Jeppe Bennekou Schroll serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, based at Blegdamsvej 3, 2200 Copenhagen N, Denmark. His research expertise spans: Gynecology and Obstetrics Cervical Cancer Screening methodologies HPV Vaccination impact assessment Women's Urological Health Elderly Women's Gynecological Care Population-based Medical Research Dr. Schroll's 2025 publications demonstrate a concentrated focus on evidence-based gynecological interventions using Danish population data. His work bridges clinical practice and public health through cohort studies on HPV vaccination efficacy, surgical outcomes in elderly patients, and innovative non-surgical treatments for urinary incontinence. The research consistently employs robust methodologies including population registries and randomized controlled trials, with significant media coverage across 14 news outlets and social platforms.
Kristine Bihrmann serves as a Senior Researcher at the National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. Her primary research area is geographical and register-based epidemiology, utilizing Denmark's extensive national health registries to investigate spatial patterns of disease occurrence and healthcare utilization. She has co-authored numerous studies on topics including cervical cancer screening, acute myocardial infarction, and social inequities in chiropractic care. Bihrmann's research interests center on epidemiology with a strong emphasis on spatial analysis and register-based methods. Key areas include chronic disease epidemiology (particularly cardiovascular diseases and cancer), social epidemiology examining socioeconomic disparities, and public health interventions. Her work often explores the interplay between geography, healthcare access, and health outcomes in the Danish population. Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on spatial epidemiology and health services research. She frequently employs register-based cohort and cross-sectional designs to investigate how geographic factors influence healthcare utilization and disease outcomes. Notable themes include the impact of travel distance on preventive care and acute conditions, as well as social determinants of health across various medical conditions. No scientific awards were mentioned in the available information. Information regarding academic advising and research grants was not provided in the source material. Bihrmann conducts her research within the National Institute of Public Health, leveraging Denmark's unique health registries for population-based epidemiological studies. Her work contributes to understanding regional health disparities and informing public health policy in Denmark.
Lau Caspar Thygesen is a Professor in Public Health Epidemiology at the National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. He leads the Public Health Epidemiology research group and serves as Head of Studies for the BA and MA programs in Public Health Science. His work is centered on register-based epidemiology, utilizing large-scale surveys and national health registers to investigate both preventive and clinical health issues. Degree: MSc Public Health, PhD Institution: University of Southern Denmark Role: Professor and Research Group Leader Email: lct@sdu.dk ORCID: 0000-0001-8375-5211 His research interests include socio-economic health disparities, pharmacoepidemiology, clinical epidemiology, and advanced statistical methods. He has extensive experience in cohort studies and register-based research, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as those with intellectual disabilities and high-risk occupational groups. His work also addresses vaccination uptake, environmental health, and mental health during public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. The trends in his recent articles reflect a strong emphasis on large-scale, data-driven public health research. His publications frequently employ nationwide Danish register data to explore risk factors for disease, evaluate healthcare interventions, and assess health inequities. Common themes include cancer screening disparities, environmental exposures, mental health outcomes, and methodological rigor in epidemiological design. His collaborative network is extensive, involving multi-center and international studies. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his research has been widely disseminated through 409 research outputs and featured in 63 media contributions, indicating significant public and academic impact. Lau Caspar Thygesen actively supervises bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD students and serves as principal or co-supervisor on multiple research projects. He is involved in key grants such as Danmarks mentale status (as PI) and Declining Response Proportions in the Danish National Health Survey (as co-supervisor), reflecting his leadership in national public health research initiatives. His teaching includes courses in epidemiology and theory of science. He is a central figure in several research teams and projects focused on health equity, including studies on people with developmental disabilities ( Sundhed og sygelighed blandt personer med udviklingshandicap ) and digital mental health interventions ( Mindhelper ). His work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration across public health, clinical medicine, and social science, leveraging register data for impactful policy-relevant findings.
Ditte Linde is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, with strong affiliations to Odense University Hospital and the Centre for Global Health. She is actively involved in public health research with a focus on maternal health, cervical cancer screening, and violence against women. PhD in Public Health Science, University of Southern Denmark (awarded 2019) Master’s in Public Health Science, University of Copenhagen (awarded 2013) Bachelor’s in Public Health Science, University of Copenhagen (awarded 2009) Her research spans global health , maternal and perinatal health , intimate partner violence , and digital health interventions . She employs both qualitative and quantitative methods to understand health behaviors and improve screening and care delivery in low- and middle-income countries as well as in Denmark. Recent publications highlight her work on HPV-based cervical cancer screening in Tanzania , gestational diabetes management in Vietnam , and digital screening for domestic violence in antenatal care . Her research often involves systematic reviews and feasibility studies, reflecting a strong methodological foundation. Co-PI of STOP MinoVold: Systematic detection and interventions against violence among pregnant women from ethnic minority backgrounds (2024–2026) Principal supervisor of CliMama: Climate adaptation interventions for maternal health in LMICs (2024–2025) Project participant in VALID II: Informal support for diabetes in Vietnam (2022–2025) She has co-supervised PhD students including Karen Andreasen and Lea Ankerstjerne, and regularly contributes to peer review for journals such as BMC Women's Health and International Journal of Law, Crime and Justice . Her public engagement includes media contributions on violence against pregnant women and cervical cancer screening equity.
Vinay Chakravarthi Gogineni is an Assistant Professor at The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute , University of Southern Denmark (SDU), specializing in SDU Applied AI and Data Science . His research integrates advanced AI techniques into healthcare, industrial IoT, and fusion energy systems, with a strong focus on federated learning, privacy-preserving AI, and ethical machine learning practices. Education: Ph.D. in Distributed Machine Learning, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (Aug 2019) Research Interests: Dr. Gogineni's work spans Deep Learning , Federated Learning , and Graph Data Analysis . He develops personalized AI models for healthcare applications, including cervical cancer screening, colorectal cancer detection, and dementia prediction. His innovations in Machine Unlearning ensure compliance with GDPR and the EU AI Act, while his work on Physics-Informed Neural Networks enhances predictive accuracy in fusion energy systems. Key areas include self-supervised learning, continual learning, and fairness-aware AI. Scientific Awards: HC Ørsted Research Talent Award (2024, Denmark) ERCIM Alain Bensoussan Fellowship (2019) Best Paper Award , APSIPA ASC-2021, Tokyo Professional Roles: IEEE Senior Member and editorial board member of IEEE Sensors Journal . He teaches courses on AI for Healthcare Data and Calculus and Linear Algebra , fostering interdisciplinary education in applied AI.
Clinical Associate Professor Erik Søgaard-Andersen is affiliated with Aalborg University's Department of Clinical Medicine under The Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on gynecologic oncology, surgical techniques, and postoperative pain management in conditions like endometrial cancer and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. He has published extensively on topics including loop electrosurgical excision procedures, hysterectomy outcomes, and spontaneous uterine fistulas. Member of key organizations: Nordisk Selskab for Gynækologisk Onkologi (NSGO), Dansk Gynækologisk Cancer gruppe (DGC), and Kirurgigruppen NSGO Contributed to media discussions on robotic surgery advancements His work combines clinical practice with metabolic profiling studies and observational research, addressing both surgical techniques and patient outcomes in oncological contexts.
Benny Kirschner serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, with a specific focus on Obstetrics and Gynaecology. His work is based at Kettegård Allé 30 in Hvidovre and Blegdamsvej 3 in Copenhagen. He maintains clinical and academic responsibilities within the Danish healthcare system, with his email address hosted by the regional health authority (regionh.dk). Dr. Kirschner's research interests center on women's health with particular expertise in gynecological oncology, HPV-related conditions, cervical cancer screening methodologies, and urinary incontinence treatments. His work bridges clinical practice and academic research, with significant contributions to understanding HPV genotypes in cervical lesions and evaluating novel treatment approaches for common gynecological conditions. His publication record shows a strong focus on cervical cancer epidemiology and prevention, with multiple multinational studies examining HPV type distribution across different stages of cervical disease. More recently, he has expanded into evaluating innovative treatments like CO2 laser therapy for urinary stress incontinence, demonstrating his commitment to advancing women's health care through evidence-based approaches. His research collaborations span across Europe, with significant contributions to major epidemiological studies on cervical cancer and HPV. His work has been cited extensively, with several publications receiving over 100 citations, indicating substantial impact in the field of gynecological oncology. Dr. Kirschner maintains active clinical and research roles, as evidenced by his 2025 publication which suggests ongoing research activity. His work appears primarily in high-impact medical journals including International Journal of Cancer, Cancer Causes & Control, and Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica.
Liza Sopina is an Associate Professor at the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. Her work bridges health economics and public health policy, with a focus on cost-effectiveness, healthcare delivery, and population health interventions. PhD in Health Economics, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark (2018) Her research centers on health economics , particularly cost-effectiveness analysis , health care costs , and economic evaluation of public health programs . She has extensively studied cervical screening , HPV vaccination , Alzheimer's disease , and quality of life metrics. Her work often employs cohort analysis and randomized controlled trials to assess health outcomes and resource use. The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on policy-relevant economic evaluations in healthcare. Themes include value for money in vaccination programs , emergency department efficiency , and feedback mechanisms in education . These span disciplines such as public health , oncology , infectious disease control , and higher education assessment . Liza Sopina has contributed to public discourse through multiple media appearances, discussing topics like the societal cost of osteoporosis and behavioral science behind everyday phenomena. She is actively involved in research and teaching, including a course on Economic Evaluation . Chair of PAUSD (2017) She is a key participant in the ongoing PREPARE project (2022–2026), which focuses on personalized risk estimation and prevention of cardiovascular disease, indicating her engagement in large-scale, interdisciplinary health research. While no formal students are listed, her supervisory role in teaching suggests academic mentorship activities.
Max Rohde is a Lecturer at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, with affiliations to Karolinska Institute (KI) and Odense University Hospital (OUH). His work focuses on diagnostic imaging and oncology. Institution: University of Southern Denmark Department: Clinical Research Collaborations: Karolinska Institute, Odense University Hospital Rohde's research interests include Head and Neck Cancer , Medical Imaging (PET/CT, MRI), and Diagnostic Techniques . He has contributed to Systematic Reviews and Cancer Staging in Oncology and Radiology . Recent publications emphasize improving diagnostic accuracy for cervical lymph node metastases , defining incidental PET/CT findings , and evaluating hyperbaric oxygen therapy for radiation-induced complications. His work also addresses nasopharyngeal malignancy detection in patients with serous otitis media . Projects include: PhD Project on PET/MRI for lymph node metastases (2019–2023) PhD Project on upfront PET/CT in head and neck cancer (2013–2018) Rohde serves as a co-supervisor and project participant in multidisciplinary research involving Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Cancer Imaging .
Smith Khare is an Assistant Professor at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in Applied AI and Data Science. He is affiliated with the Centre for Clinical AI (CAI-X) in Odense and contributes to healthcare analytics through interdisciplinary research. Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (2022) from IIITDM Jabalpur M.Tech in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (2015) from Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute His research focuses on explainable AI, deep learning, and signal processing for healthcare applications. Key areas include medical imaging, neurological disorder detection, and biomedical signal analysis. His work integrates AI with clinical diagnostics to improve early disease identification. Smith’s recent publications emphasize explainable AI in cervical cancer screening, liver segmentation, and neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. He combines deep learning with optimization algorithms and hardware implementation for medical IoT systems. Best Paper Award, IEEE Sensors Journal (2024) He teaches courses such as Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare Data and Tools of Artificial Intelligence , and mentors students in AI-driven healthcare projects. His collaborations span institutions like Karolinska Institute (KI) and Odense University Hospital (OUH).
Victoria Blanes-Vidal is a Professor at The Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in Applied AI and Data Science. Her research bridges artificial intelligence with medical applications, particularly in cancer screening, diabetes complications, and environmental epidemiology. With over 80 research outputs and significant research metrics (3320 citations, h-index 30), she maintains an active presence in both academic and clinical research domains. Her research interests span Data Science, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Machine Learning, and AI applications in healthcare, with specific focus on Cardiovascular diseases, Diabetes, Cancer screening (prostate, breast, colorectal, cervical), Emotions recognition, Liver diseases, Preeclampsia, and Respiratory health. She investigates Screening methodologies, Early detection techniques, and Prediction models within Medical Informatics and Mobile Health frameworks, extending to Environmental Epidemiology and Health Risk Assessment. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applying AI in medical diagnostics, particularly in gastrointestinal cancer screening using capsule endoscopy, cervical cancer detection through colposcopic image analysis, and non-invasive diabetes complication detection through facial analysis and eye tracking. Her work consistently focuses on developing explainable AI models that can be integrated into clinical pathways while maintaining diagnostic accuracy. Professor Blanes-Vidal serves as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals including PLOS ONE and Scientific Reports, demonstrating her standing in the academic community. She has been involved in editorial work since 2022 and maintains membership in research networks such as the Polytechnical University of Valencia since 2008. Her teaching portfolio includes courses in Statistical Data Analysis, Data Science, and Datamining, reflecting her commitment to educating the next generation of data scientists. She has supervised research on topics including "Public perception of environmental quality: Improving quantitative analysis of statistical data in epidemiological studies." Her work has received significant media attention, with 11 press/media mentions including coverage in Danish media about AI applications for detecting life-threatening liver disease.
Helle Kiellberg Larsen is a board-certified specialist in Dermatology and Venereology, serving as Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. She maintains a dual appointment, being employed by both the Capital Region of Denmark and the University of Copenhagen, with her clinical work centered at Bispebjerg Hospital in Copenhagen. Dr. Larsen heads the Clinic for Sexually Transmitted Infections and the Clinic for Anogenital Skin Diseases at the Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Bispebjerg Hospital. Dr. Larsen graduated from the University of Aarhus as a medical doctor (MD) in 1998 and earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in 2020. She specialized in Dermato-venereology in 2007 and has maintained active research and clinical work since then. Her research is primarily focused on HPV-related anogenital diseases, with specific expertise in anogenital warts and anogenital precancer lesions, particularly among immunosuppressed patients such as kidney transplant recipients. Dr. Larsen has developed significant expertise in high-resolution anoscopy, a screening tool similar to colposcopy of the cervix but adapted for the anal canal and perianal area to detect precancerous lesions. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, with a strong emphasis on understanding HPV infection patterns in vulnerable patient populations. Analysis of Dr. Larsen's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on HPV-related conditions in immunocompromised patients, particularly kidney transplant recipients. Her research spans epidemiological studies, clinical diagnostics, and treatment guidelines, with significant contributions to understanding cervical and anal HPV infections, cancer risks, and screening methodologies. The publications show increasing collaboration with international research groups and contributions to clinical guidelines, particularly in the area of lichen sclerosus through the EuroGuiderm initiative. Dr. Larsen is an active member of several professional organizations including the International Anal Neoplasia Society (IANS), The Danish Anal Cancer Group (DACG), and The Danish Penis Cancer Group (DaPeCa), all multidisciplinary cancer groups. Her work has been referenced in clinical guideline sources and policy documents, indicating its impact on clinical practice. Her research activities include both register-based projects examining HPV-related dysplasia and cancer risks among renal transplant recipients compared to healthy controls, and clinical studies investigating the prevalence of HPV infections and related conditions in these patient populations. Dr. Larsen has maintained consistent research output, with publications spanning from 2008 to the present, showing increased productivity in recent years.
Søren Jacobsen is a Clinical Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. He specializes in Internal Medicine with a focus on Rheumatology, particularly autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. His research spans clinical investigations, biomarker discovery, and large-scale epidemiological studies. Professor Jacobsen's research interests encompass a wide range of rheumatological conditions, with particular emphasis on autoimmune diseases , biomarker discovery , and treatment outcomes . His work frequently examines the interplay between immunological mechanisms and clinical manifestations of rheumatic diseases, with special attention to systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis. He has made significant contributions to understanding disease mechanisms, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic interventions in rheumatology. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on translational research, bridging basic science discoveries with clinical applications. Key themes include the impact of biologic therapies on cardiac function in rheumatoid arthritis, HPV-related cancer risks in lupus patients, and the development of diagnostic biomarkers for systemic sclerosis. His collaborative work on extracellular vesicles represents methodological advancements with broad implications for rheumatology research. Professor Jacobsen has been involved in several large-scale collaborative studies, including the Systemic Lupus International Collaborating Clinics (SLICC) cohort, contributing to our understanding of disease progression, treatment adherence, and long-term outcomes in systemic lupus erythematosus.
Anna Poulsgaard Frandsen serves as Senior Physician (Overlæge) at the Department of Pathology, Aalborg University Hospital, with academic affiliation to The Faculty of Medicine at Aalborg University. Her clinical and research work focuses on cancer pathology with particular emphasis on gynecological malignancies and advanced diagnostic techniques. Her research interests include: Cancer Pathology, particularly ovarian and cervical cancer HPV screening and molecular diagnostics Advanced imaging techniques including PET/CT Molecular biomarkers for cancer detection Implementation of improved screening methods Cervical cancer epidemiology Dr. Frandsen's recent publications demonstrate expertise in applying cutting-edge molecular techniques and imaging modalities to improve cancer diagnosis and screening. Her work bridges laboratory findings with clinical applications, particularly in ovarian cancer biomarker discovery and cervical cancer screening optimization. She has made significant contributions to understanding methylation patterns in ovarian cancer and evaluating novel PET/CT tracers for cancer imaging. Her scientific work has received recognition through publications in reputable journals including Cancers, Clinical Nuclear Medicine, and International Journal of Cancer. In 2024-2025, she has published multiple articles focusing on diagnostic approaches for gynecological cancers. Dr. Frandsen has been actively involved in public health initiatives, particularly regarding cervical cancer screening programs in the North Jutland region of Denmark. Her work on home-based HPV testing has received substantial media attention as an innovative approach to improve screening participation rates, with coverage in Nordjyske Stiftstidende, DR P4 Nordjylland, and Nordjyske.dk. She has emphasized that 'HPV-testen er en mere sensitiv metode. Det vil sige, at den er mere følsom, så vi fanger lidt flere kvinder, end vi gør ved den cellebaserede prøve.'
Dinesh Neupane is an Adjunct Professor at Karolinska Institute, affiliated with the Department of Clinical Research and the Research Unit of Occupational and Environmental Medicine at Odense University Hospital. His work spans maternal and perinatal health, occupational health, cardiovascular disease, and public health interventions in low- and middle-income countries. Key Collaborations : Involved in projects like CliMama, focusing on climate adaptation strategies for maternal health. Research Areas : Specializes in cervical cancer screening, blood pressure management, and occupational health outcomes in vulnerable populations. His recent publications emphasize systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and community-based studies addressing global health disparities. He collaborates extensively with researchers in Nepal, Denmark, and international institutions. Scientific awards are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His work has been highlighted in academic blogs, news outlets, and social media platforms like X (Twitter), indicating broader societal impact.
