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Mary Hannah WoodView profile

Assistant Professor

• Bioelectronics
• Physical Chemistry
• Surface Chemistry
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Mary Hannah Wood is an Assistant Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Niels Bohr Institute, specializing in the Theoretical High Energy, Astroparticle and Gravitational Physics department. With a background in physical and surface chemistry, her research focuses on applying advanced techniques like neutron reflectometry to understand complex bioelectronic interfaces and electron transport mechanisms. Her work addresses energy and chemical supply challenges through bioelectronic systems and interfacial analysis . Publications highlight collaborations in electrochemistry , biophysics , and microfluidic engineering , with recent studies in Journal of the American Chemical Society and Langmuir . Mary's research spans photosynthetic membranes , lipid bilayer dynamics , and environmental chemistry . She utilizes neutron reflectometry and atomic force microscopy to explore bioelectronic interfaces and mineral surface interactions.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Skeletal Muscle Stem Cell Research
• Tissue Engineering
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Cristian Pablo Pennisi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, within The Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on regenerative medicine, particularly the interaction between microenvironment signals and stem cell fate in muscle tissue regeneration. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering from Aalborg University (2008) and has extensive international education including a M.Sc. in Bioelectronics from Mexico and a Bioengineering degree from Argentina. Education: Universidad Nacional de Entre Ríos (Biomedical Engineering, 1998), Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados (Bioelectronics, 2002), Aalborg University (Ph.D., 2008). Research Interests: Development of biomaterials and hydrogels for tissue engineering, bioprinting strategies for regenerative medicine, and applications of stem cells in chronic wound healing. His work bridges engineering and biology to advance medical technologies. Key Projects: STRONG-UR (2024–2028, EU Horizon Europe) focuses on urethral regeneration via bioprinting. PULSE (2023–2026) explores 3D-printed models for vascular smooth muscle diseases. He also leads PROMEAT (2021–2024), developing cultured meat with health benefits using stem cells. Professional Activities: Served as opponent in multiple PhD defenses, participates in research networks like CMBFood, and actively engages in academic seminars and conferences. Labs/Teams: Works with teams specializing in bioinks, tissue regeneration, and cultured meat innovation.

Yi SunView profile

Associate Professor

• Nanomaterials
• Nanobiosensors
• Experimental & Translational Immunology
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Yi Sun is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark , leading the Nanomaterials and Nanobiosensors group. Their work bridges immunology, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering. Expertise in nanomaterials for immunotherapy and biosensing Active in experimental and translational immunology Research Focus : Development of nanoscale tools for medical applications, including oxygen-release systems in aquaculture, electrochemiluminescent biosensors for cancer markers, and 2D material-based nucleic acid detection platforms. Projects emphasize scalable microfluidic nanoparticle formulation and in vivo CAR T-cell engineering via gene delivery. Recent Publications : Highlight applications of nanoparticles (100% overlap), fluorescence spectroscopy, and immunotherapeutic strategies across disciplines like Aquacultural Engineering and Biosensors and Bioelectronics . Collaborations : Works with supervisors and PhD students on nanomedicine, pathogen screening, and cancer therapy projects, including Massively multiplex pathogen screening and In vivo CAR T-cell engineering . Editorial Role : Served as editor for Chemosensors journal (2020-2021).

Leonid GurevichView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Electrochemical Energy Storage
• Lithium-Ion Batteries
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Leonid Gurevich is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials and Production at the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University, Denmark. His research bridges materials science, electrochemistry, and nanotechnology, with a strong focus on energy storage systems and biosensing technologies. His research interests include lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technologies, with emphasis on aging mechanisms, cathode recycling via pyrolysis, and development of non-woven electrode architectures. He also explores DNA-based nanoelectronic devices, conductive MXene hydrogels for tissue engineering, and polymeric nanocarriers for drug delivery. His work integrates experimental materials synthesis, electrochemical characterization, and device fabrication. Recent publications highlight advancements in sustainable battery recycling, durable biomaterials, and biosensor design. His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward sustainable energy solutions and biomedical applications of nanomaterials. Physics and Chemistry of Li-ion Battery Aging and Failure (2020–2024) NOWOS - Non-Woven Sodium-Ion Batteries (2025–2027), funded by The Villum Foundation BioStrip Nano (2020–2021) DNA-based electronic Biosensors (2009) EU FP6: DNA-Based Nanoelectronic Devices (2010–ongoing) He has contributed to scientific discourse through editorial roles, conference organization—including the 5th International Conference on Self-Assembly and Molecular Electronics (2023)—and numerous conference presentations. His work has received media attention, particularly regarding DNA-based electronics and miniaturization in nanotechnology. Leonid Gurevich leads a multidisciplinary research group and collaborates internationally. He has supervised PhD students and contributed to academic service as a journal editor and conference organizer. His research integrates fundamental science with practical applications in energy and healthcare.

Jens UlstrupView profile

Professor

• Electrochemistry
• Nanoparticles
• Electron Transfer
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Jens Ulstrup is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on electrochemical processes at molecular and biomolecular scales, with emphasis on electron transfer mechanisms, nanoscale systems, and bioelectrochemistry. He leads projects such as Electronic Processes in Nanoscale Systems and Bioinorganic Chemistry , exploring applications in sustainable energy and biocatalysis. Ulstrup's expertise spans electrochemistry of redox enzymes, nanoporous materials, and molecular-scale electronics. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and industry innovation (SDG 9). He supervises PhD students in projects like Electrochemical studies of redox active molecular monolayers and Development of 3D graphene biocatalysts . Key achievements include pioneering studies on single-molecule electron transfer, wearable biosensors, and nanoporous gold electrochemistry. His lab, part of the NanoKemi group, collaborates globally, publishing widely in journals like Chemical Science and Electrochimica Acta .

Thomas BoesenView profile

Associate Professor

• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Neurotransmitter Transport
• Structural Biology
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Thomas Boesen is an Associate Professor and Senior Researcher at Aarhus University's Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) within the INANO-MBG department. He is affiliated with Poul Nissen's research group and collaborates with the Centre for Structural Biology and the PUMPKIN Centre. His research focuses on bacterial nanowires, neurotransmitter transporters, and bacterial pathogenesis, employing structural biology techniques like X-ray crystallography and cryo-EM. Boesen's work addresses fundamental questions in microbial electron transport, neurobiology, and antimicrobial strategies. He supervises PhD and Master's students and offers project opportunities in his lab. His group investigates protein structures to advance applications in bioelectronics and drug design, with recent studies on cable bacteria conduction machinery and cannabinoid receptor mechanisms. Collaborations include projects on atmospheric bacterial dispersal and CRISPR-based gene therapy delivery systems. His lab is part of multidisciplinary initiatives addressing structural biology challenges in health and environmental science.

Xinxin XiaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Electrochemistry
• Enzymatic Bioelectrochemistry
• Electrocatalysis
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Xinxin Xiao is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at Aalborg University, Denmark. Her research focuses on electrochemistry with applications in sustainable energy, health, and environmental solutions. She specializes in enzymatic bioelectrochemistry, electrocatalysis, and biofuel cells. Prior to joining AAU, Xiao held postdoctoral positions at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and earned her PhD in Chemistry from the University of Limerick, Ireland (2019). Affiliations: Applied Supramolecular Chemistry Group, Faculty of Engineering and Science Education: PhD in Chemistry (University of Limerick, 2019); Postdoc at DTU (2018–2022) Research Interests: Electrochemical charge transfer mechanisms, biofuel cell development, environmental electrochemistry, and bioelectronic medical devices. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG7), good health and well-being (SDG3), and climate action (SDG13). Key Projects: Includes enzymatic bioelectrosynthesis for pharmaceuticals, self-powered wearables, and bioelectrochemical wound healing. She leads the EnBioAm project (2020–2023) targeting chiral amine synthesis. Awards: Kathleen Lonsdale Chemistry Prize, ISE Travel Award, Lindau Nobel Laureate Fellow, and Otto Moensteds Travel Grant Labs/Teams: Head of her independent research group established in 2022, focusing on advancing sustainable electrochemical technologies and biomedical applications.

Christina BrockView profile

Professor

• Autonomic Nervous System
• Diabetic Neuropathy
• Gastroenterology
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Christina Brock is a Professor at Aalborg University and Aalborg University Hospital, affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine's Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. She bridges clinical, academic, and life-science environments through her veterinary surgeon background and PhD in human biology. Her research focuses on the autonomic nervous system at the intersection of neurophysiology, diabetes, and gastroenterology. She established a state-of-the-art autonomic laboratory for mechanistic studies and clinical trials. Her work includes vagal nerve stimulation, GLP-1, and diabetic microvascular complications, particularly with finerenon's anti-fibrotic potential. She teaches medical students at Bachelor's and Master's levels, supervising 18 PhD and 19 Master's students. Her leadership roles include securing €3.7 million in funding, serving on NEUROdiab's executive board, and advising Harvard Medical School's Office of Global Education. Recent publications highlight her expertise in diabetic gastroenteropathy , autonomic neuropathy , and vagus nerve stimulation , with clinical trials published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice , Diabetologia , and Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics .

Alireza Dolatshahi-PirouzView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Health
• Tissue Engineering
• Wearable Technology
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Alireza Dolatshahi-Pirouz is an Associate Professor and Groupleader at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark. His work bridges digital health and biologically inspired material engineering, with a focus on tissue engineering, wearable technology, and flexible bioelectronics. Current research explores hydrogels , nanosystems , and skin-like electronic materials for healthcare applications. Key themes include 3D printing , organ-on-a-chip models, and cyborg technologies . His recent publications highlight advancements in biomaterials for wound healing , graphene-based electronic materials , and nanosystems for targeted cancer therapy . Common subfields include anti-fouling , soft bioelectronics , and biomimetic membranes . Projects under his supervision include PhD studies on adaptable hydrogels , printable biomaterials , and healthcare monitoring sensors . Students include H. Gharibi, J. A. Vacacela Cordova, and M. Alehosseini. Alireza’s research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals like Good Health and Well-being and Industry Innovation . He can be contacted at aldo@dtu.dk .

Firoz Babu KadumudiView profile

Researcher

• Hydrogel
• Biomaterial
• Stem Cell
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Firoz Babu Kadumudi is a Senior Researcher at the Biologically Inspired Material Engineering group within the Department of Health Technology at the Technical University of Denmark . His research focuses on developing advanced biomaterials for healthcare applications, including wound healing, tissue regeneration, and wearable sensors. Hydrogel design and biomedical applications Electronic materials with skin-like properties Three-dimensional printing of medical implants Angiogenesis and cell therapy delivery systems Nanoclay and bioceramic scaffold engineering Recent collaborative projects include Sensors for wearable healthcare monitoring (2019-2023). His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.

Jonas Rosager HenriksenView profile

Associate Professor

• Drug Delivery Systems
• Immunotherapy
• Cancer Vaccines
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Jonas Rosager Henriksen is an Associate Professor and Head of the Cell and Drug Technologies Section at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on drug delivery systems, immunotherapy, and nanomedicine with applications in cancer treatment, infectious disease management, and biomedical engineering. He leads projects involving liposomal formulations, in situ forming depots, and vaccine development. Key research areas include: Design of targeted drug delivery systems Development of immunostimulatory cancer vaccines Novel antibiotic delivery methods for implant-associated infections Nanoparticle-based imaging and tracking systems Recent work emphasizes translating materials science innovations into clinical applications, such as skin-like electronic materials and depot systems for sustained drug release. He supervises PhD students in projects related to antibiotic delivery, cancer immunotherapy, and vaccine efficacy evaluation. Collaborations span multidisciplinary teams addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Current active project involves preclinical evaluation of CarboCell for antibiotic delivery (2025-2028).

Seder Fayyad IslamView profile

Research Fellow

• Microfluidic Platforms
• Nanomaterials
• Nanobiosensors
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Seder Fayyad Islam is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Health Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Specializing in Experimental & Translational Immunology, their research focuses on nanomaterials, nanobiosensors, and microfluidic platform development for biomedical applications. They contribute to cutting-edge projects in nanoparticle formulation, viral detection, and metabolic engineering. Affiliation: Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Department: Experimental & Translational Immunology Research Themes: Microfluidic platforms, Nanobiosensors, Sustainable biotechnology Research Interests: Seder's work bridges microfluidic engineering with immunological applications , focusing on scalable nanotechnology solutions and advanced diagnostic platforms. Their research explores: Industrial-scale nanoparticle formulation 3D-printed microfluidic systems for metabolic studies Digital isothermal amplification for viral detection Nano-biosensor integration for pathogen screening Flow dynamics in microfluidic devices Fluorescence-based multiplex detection systems Publication Trends: Recent works demonstrate expertise in microfluidic platform development (2023-2024), with a focus on industrial scalability (Nano Letters 2024), metabolic pathway engineering (Chemical Engineering Journal 2024), and viral diagnostic systems (Biosensors and Bioelectronics 2023). Keywords across publications include 'Microfluidic Platform,' 'Nanoparticles,' 'Metabolic Engineering,' and 'Reverse Transcription.'

Steffen Bjørn PetersenView profile

Professor

• Bioelectronics
• Biosensors
• Biophysics
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Steffen Bjørn Petersen is a Professor and Guest Researcher at Aalborg University Hospital, affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine, Department of Dermatology. His research integrates biophysics, protein engineering, and biomedical devices. Lic. Scient (Life Sciences) His work focuses on Bioelectronics , Biosensors , and Nanophotonics , with recent studies on light-induced protein analysis and fluorescence spectroscopy. Key research trends in his 2024 publications include Fluorescence Stability , Protein Unfolding , Lipid Nanowires , and Metal Ion Chelation . He has led projects like PHOCNOSIS (Horizon 2020) for cardiovascular diagnostics and light-based biosensor development. His collaborations span institutions, with media coverage for breakthroughs in cancer cell suppression and light-induced diagnostics . Specific grants or future work details were not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

• Regenerative Medicine
• Tissue Engineering
• Biomaterials
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Pablo Pennisi is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Health Science and Technology, Faculty of Medicine. His research bridges engineering and biology, focusing on regenerative medicine, stem cell dynamics, and biomaterial development for tissue repair. He leads multiple EU-funded projects including BONEGEL and STRONG-UR advancing 3D-bioprinting and smart hydrogels. Education: Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering (2004-2008) M.Sc. in Bioelectronics, Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN (2001-2002) Bioengineering degree, Universidad Nacional de Entre Ríos (1991-1998) University Pedagogics Certification (2011-2013) Research Focus: Dr. Pennisi investigates how microenvironmental signals regulate stem cell fate, particularly in muscle regeneration. His work utilizes hydrogels, 3D bioprinting, and electrical stimulation to develop novel therapeutic strategies for tissue repair and chronic wound healing. Projects and Funding: BONEGEL: Injectable smart hydrogels for bone defects (Horizon Europe) STRONG-UR: 3D bioprinting for urethral regeneration (Horizon Europe) PULSE: 3D-printed vascular disease models (Danish Foundations) PROMEAT: Cultured meat development (Horizon Europe) Academic Activities: Includes PhD supervision, conference presentations, journal editorship, and membership in research networks like the Cultivated muscle-cell based food (CMBFood) consortium.