Hendrik Jacob (Jaap) van den Herik is a Dutch computer scientist, born on October 8, 1947, in Rotterdam. He is a professor at the University of Leiden and has made significant contributions to the fields of computer chess and artificial intelligence. His work is recognized in the academic community, emphasizing the advancement of technology in gaming and intelligent systems. Van den Herik's expertise bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the realm of computing.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 262 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Europe/Amsterdam (1:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Jaap
The name Jaap is a Dutch diminutive of the name Jacob, which means 'supplanter' or 'he who holds by the heel'.
Read Full Jaap Name AnalysisOctober 8, 1947 Facts
Generation Group
Jaap van den Herik belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Rotterdam
Educated At: Free University of Amsterdam | Delft University of Technology
Occupation: artificial intelligence researcher | university teacher | computer scientist
Employers: Tilburg University | Maastricht University | Free University of Amsterdam | Leiden University
Awards Received: Officer of the order Orange-Nassau
Astrology Analysis
Ephemeris for October 8, 1947
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 8, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for October 8, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 14 Libra 19 | 15 Libra 39 | 1 Capricorn 48 |
| Moon | 27 Cancer 42 | 18 Sagittarius 7 | 16 Taurus 13 |
| Mercury | 8 Scorpio 39 | 21 Libra 15 | 26 Sagittarius 4 |
| Venus | 23 Libra 38 | 18 Scorpio 40 | 29 Capricorn 35 |
| Mars | 4 Leo 12 | 18 Cancer 39 | 6 Virgo 15 |
| Jupiter | 26 Scorpio 47 | 21 Gemini 20 | 13 Sagittarius 25 |
| Saturn | 20 Leo 17 | 13 Pisces 49 | 22 Leo 48 |
| Uranus | 26 Gemini 10 | 26 Taurus 44 | 23 Gemini 50 |
| Neptune | 10 Libra 41 | 28 Pisces 2 | 12 Libra 51 |
| Pluto | 14 Leo 35 | 29 Capricorn 38 | 14 Leo 37 |
| Rahu | 25 Taurus 17 | 5 Aries 58 | 21 Taurus 13 |
| Ketu | 25 Scorpio 17 | 5 Libra 58 | 21 Scorpio 13 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Jaap van den Herik's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Mars square Venus
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars square Venus
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Saturn sextile Rahu
Exact: 11 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars conjunction Saturn
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Mars square Jupiter
Exact: 10 June, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 10 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 07 November, 2025
