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Rasmus Schmidt DavidsenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Photovoltaics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Electronics
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Rasmus Schmidt Davidsen serves as a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Aarhus University. His research is centered within the Electronics and Photonics laboratory, where he investigates interdisciplinary topics at the intersection of electrical engineering, photonics, and biomedical applications. His primary research interests include photovoltaics (with a focus on perovskite solar cells, selenium-based photovoltaics, and black silicon technology) and biomedical engineering (specifically neural interfaces, retinal prosthetics, and microfabrication of implantable devices). He also explores microfabrication techniques for carbon microelectrodes and their application in neural stimulation. An examination of his recent publications reveals two dominant research themes: advancing solar cell efficiency through novel materials and structures, and developing biomedical devices for vision restoration. His photovoltaic work addresses critical challenges in tandem solar cells and defect engineering, while his biomedical research pioneers carbon-based retinal implants and long-term retinal tissue culture. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided information. Advising and Grants: There is no information provided regarding graduate students or research grants supervised by Dr. Davidsen. Laboratory Affiliation: Dr. Davidsen is actively involved in the Electronics and Photonics research group at Aarhus University, contributing to both fundamental and applied research in micro- and nanofabrication for energy and biomedical applications.

Fabrice BaudoinView profile

Professor

• Stochastic analysis
• Differential geometry
• Dirichlet forms
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Fabrice Baudoin is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics, Aarhus University . His research focuses on stochastic analysis, differential geometry, and Dirichlet forms, with applications to Lie groups, manifolds, and fractal spaces. Research Interests : Stochastic methods in geometric analysis Heat kernel theory and functional inequalities Sub-Riemannian geometry and curvature bounds Probability distributions for Brownian motion functionals Dirichlet forms on fractal spaces Publications Trends : Recent works address sub-Riemannian comparison theorems, hypoelliptic SPDEs, infinite-dimensional diffusions, and stochastic processes on fractals. His research combines geometric insights with probabilistic techniques. Teaching Activities : He has taught diverse undergraduate and graduate courses, with lecture notes available on his blog https://fabricebaudoin.blog .

Luca Maria AielloView profile

Professor

• Data Science
• Computational Social Science
• Social Media
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Luca Maria Aiello is a Professor and Data Science Research Group Leader at the IT University of Copenhagen 's Department of Digital Design. He heads the education program for the Master of Data Science degree while co-leading the Networks, Data, and Society research group. His research spans computational social science , social media analysis , and network science , with recent focus on: Urban social connectivity patterns Sleep quality and social dimensions Financial collective action on Reddit COVID-19 pandemic's impact on dreaming Climate change discourse on TikTok Current research projects include COCOONS (Collective Coordination through Online Social Media) funded by the Carlsberg Foundation (2023-2025), and multiple grants for the International Conference on Computational Social Science (IC2S2) from Danish Data Science Academy and Otto Mønsteds Fond. Dr. Aiello has received significant recognition including the 2022 Research Environment of the Year award, with his work being covered by 16 news outlets , 47 X (Twitter) users , and 3 Facebook pages .

Rajan MauryaView profile

Researcher

• Fuel Cells
• Electrolyzers
• Redox Flow Batteries
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Dr. Rajan Maurya is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Green Technology (IGT) within the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), specializing in electrochemistry and energy conversion systems. His work bridges fundamental and applied research in fuel cells, electrolyzers, and redox flow batteries. Education: PhD in Electrochemistry from Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. His research focuses on electrocatalysis, particularly for oxygen reduction (ORR) and evolution (OER) reactions, with emphasis on catalyst design, durability enhancement, and reaction kinetics. He employs techniques like Eyring analysis, Butler-Volmer modeling, and large-amplitude AC voltammetry to study activation barriers and interfacial processes. Recent work includes scalable gas diffusion electrodes with Sn²⁺ radical scavengers for PEMFCs (2025), true gas-phase ORR studies at electrolyte/gas interfaces (2025), and nitrogen-doped carbon catalysts for alkaline ORR (2023). Collaborations span Denmark and international institutions, with network activity involving electrode engineering and spectroscopy.

• Climate Science
• Oceanography
• Earth System Science
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Xaver Lange serves as a Research Fellow at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, within the Physics of Ice, Climate and Earth research group. His work focuses on interdisciplinary climate and earth system physics, particularly ocean-ice interactions and fluid dynamics in polar and coastal environments. His primary research interests include Climate Science, Oceanography, Earth System Science, Fluid Dynamics, and Ice Physics. He investigates complex physical processes such as estuarine mixing and diffusion phenomena, applying numerical modeling techniques to understand climate-relevant systems. His recent publication on diahaline diffusivities in estuaries (2021) demonstrates expertise in coastal oceanography and environmental modeling. This work aligns with broader trends in computational earth sciences, emphasizing quantitative approaches to climate system dynamics. The Physics of Ice, Climate and Earth group provides his primary research environment, fostering collaborations in polar climate studies and earth system modeling through the Niels Bohr Institute's infrastructure.

Marcel BogersView profile

Professor

• Innovation Management
• Open Innovation
• Entrepreneurship
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Marcel Bogers is a Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Copenhagen, working at the Unit for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Management within the Department of Food and Resource Economics (IFRO) at the Faculty of Science. He also holds a significant external position as Garwood Research Fellow at the Garwood Center for Corporate Innovation at the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley. His academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Technology and Society from Eindhoven University of Technology (1999-2004), followed by a Ph.D. in Management of Technology from Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (2005-2009). His career progression includes Postdoc and Associate Professor positions at the University of Southern Denmark (2009-2015), Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen (2015-2017), and his current position as Full Professor since 2017. Professor Bogers' research centers on the design, organization and management of technology, innovation and entrepreneurship, with particular emphasis on openness and participation in innovation processes. His work spans multiple domains including open innovation, business models, family businesses, user innovation, collaborative prototyping, improvisation, and university-industry collaboration. His approach integrates theoretical frameworks with practical insights to address complex innovation challenges across organizational boundaries. His extensive publication record (106 research outputs) reveals a clear evolution toward examining innovation at multiple analytical levels - from individual practices to ecosystem dynamics. Recent work shows increasing attention to AI's role in innovation processes, sustainable business model development, and the application of open innovation principles in public sector contexts. His publications appear in top-tier journals including Research Policy, California Management Review, and Journal of Product Innovation Management. Through his company 'Bogers Innovative Research', Professor Bogers extends his academic work into practical applications, offering keynotes, workshops, and training on innovation topics to diverse audiences including universities, companies, and policymakers. His forthcoming book 'Social Media for Research Impact' (scheduled for pre-order January 2026) reflects his commitment to enhancing research visibility and impact through digital channels.

Christy Anna HipsleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Evolutionary biology
• Vertebrate paleontology
• Herpetology
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Christy Anna Hipsley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. She holds a joint appointment in the Ecology and Evolution section, with research spanning evolutionary biology, vertebrate paleontology, and herpetology. Her work integrates multiple disciplines through advanced imaging techniques and computational approaches to study morphological evolution across 500 million years of vertebrate history. Her primary research interests include evolutionary biology, vertebrate paleontology, herpetology, phenotypic convergence, and 3D shape analysis. She specializes in using X-ray computed tomography to generate three-dimensional models of fossil and living organisms for evolutionary comparison, often applying geometric morphometrics to diverse groups including primates, canids, marine mammals, marsupials, turtles, and reptiles. Her work specifically examines how Cenozoic climate change has shaped morphological and taxonomic variation, and identifies contexts where biodiversity is generated and destroyed. Dr. Hipsley's recent publications demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining traditional morphological studies with computational methods. Her work spans from detailed anatomical studies of reptiles to collaborations with computer scientists on diffusion modeling techniques. This reflects her commitment to integrating bioinformatic, molecular, ecological, paleoclimatic, and morphological approaches in evolutionary research. Selected Awards: Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond (DFF) Project 1 (2,847,513 DKK) Villum Synergy Grant on Stochastic Morphometry (2,140,000 DKK) ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (1,650,697 DKK) Dean's Award for Excellence in Research (Team), University of Melbourne Dr. Hipsley has supervised numerous graduate students across multiple institutions including the University of Copenhagen, Monash University, and the University of Melbourne. She serves as a Senior Editorial Board Member for BMC Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and reviews for numerous prestigious journals including Nature Communications, Science Advances, and Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology. Her international collaborations span Germany, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, and India, reflecting the global nature of her research program. She is also an active participant in science outreach, having contributed to children's science TV shows, podcasts, and public exhibits.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Visual Perception and Attention
• Multisensory Integration
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Steven Blurton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Social Sciences, specializing in cognitive psychology with a focus on mathematical modeling of perceptual and decision processes. His research integrates computational approaches with experimental paradigms to investigate fundamental cognitive mechanisms. Research Interests: Visual perception and attention dynamics Multisensory integration across auditory and visual domains Mathematical modeling of response times and decision-making Theory of Visual Attention (TVA) frameworks Sequential sampling models for cognitive processes His recent publications demonstrate an evolving trajectory from foundational work on Wiener diffusion models (2012) toward increasingly sophisticated integrations of response time modeling with multisensory processing and executive function interventions, with significant contributions appearing in Psychological Review , Journal of Mathematical Psychology , and Vision Research . Current research within the KU 2016 "Dynamical Systems" program focuses on unifying accuracy and response time predictions through sequential sampling models. Key Activities: Principal Investigator in the DFF 8018-00014B project "Foundations of Response Time Measurement" (2019-2020) Active member of the Center for Visual Cognition research group His methodological expertise spans computational modeling, experimental design for perceptual tasks, and advanced statistical analysis of cognitive data, with applications spanning basic research and educational interventions.

• Neuroscience
• Biomedical Engineering
• Neuroimaging
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Nikolay Kutuzov serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His research employs two-photon microscopy and deep learning to investigate cerebrovascular dynamics, blood-brain barrier function, and pericyte biology in health and aging. Kutuzov's work centers on neurovascular coupling, with key interests including blood-brain barrier transport mechanisms, capillary pericyte function, and the role of precapillary sphincters in regulating cerebral blood flow. He integrates experimental neuroscience with computational approaches, particularly deep learning applications for nanoparticle tracking and image analysis in two-photon microscopy. His recent publications (2018-2025) demonstrate a progression from foundational studies on myelin organization to innovative work combining deep learning with in vivo imaging. Current research emphasizes aging-related cerebrovascular changes and nanoparticle diffusion modeling, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach that bridges molecular neuroscience and biomedical engineering. Though specific advising details are unreported, his collaborative publications with leading neuroscientists suggest mentorship activities. His laboratory likely utilizes advanced imaging facilities at the University of Copenhagen for studying neurovascular unit dynamics, with potential focus on developing new computational tools for brain barrier research.

• Biophysics
• Biochemistry
• Chemical Biology
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Nikos Hatzakis is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, based at Universitetsparken 5, 2100 København Ø. He maintains an active research profile through the Hatzakis Lab (https://www.hatzakislab.com) and contributes to interdisciplinary biophysical research with international collaborations. His research spans critical areas in modern biophysics and biochemistry: Single-molecule dynamics and diffusion analysis Protein aggregation in neurodegenerative diseases and diabetes Super-resolution microscopy development and application Deep learning for biological data interpretation Drug delivery mechanisms across biological barriers Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward computational innovation in experimental biophysics, particularly GPU-accelerated tools for single-particle tracking and real-time observation of molecular processes. His work bridges physics, computer science, and biology to decode protein function-aggregation relationships. The Hatzakis Lab drives methodological advances in chemical biology, utilizing cutting-edge imaging to address fundamental questions in cellular biophysics and therapeutic development, with significant cross-institutional partnerships evident in high-impact publications.

Rick VerberneView profile

Research Fellow

• Geochronology
• Mineralogy
• Trace Element Geochemistry
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Rick Verberne is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Star and Planet Formation within the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on advanced geochemical and mineralogical analyses using atom probe tomography to investigate trace element behavior in geological materials. His primary research interests include U-Pb geochronology, trace element mobility in minerals, dislocation structure analysis, and nanoscale mineral characterization. Verberne examines how crystal defects in rutile, monazite, and xenotime influence geothermometry and isotopic dating reliability, with direct applications to metamorphic and igneous petrology. Analysis of Verberne's 2021-2024 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory centered on atom probe tomography methodology development and its geological applications. His work demonstrates how dislocation networks act as dual-function pathways (facilitating diffusion while trapping trace elements), significantly advancing understanding of U-Pb systematics and Zr-in-rutile thermometry in complex mineral systems. He operates within the Centre for Star and Planet Formation, leveraging specialized facilities for high-resolution mineral analysis and collaborating with international researchers including S.M. Reddy, D. Fougerouse, and D.W. Saxey.

Sampriti BasakView profile

Assistant Professor

• Petrology
• Geochemistry
• Thermodynamic Modelling
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Sampriti Basak is an Assistant Professor at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Science, Department of Geoscience and Natural Resource Management, based at The Natural History Museum. Her research focuses on Earth's evolution as a habitable planet through geological and geochemical analysis of ancient rock formations. Education: Ph.D. in Geology, Ruhr University Bochum (2020), thesis: "High-resolution thermal and tectonic history of Archean terranes: A case study from Coorg Block, S. India" Her research applies petrology, geochemistry, thermodynamic modelling, isotope geochronology, and diffusion modelling to investigate Earth's development of oceans and an oxygenated atmosphere. As an enthusiastic field geologist, she conducts fieldwork in western Australia, eastern Canada, and India to study Earth's oldest rocks, integrating spatial geological features with laboratory analyses of petrology and isotopic techniques. Recent publications (2022-2024) reveal consistent focus on Archean geology in Greenland and South India, utilizing petrological and geochemical methods to unravel deep crustal processes, metamorphic evolution, and tectonic histories during Earth's formative periods. She supervises bachelor's and master's thesis students while conducting departmental examinations. Her active research involves six major Greenland projects investigating corundum formation, talc deposits, anorthosite complexes, graphite deposits, orogenic zones, and supracrustal belts through international collaborations with Denmark, Germany, China, and Japan. As part of the 'Early Earth Research Group' led by Associate Professor Kristoffer Szilas, she operates the Bruker Tornado M4+ micro-XRF with Automated Mineralogical Identification System (AMICS), JEOL Electron Microprobe JXA 8200, and XRD instrumentation for advanced mineralogical analysis.

• Neuropharmacology
• Brain Metabolism
• Alzheimer's Disease Research
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Emil Winther Westi is a Research Fellow at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences within the Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology and Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology research group. His work focuses on brain metabolism mechanisms and their implications in neurological disorders. Dr. Westi's research spans critical neuroscience domains: Neuropharmacology and drug design Brain metabolism in health and disease Alzheimer's disease mechanisms and models Stroke pathophysiology and preclinical models Glioma cell metabolism and signaling Cerebrospinal fluid dynamics and choroid plexus function His publication record demonstrates expertise in metabolic mapping of neuronal and glial cells, with emphasis on how metabolic processes change in neurological conditions. He employs advanced techniques including dMRI, immunohistochemistry, and functional metabolic mapping across multiple disease models. Dr. Westi has published in high-impact journals such as Nature Communications, Glia, and Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism. His work has received significant academic attention with multiple papers highlighted in news outlets and social media platforms, indicating strong relevance to current neurological research.

• Freshwater Ecology
• Biogeochemistry
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Jonas Stage Sø serves as a Guest Researcher in the Freshwater Biology section of the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on greenhouse gas dynamics in freshwater ecosystems, particularly methane and carbon dioxide emissions from lakes and ponds. Affiliated with the Freshwater Biology section at Universitetsparken 4 in Copenhagen, he collaborates extensively with researchers including K. Sand-Jensen, T. Kragh, and K. T. Martinsen. His research interests center on Freshwater Ecology and Biogeochemistry , specifically examining methane ebullition processes, high-resolution gas flux measurements, and the environmental controls of greenhouse gas emissions in aquatic systems. His work combines field measurements with ecosystem-scale analysis to understand carbon cycling in lakes across varying trophic states and climatic conditions. Recent studies investigate how wind, ice cover, and biological processes drive temporal and spatial variability in emissions. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on methane cycling in freshwater systems , with growing emphasis on high-frequency monitoring techniques and global scaling implications. His research demonstrates that ebullition dominates methane emissions across all lake sizes, challenging previous assumptions about emission mechanisms. The work spans temperate to boreal systems, examining seasonal patterns, ice cover effects, and interactions between physical and biological drivers. While no specific awards are documented in the available materials, his publications show significant academic impact with multiple Scopus citations and substantial Mendeley readership across international research communities. Dr. Sø's collaborative network includes extensive work with the Freshwater Biology group at the University of Copenhagen, particularly on projects involving high-resolution gas flux monitoring. His research outputs demonstrate strong methodological innovation in measuring previously undersampled emission processes, with implications for global carbon budgets and climate models. The team maintains active collaborations across European freshwater research institutions, as evidenced by co-authorship patterns and network visualizations.

• Actuarial mathematics
• Financial mathematics
• Portfolio Choice
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Mogens Steffensen holds key positions at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science: Head of the Department of Mathematical Sciences (since 2023) Professor of Life Insurance Mathematics (permanently since 2012, initially appointed 2008) Editor of the Scandinavian Actuarial Journal (since 2006) Associate Editor of Insurance: Mathematics and Economics (since 2013) His research spans core areas in quantitative finance and insurance: Actuarial mathematics with emphasis on life insurance and pension systems Financial mathematics including stochastic portfolio optimization Applications of Markov processes and jump-diffusion models in risk management Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate interdisciplinary innovation across actuarial science and financial engineering, addressing challenges like epidemic impacts on insurance, fairness in risk classification, and optimal reinsurance design. These works consistently employ advanced mathematical techniques including stochastic control theory and smoothing methods to solve real-world problems in pension planning and market valuation. Scientific Awards: No specific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: The available documentation does not specify student supervisees or research grants. As department head and active researcher, Professor Steffensen undoubtedly oversees academic mentoring and secures funding, but concrete details remain unreported in the source materials.