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Aberham Hailu Feyissa is an Associate Professor at the National Food Institute of the Technical University of Denmark , specializing in process modeling and sustainable food engineering. His research bridges complex transport phenomena with practical food manufacturing challenges. Ph.D. in Food Process Engineering, Technical University of Denmark MSc in Food Science, K.U.Leuven and Universiteit Gent BSc in Chemical Engineering, Bahir Dar University His work focuses on coupled mass and heat transfer during solid food processing, aiming to develop robust first-principles models for predictive process optimization. Key applications include Ohmic heating , digital twin technology , and bioactive ingredient extraction . Recent publications highlight his contributions to sustainable food processes , including insect-based feed modeling , seaweed bread kinetics , and clean-label cheese formulation . His methodological innovations span FTIR spectroscopy , computational fluid dynamics , and kinetic modeling . Supervisor for PhD students S. S. Turgut , M. E. Jabali , and Dahal S. Principal Investigator for projects like Modelling and Digitalisation of Food Processes and Sustainable Extraction of Bioactive Insect Fractions Active in conference presentations and peer review , he drives advancements in food process understanding through mechanistic modeling and mathematical simulation .

• Food Process Engineering
• Heat and Mass Transfer
• Transport Phenomena in Porous Media
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Charlotte Jacobsen is a Professor and Head of the Research Group for Bioactives – Analysis and Application at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her research focuses on lipid oxidation, antioxidants, and sustainable utilization of marine resources. She leads multiple interdisciplinary projects and supervises PhD students in food science and technology. Research Interests: Antioxidant chemistry in food systems Oxidative stability of omega-3 fatty acids Valorization of fish and seafood by-products Microalgae as sustainable sources of bioactives Functional foods and nutraceuticals Green extraction technologies Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications (2021–2025) reflect a strong focus on sustainable food systems, including the recovery of bioactive compounds from fish side-streams, stabilization of omega-3 lipids, development of anti-obesity peptides from seaweed, and cultivation of microalgae using industrial waste streams. The work spans food chemistry, marine biotechnology, and green processing, with applications in functional foods and nutrition. Scientific Awards: Danisco Award, 2003 Edwin Frankel Best Paper Award, 2010 and 2011 La Médaille Chevreul, 2010 Marcuse Lecturer grant, 1999 Advising and Grants: Professor Jacobsen actively supervises PhD students and leads multiple funded research projects, including 'Utilization of fish side-streams for production of novel food ingredients' and 'Sustainable Production of Microalgae Proteins'. She is involved in national and international collaborations, securing research funding for projects on omega-3 extraction, microalgae cultivation, and seafood quality. Labs and Teams: She leads the Research Group for Bioactives – Analysis and Application at DTU, which is part of the DTU Microbes Initiative. The group specializes in analytical methods for bioactive compounds, lipid oxidation analysis, and development of sustainable food ingredients.

• Antioxidant Chemistry
• Lipid Oxidation
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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Frede Blaabjerg is a Professor at Aalborg University (AAU Energy) , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science . Since 1998, he has pioneered power electronics research in applications such as wind turbines , photovoltaic (PV) systems , reliability engineering , and Power-2-X technologies. Education : PhD in Electrical Engineering (1995, Aalborg University) Honorary Degrees : Honoris Causa at University Politehnica Timisoara (2017) and Tallinn Technical University (2018) His research focuses on power electronics control , system optimization , and reliability for renewable energy and electric mobility . Recent work includes grid-forming converters , virtual synchronous generators , and smart EV charging systems. Key publication trends span 15+ years , with over 3,733 peer-reviewed articles and 900+ journal papers in power electronics , renewables , and energy storage . Notable book series: Control of Power Electronic Converters and Systems (4 volumes, Elsevier). Scientific Awards : 46 IEEE Prize Paper Awards 2020 IEEE Edison Medal 2019 Global Energy Prize 2014 IEEE William E. Newell Power Electronics Award Leadership Roles : Editor-in-Chief, IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics (2006–2012) Chairman, Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy (2020–) President, IEEE Power Electronics Society (2019–2020)

• Power Electronics
• Wind Turbines
• Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
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Adane Tilahun Getachew serves as an Associate Professor at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in bioactive compounds analysis and application within food science. His research integrates green extraction technologies with sustainable food processing to valorize marine and agricultural byproducts. His primary research interests focus on antioxidant mechanisms , bioactive compound recovery , and advanced extraction methodologies including supercritical fluids and subcritical water processing. Key application areas include marine lipid extraction from invasive species like starfish and round goby, plant protein isolation from legumes and lupin seeds, and stabilization of omega-3 enriched food products. His work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through waste reduction and sustainable resource utilization. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on extraction optimization (particularly supercritical CO 2 and pressurized liquid methods), marine bioactives (seaweed, starfish, shrimp waste), and food product development (mayonnaise, packaging films, protein concentrates). Dominant themes include response surface methodology applications, seasonal variation impacts on bioactive yields, and techno-functional properties of extracted compounds. His collaborative projects demonstrate extensive interdisciplinary work across European research initiatives: SUSTAINABLE JET FUELS (2024-2027): Micro-algal cell factories for zero-waste aviation fuel GrExOmega (2022-2025): Green extraction of omega-3 from invasive marine species AlgaeVita (2025-2027): Biofortified algae ingredients rich in vitamin D3 and omega-3 SBbioact (2019-2022): Biorefinery of Nordic brown algae bioactives Dr. Getachew leads research on sustainable food systems with emphasis on waste valorization and green processing technologies, maintaining active collaborations with multiple European institutions through DTU's National Food Institute infrastructure.

• Antioxidant Research
• Bioactive Compounds
• Extraction Technologies
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Ann-Dorit Moltke Sørensen is a Senior Researcher at the National Food Institute of the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). She specializes in food science, with a focus on antioxidant properties, marine by-product utilization, and sustainable food systems. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting responsible consumption and production (SDG 12) and life below water (SDG 13). Affiliations: National Food Institute, DTU (2016–present) Education: PhD in Food Science (DTU, 2010) M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Food Science and Technology (DTU, 2005 and 2003) Research Interests: Antioxidant mechanisms in food systems Omega-3 fatty acid extraction and application Utilization of marine and fish by-products Food preservation and stability Enzymatic processing of bioactive compounds Scientific Recognition: Young Scientist Award (2009) AOCS European Section Travel Grant (2010) Food Travel Grant (2008) Advising & Grants: Supervised PhD students Corsano, S. and Bjørlie, M. Project Coordinator for GrExOmega (2022–2025) and PROFIUS (2021–2024), focusing on omega-3 extraction and fish biomass utilization. Labs/Teams: Active in research groups addressing food chemistry, marine biotechnology, and sustainable processing technologies.

• Food Science
• Marine Biology
• Nutrition
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James A. Evans is the Max Palevsky Professor of Sociology and Data Science at the University of Chicago, where he is a faculty member in the Department of Sociology within the Division of the Social Sciences. He is the director of Knowledge Lab and the Faculty Director of the Masters Program in Computational Social Science . He holds additional affiliations as an External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute , External Faculty at the Complexity Science Hub, Vienna , and Visiting Faculty Researcher at Google . Education: B.A. in Anthropology, Brigham Young University (1994) M.A. in Sociology, Stanford University (1999) Ph.D. in Sociology, Stanford University (2004) His research centers on the collective system of thinking and knowing , exploring how ideas emerge, spread, and evolve through social and technical systems. He investigates innovation, collective intelligence, and the science of science , using large-scale data modeling, machine learning, generative AI, and network analysis to study knowledge creation. His work spans domains including science, technology, law, and religion, with a focus on how AI is reshaping discovery processes. The most recent publications highlight trends in AI and scientific discovery , with a strong emphasis on innovation, knowledge systems, and human-machine intelligence . His research increasingly explores AI as a transformative agent in science , including the concept of 'alien intelligence' and the development of complementary AI to augment human capacity. Projects like the $20M NSF-funded APTO initiative aim to build language models that predict technological outcomes by analyzing historical data. Scientific Recognition and Funding: Research supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) , National Institutes of Health (NIH) , Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) , and philanthropic sources Work published in Nature, Science, PNAS , and leading social science journals Featured in The New York Times, The Economist, The Atlantic, Wired, NPR, BBC, Le Monde , and others James Evans advises on science policy and funding strategies, emphasizing the importance of diversity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and demographic balance in fostering innovation. He critiques current academic incentives and proposes alternative discovery regimes. He leads Knowledge Lab , a collaborative research environment that conducts seminars, grants, and employment opportunities in computational social science and AI.

• Computational Social Science
• Collective Intelligence
• Science of Science
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Qiongxiu Li is a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Cyber Security group at Aalborg University's Copenhagen campus, part of the Technical Faculty of IT and Design. Her research focuses on cybersecurity, distributed optimization, privacy/security, and federated learning. She has authored/co-authored 38 papers in top-tier venues including IEEE Transactions on Information Forensics and Security, ICLR, and EUSIPCO. Education: PhD in Privacy and Security from Aalborg University (2018-2021). Notable achievements include winning the EUSIPCO 2020 3MT Contest and co-delivering a tutorial on privacy-preserving distributed optimization at EUSIPCO 2024. She actively reviews for conferences like NeurIPS, ICLR, and journals such as TPAMI and TIFS. Research Themes: Privacy-preserving distributed algorithms, federated learning security, differential privacy, and adversarial machine learning. Recent Trends: Focus on securing AI systems (e.g., LLM vulnerabilities, federated clustering privacy), quantization for privacy, and theoretical bounds in decentralized learning. Awards: 2020 EUSIPCO 3MT Winner (outstanding finalist in EURASIP's annual doctoral research competition). Grants/Projects: Co-PI of the AI:SECURITY project (2025-2029) addressing AI security threats like phishing and malicious actors. Labs/Teams: Leads the Cyber Security group at Aalborg's Copenhagen campus, focusing on theoretical and applied research in secure distributed systems.

• Cybersecurity
• Distributed Optimization
• Privacy-Preserving Technologies
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Federico Casanova is an Associate Professor at the National Food Institute of the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in sustainable food processing and biotechnological valorization of food waste. His work focuses on extracting high-value molecules (proteins, chitins, fatty acids) using green technologies like ultrasound, ohmic heating, and pulsed electric fields to enhance functional properties. Education : PhD (2015–2017, Federal University of Vicosa, Brazil), MSc (Agrocampus Ouest, France, 2009–2010; Universitat Jaume I, Spain, 2006–2007), BSc (Università Cattolica, Italy, 2003–2006). Research Trends : Recent publications highlight applications of green technologies to modify protein-polyphenol interactions, characterize gelatin from jellyfish by-products, and optimize plant protein emulsifying properties. Keywords include Food Science, Food Chemistry , and Biotechnology , with subfields spanning bioactive peptides, rheological properties, and sustainable processing . Projects : Casanova contributes to active initiatives like seaweed-derived bioactives (2025–2027) and SUSTAIN-A-BITE (2025–2028), alongside supervising PhD students investigating dairy proteins and insect-based ingredients. He also serves as an editor for International Journal of Biological Macromolecules (2025–2027). External Roles : Junior Project Leader at Nestlé Purina (2017–2018), Engineer at CNRS's Soft Matter Group (2010–2014). Teaching : Delivered guest lectures on food proteins and sustainable food systems at universities globally.

• Sustainable food processing
• Extraction of bioactive compounds
• Green technologies in food engineering
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Pernille Bjørn is a Professor in Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) at the Department of Computer Science , University of Copenhagen (DIKU), where she has been since May 2015. Her research investigates collaborative work practices to design cooperative technologies, focusing on domains like healthcare, global software development, startup companies, and digital fabrication. Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen Human-Centred Computing Section Research Interests : Bjørn’s work spans CSCW , Human-Computer Interaction , and Digital Fabrication , with applications in healthcare systems, cross-cultural software development, and inclusive technology design. She explores collaborative virtual reality training, FemTech, and crisis computing. ACM Distinguished Member (2024) Publications : Published in top venues like ACM Transactions on Computer-Human Interaction , CSCW , and CHI , her recent work examines hybrid work asymmetry, neurodiverse accessibility, and art-driven collaborative research.

• Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
• Human-Centered Computing
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Morten Ambye-Jensen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering at Aarhus University, specializing in biorefinery technology and sustainable protein production. His work focuses on optimizing green biorefining processes for agricultural residues to produce high-value products like biochar, proteins, and bio-based materials while minimizing environmental impact. Key research interests include: Development of integrated biorefinery systems for grasses and legumes Protein extraction from residual biomass for food and feed applications Life cycle assessment of bio-based technologies Waste-to-resource valorization strategies Climate-smart agricultural practices He leads or collaborates on major projects such as Green Valleys 2.0 (2023-2025) and ENTRANCE (2022-2025), which aim to create circular bioeconomies and reduce reliance on imported soybeans. His research also explores energy-efficient processing techniques and biochar applications in agriculture. Notable achievements include advancing fractionation technologies for alfalfa and grass-clover biomass, and demonstrating how pyrolysis integration can enhance biorefinery energy efficiency while producing valuable biochar.

• Biorefinery Technology
• Sustainable Protein Production
• Environmental Engineering
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Pooya Davari is a Professor and Head of the Section for Applied Power Electronic Systems at Aalborg University , Denmark. He leads the EMI/EMC in Power Electronics Research Group and serves as Vice Chair of the Energy Efficiency Mission. His research focuses on electromagnetic interference (EMI) and harmonic mitigation in power electronic systems, with over 200 publications and significant contributions to renewable energy integration. Education: B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Electronic Engineering (2004, 2008), Ph.D. in Power Electronics from Queensland University of Technology (2013) Prior Roles: Lecturer at QUT (2013–2014), Postdoc at AAU (2014) Research Interests: Harmonic and EMI analysis in grid-tied converters High power density converter design Signal processing for converter modeling Reliability of power electronic systems Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes EMI/EMC in renewable energy systems, wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN), and reliability modeling for EVs and hydrogen production via electrolysis. Sub-fields include converter topologies, grid integration challenges, and AI-driven diagnostics. Scientific Awards: Equinor 2022 Prize (Denmark’s oldest engineering award) IEEE EMC Society Young Professional Award (2020) World’s Top 2% Highly Cited Scientist (Stanford, 2021–2025) Multiple best paper awards (IEEE, Applied Sciences, etc.) Grants & Editorial Roles: Recipient of grants from Innovation Fund Denmark (Supra-EMC project), Horizon Europe (SOLARIS), and industry partnerships. Serves as Area Editor for IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification , Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics , and Editor-in-Chief of Circuit World Journal (2020–2025). Labs & Standards: Coordinator of the EMC Laboratory at Aalborg University. Member of IEC standardization Working Groups 6 and 8 (TC77A), focusing on EMC strategies for power grids.

• Harmonic and EMI analysis and mitigation in grid-tied converters
• Electromagnetic interference and compatibility
• High power density power electronic systems
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Christian Koch is a Professor and Head of Section at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) Civil and Architectural Engineering, Department of Technology and Innovation, where he leads research on construction industry dynamics, climate change mitigation, and digital transformation. His work bridges institutional theory with practical challenges in sustainable development and organizational innovation. SDU Climate Cluster EU SAND Project Participant Creative Construction Conference Chair Research interests include circular economy implementation, blockchain in construction logistics, lean construction methodologies, and AI applications for safety analysis. His studies focus on institutional entrepreneurship, interorganizational networks, and policy impacts on construction practices, particularly in Denmark and Sweden. Recent article trends analyze machine learning for accident report analysis, blockchain-enabled resource marketization, and climate-resilient infrastructure. Notable awards include the Taylor and Francis Best Theoretical Paper (2025), SCC Fast Track Award (2024), and CME Best Paper on Societal Challenges (2022). Scientific awards include: Taylor and Francis Best Theoretical Paper (2025) SCC Fast Track November 2024 CME Best Paper Transformative Impact (2022) Best Paper Creative Construction Conference (2025) He actively participates in public discourse through media engagements on construction safety, climate adaptation, and sustainable sand extraction for green transitions.

• Construction Industry
• Climate Change
• Engineering
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Birgir Norddahl is a Professor at the Department of Green Technology within the Faculty of Engineering , University of Southern Denmark (SDU). His research focuses on membrane technologies for sustainable processes in food and waste valorization, including biogas upgrading, anthocyanin extraction, and ammonia recovery from manure. Key projects: Probiofa (sustainable bioactives), GRoW (green reverse osmosis), ReUseWaste (nutrient recovery). Active in membrane-based solutions for biofuels, juices, and waste-to-resource systems. Research Interests revolve around membrane fouling, process intensification, and circular economy applications. His work integrates chemical engineering principles with environmental sustainability. Article Trends highlight advancements in: Anthocyanin recovery from berry pomace using enzymatic and membrane techniques. Biogas upgrading via membrane separation and microbial processes. Ammonia recovery from agricultural waste using membrane contactors. Process modeling for cost-effective waste valorization. Teaching includes courses on chemical process design and energy systems. He has supervised projects like TEK-ReUseWaste and XD-CPD1. Labs & Teams collaborate on membrane distillation, ultrafiltration, and biorefinery systems, notably with the Membrane Filtration Forum in Food Processing and the BIOREK® concept.

• Membrane Technology
• Biogas Processing
• Sustainable Chemical Engineering
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Knud Villy Christensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT), University of Southern Denmark (SDU), and serves as Head of Section for SDU-Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on Chemical Engineering with emphasis on Membrane Technology , Biofuels , and Biowaste Valorization . He is actively involved in projects targeting sustainable energy and resource recovery from agricultural and industrial waste streams. His work spans Membrane Separation Technology (e.g., membrane distillation for food processing), Chemical Reactor Engineering , and Mathematical Modeling of unit operations. Recent publications highlight his expertise in green extraction of natural compounds biocascade approaches for biomass valorization biofuel production optimization Christensen has supervised numerous internships and projects at institutions like Fjernvarme Fyn, Carlsberg A/S, and Biogas Clean. His current projects include SUSTEPS (sustainable biofuel scaling) and ReCaP (phosphorus recycling). His research aligns with environmental sustainability and industrial process intensification.

• Chemical Engineering
• Membrane Technology
• Biofuels
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Cejna Anna Quist-Jensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, affiliated with the Bioresources and Process Engineering Center and the Center for Membrane Technology. Her research focuses on membrane-based technologies for resource recovery, including minerals/metals and freshwater from unconventional sources like waste streams. She specializes in membrane distillation, membrane crystallization, electrodialysis, and forward osmosis. Education: PhD in Membrane Crystallization (Institute on Membrane Technology, ITM-CNR, 2016) and MSc in Chemical Engineering (2012). Key projects include BEYONDBATTREC (battery recycling), CORNERSTONE (water-energy-solute recovery), and EXBRINER (seawater brine resources). She teaches Integrated Process Modeling and supervises students across multiple semesters in water/wastewater treatment. Research interests span sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly clean water (SDG 6), affordable energy (SDG 7), and responsible consumption (SDG 12). Her work addresses industrial wastewater treatment, produced water management, and circular economy strategies. Notable contributions include advancements in 3D-printed membranes, percrystallization for zero liquid discharge, and lithium/magnesium recovery from brines. She actively participates in conferences and collaborates internationally on membrane technology innovations.

• Membrane Technology
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Resource Recovery
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