About
Sanni Hansen serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in equine respiratory diseases and translational research. Her work bridges veterinary clinical practice and human medical science, with particular focus on lower airway conditions and using the horse as a model for human asthma. Hansen actively teaches veterinary students through lectures and clinical training while supervising bachelor's and master's students in equine lower airway disease.
Hansen's research spans lower airway diseases, translational asthma models, poor performance diagnostics, immunology, and aging-related phenomena (inflame-aging and immunosenescence). Her methodology integrates clinical observations with advanced laboratory techniques to develop diagnostic protocols and therapeutic approaches for equine respiratory and gastrointestinal disorders. This interdisciplinary approach positions her work at the intersection of veterinary medicine and human biomedical research.
Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate concentrated research on equine respiratory pathologies, gastrointestinal disorders (particularly gastric ulcer syndrome), and biomarker discovery. Key themes include bronchoalveolar lavage cytology for respiratory assessment, salivary biomarker analysis for non-invasive diagnostics, and redox status variations in disease progression. Her work consistently leverages equine models to inform human medical conditions, especially asthma, with strong international collaboration evident across multiple countries.
Hansen supervises undergraduate and graduate students while providing specialized instruction for pre- and post-graduate veterinarians in equine respiratory medicine. Her professional activities include conference presentations at ACVIM events and public lectures on equine health topics. The extensive research network reflected in her publications indicates significant collaborative grant activity, though specific funding details are not disclosed in available materials.
