has obtained a boat license from Stichting Vamex and holds the certification of Specialty Dive Instructor from PADI. The exact months and years of their certification achievements are not mentioned in the provided information.
planblue
PlanBlue offers a new seafloor monitoring technology that is changing the way they map, assess and even understand our seafloor: the “DiveRay” and the accompanying software. The DiveRay is an intelligent underwater camera, that automatically scans seafloor areas, as well as lake bottoms and river beds. It makes use of hyperspectral imaging, and itssoftware is based on machine-learning algorithms. The DiveRay significantly reduces the time spent both below and above water (i.e., monitoring underwater and data analysis/interpretation on land). Any experienced diver can use the DiveRay, it is not limited to experts-only. The rich data obtained by the DiveRay is objective (i.e., independent of the person analyzing the seafloor data) and can easily be compared to future studies.