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Bernd DammannView profile

Associate Professor

• High-Performance Computing
• Scientific GPU Computing
• Parallel Programming
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Bernd Dammann is an Associate Professor in Scientific Computing at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) , Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science. In parallel he serves as Scientific Lead & Architect in the DTU Computing Center (DCC) and co-founded DTU’s GPUlab in 2007, giving him dual roles in both academic research and institutional HPC services. Education Dipl.Phys. in Statistical Physics, University of Mainz, 1992 PhD in Physical Chemistry, DTU, 1996 Research interests Over almost three decades Dammann has focused on computational methods for large-scale scientific problems. His core expertise lies in: High-Performance Computing and parallel programming paradigms (OpenMP, MPI, GPU) Scientific GPU computing and many-core architectures Application tuning and performance optimization for heterogeneous systems Uncertainty quantification, Monte-Carlo methods, and real-time control applications in biomedicine (diabetes technology) Ultrasound beamforming and advanced imaging techniques Publication trends His 34 publications (1996-2025) trace a clear evolution from theoretical physics and surface-science simulations to GPU-accelerated engineering and biomedical systems. Recent work clusters around real-time biomedical control (artificial pancreas, virtual clinical trials) and high-resolution ultrasound imaging, all leveraging GPU acceleration and high-performance computing to achieve real-time performance. Scientific awards & recognition Contributor to 1 patent family and widely downloaded technical reports (>10 k downloads for OpenCL tutorial) Consistently high citation counts on key optimization and control papers (e.g., 93 citations for 2014 Management Science article) Teaching, supervision & grants He teaches or co-teaches multiple DTU courses: High-Performance Computing , Large-scale Computations , Python & HPC , Mathematical Software , and HPC with FORTRAN . While individual students are not named, his role in GPUlab and DCC implies ongoing PhD and MSc supervision, and his projects list six active collaborations including EU and national HPC infrastructure grants. Labs & teams Dammann co-founded GPUlab (2007) and presently leads the HPC architecture team in the DTU Computing Center , a central facility supplying cluster resources to the entire university.

Flemming VestergaardView profile

Lecturer

• Building Information Modeling
• Information Delivery
• Construction ICT
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Flemming Vestergaard is an External Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he contributes to research and education in digital construction technologies. His work spans Building Information Modeling (BIM), information delivery systems, and simulation tools for sustainable building processes. Research Interests: His primary research areas include Building Information Modeling (BIM), OpenBIM, digital competencies in construction, and the integration of ICT in sustainable building processes. His work emphasizes practical implementation frameworks, such as modular LOD approaches and Information Delivery Manuals, aimed at improving efficiency and interoperability in construction projects. He also focuses on energy efficiency retrofits through Building Performance Simulation tools. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward applying BIM in both educational settings and real-world construction projects, with an emphasis on standardization, open data, and performance measurement. His work bridges academia and industry, particularly through EU and Nordic collaborative initiatives. Supervision and Projects: He has supervised PhD students, including T. F. Mondrup and R. Büchmann-Slorup, in projects related to BIM implementation and planning processes. He has led or participated in numerous research initiatives such as 'CAD morphology', 'Digitale kompetencer i byggeriet', and 'Measuring profit by using Open BIM', demonstrating sustained engagement in digital transformation in construction. Teaching and Activities: He has delivered guest lectures and external teaching activities, including at events like 'Det Digitale Byggeri' and the FSD Årsmøde, showcasing his role in knowledge dissemination beyond DTU.

Rikke AndersenView profile

Researcher

• Nutrition Technology
• Dietary Assessment Methods
• Vitamin D Research
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Rikke Andersen is a Senior Researcher at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in nutrition science with a focus on technology-driven dietary assessment methods, vitamin D research, and risk-benefit analysis of food. Her work spans human randomized controlled trials, cross-sectional studies, and educational program development targeting children and immigrant populations. Education: PhD, University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Health Sciences (2007) MSc, University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Science, Department of Organic Chemistry (Chemistry and Biology) (1995) Her research integrates nutrition technology with public health initiatives, emphasizing vitamin D fortification , child obesity prevention , and food literacy programs . Key projects include the EU-funded HealthyW8 (obesity prevention), GrowBot Universe (STEM education), and Ha(c)k Dit Grønt (dietary habit improvement), utilizing interdisciplinary approaches combining biology, technology, and behavioral science. She has led large-scale RCTs like ODIN and VitmaD examining vitamin D status in diverse populations. Scientific Contributions: Member of Nordic Nutrition Recommendations (NNR2022) Committee Scientific evaluator for Danish Food Administration and EFSA sub-groups Peer reviewer for systematic reviews on Vitamin D Active contributor to UN Sustainable Development Goals (Zero Hunger, Good Health) Andersen supervises PhD, master's, and bachelor's students while leading 11 major research projects funded by EU, Novo Nordisk Fonden, and Nordea-fonden. Her work translates into national food policies, including advocacy for vitamin D fortification in bread and dairy products. She directs intervention studies examining dietary impacts on bone health, cardiometabolic markers, and school performance in children.

Negin YousefiView profile

Research Fellow

• Chemical Engineering
• Food Engineering
• Bio-manufacturing
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Negin Yousefi is a Research Fellow at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark, specializing in Food Production Engineering. Her research contributes to sustainable food production and aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals through interdisciplinary engineering approaches. Her primary research interests include Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering, Bio-manufacturing, Process Development, Multi-scale Modeling, and Scalability. She applies computational and systems engineering methodologies to optimize food production workflows, enhance resource efficiency, and address scalability challenges in industrial biomanufacturing contexts. Her recent publication introduces a unified multi-scale strategy for bio-manufacturing process development, demonstrating integration of modeling frameworks across operational scales. This work emphasizes scalable solutions through computer-aided process engineering techniques to bridge laboratory innovations with industrial implementation in food technology. No information is available regarding student advising or research grants. She is actively affiliated with the Research Group for Food Production Engineering at the National Food Institute, collaborating on cutting-edge projects that advance food production engineering through cross-disciplinary research and technology transfer initiatives.

Niels DechowView profile

Professor

• Management Accounting
• Organizational Theory
• Cost Accounting
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Niels Dechow serves as a Professor at Aalborg University's Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities in Denmark, specializing in management accounting and organizational theory. His research directly impacts business economics, trade management, and performance measurement systems, with strong ties to enterprise resource planning and interorganizational dynamics. Based at Fibigerstræde campus locations in Aalborg Øst, he maintains active engagement in both academic and industry spheres through frequent public speaking and media contributions. His educational credentials include a BSc, ZEM, MSc, and PhD, though specific institutions and dates remain unspecified in available documentation. These qualifications underpin his expertise in complex financial systems and organizational behavior. Dechow's research portfolio demonstrates exceptional breadth across business and social sciences. Core interests include: Management Accounting and Cost Accounting frameworks Organizational Theory and Management Control Systems Performance Management and Measurement methodologies Enterprise Risk Management strategies Interorganizational Relations and Coopetition dynamics Actor Network Theory and Practice Theory applications Recent publications reveal a pronounced shift toward practical implementation of management accounting concepts. His 2022 output particularly emphasizes digital transformation in business operations, foundational management accounting principles, and performance measurement systems. The book 'Digitale Transformation managen' specifically addresses how digital technologies reshape enterprise resource planning and strategic control mechanisms, while his educational notes dissect budgeting processes and performance metrics with actionable insights. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Professional activities show significant peer review contributions for Danish research funding bodies and extensive industry engagement through corporate presentations. His talks cover critical business topics including sustainability implementation, leadership team restructuring (focusing on CEO/CFO/CHRO dynamics), and generational transition economics. However, no doctoral student supervision or research grant administration details were specified. Available information does not indicate involvement with specific research laboratories or dedicated academic teams.

Erling JensenView profile

Associate Professor

• Business Intelligence
• Management Accounting
• Strategic Information Systems
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Erling Jensen is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University Business School within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His academic focus lies in Business Intelligence , Management Accounting , and University-Industry Collaboration , particularly in applying data-driven solutions to public sector and SME challenges. Key Research Areas : Business Intelligence, SME financial strategies, strategic information systems, and public sector economics. Notable Projects : Research on Time-Driven ABC for SMEs (2011), strategic management information using monetary and non-monetary indicators, and Business Intelligence implementation in Danish universities. Recent Publications : 2019 article on Business Intelligence success criteria in universities, 2018 study on BI effectiveness in Danish higher education, and 2011 analysis of ABC relevance for SMEs. Professional Engagement : Active in committees like the Educational Committee for Finance and Administration programs at University College Nordjylland, and provided lectures on municipal budgets and accounting.

• Fecal Microbiota Transplantation
• Clinical Immunology
• Hepatitis C
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Dorte Kinggaard Holm is a researcher at the University of Southern Denmark's Faculty of Health Sciences , Department of Clinical Research, and affiliated with the Research Unit of Clinical Immunology at Odense University Hospital (OUH). She actively contributes to clinical immunology, microbiology, and infectious disease research. Research Focus: Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT), Hepatitis C elimination, tick-borne diseases, and cardiovascular allograft banking. Collaborations: Engaged in Nordic Microbiota Meeting, ISBT Barcelona 2024, and IPFA/PEI international workshops. Teaching: Conducts specialized courses on microbiological donor screening, cellular therapy, and vascular allograft production. Projects: Key participant in Emergency Room Testing for Hepatitis C and Eliminating Hepatitis C in Southern Denmark . Her recent publications focus on antimicrobial susceptibility testing, FMT applications in autoimmune disease, and tick-borne pathogen surveillance in blood donors. She emphasizes practical implementation of biobank systems and infection control in tissue grafts.

• Psychiatry
• Mental Health
• Patient-Reported Outcome Measures
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Maria Adele Bonde is a researcher at Aalborg University Hospital, affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry. Her work focuses on patient-reported outcome measures, implementation science, and psychiatric care quality improvement in Denmark. Research interests include: Integration of patient-reported outcomes in mental health systems Shared decision-making in psychiatric care Iterative implementation processes Publications (2017–2022) center on optimizing patient-reported outcome measures in Danish psychiatric hospitals, with keywords spanning qualitative studies, observational research, and clinical registries. She has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on projects addressing mental health care delivery and is active in translational research.

Anders HorsbølView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Communication
• Political Communication
• Discourse Analysis
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Anders Horsbøl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication and Psychology within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Aalborg University . His research focuses on dialogue, participation, and citizen engagement in areas like environment/climate, politics, health , and green transition , grounded in communication theory, philosophy, discourse analysis , and media studies . Research Interests: Environmental and political communication Discourse analysis of climate and energy conflicts Mediated organizational communication Citizen participation in sustainability initiatives Multimodal discourse analysis Recent Article Trends: His publications (2020-2025) examine carbon capture debates , green imaginaries , energy transition conflicts , and participatory frameworks , with keywords spanning climate change, media studies, citizen engagement , and discourse analysis . Sub-fields include environmental conflict resolution, Power-to-X technology , and stakeholder communication . Projects: Current roles include Principal Investigator in DEEP (2024-2025) and COPPER (2024-2026), focusing on community collaboration in energy parks and citizen energy planning . His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for climate action and sustainable communities.

• International Relations
• Small State Foreign Policy
• International Security
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Anders Wivel is a Professor of International Relations at the Department of Political Science, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on small state foreign policy, power politics, and international security with particular emphasis on how smaller countries navigate great power dynamics. Currently leads the European International Studies Association's 'Small States in World Politics' section Head of University of Copenhagen's contribution to EU-funded CEE Security Hub project Active member of Global Research Network on Peaceful Change (GRENPEC) Wivel's work combines theoretical engagement with neoclassical realism and empirical analyses of specific foreign policy decisions, including Denmark's military engagements in Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq. His recent publications examine: EU's soft balancing governance model Role of international organizations in peaceful change Small state leadership in global norm-setting Historical legacies shaping Danish foreign policy Strategic adaptations to multipolarity He maintains active engagement with policy practice through media commentary and involvement in parliamentary commissions, while also contributing to academic discourse through numerous book publications and collaborative research projects.

Rasmus AagaardView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Emergency Medicine
• Critical Care Medicine
• Point-of-Care Ultrasound
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Rasmus Aagaard is a Clinical Associate Professor at Aarhus University's Faculty of Health Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. His research focuses on emergency medicine applications of point-of-care ultrasound, resuscitation science, and critical care diagnostics. Primary Affiliation: Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University Department: Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Research Pillars: Emergency Ultrasound, Cardiac Arrest, Pulmonary Embolism Key research areas include: Teleultrasound implementation in critical care Prospective cohort studies for respiratory failure prediction Randomized controlled trials evaluating ultrasound-guided diagnostic pathways Development of scoring systems for critical care His publications span method validation studies, systematic reviews, and clinical trials with significant applications in emergency departments and critical care settings.

Juan Antonio Mayoral Díaz-AsensioView profile

Associate Professor

• Law and Politics
• Judicial Politics
• EU Law
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Juan Antonio Mayoral Díaz-Asensio is Ramón y Cajal Researcher at Carlos III University of Madrid and Associate Professor on leave from the University of Copenhagen, where he remains affiliated as External Researcher with iCourts – Centre of Excellence for International Courts and Governance. His research examines the Europeanization of national judicial systems and its impact on EU/national policy-making, particularly in sovereignty-sensitive domains (healthcare, taxation, social rights). Education: PhD in Political and Social Sciences (European University Institute & CEACS-Juan March Institute) MA in Democracy and Governance (Autonomous University of Madrid, 2009) BA in Law (2004), Philosophy (2005), Political Science & Administration (2006) Research Focus: Integrates socio-legal, political science, and empirical methodologies to analyze: Judicial politics in EU integration processes Cross-border judicial cooperation mechanisms Quantitative/qualitative analysis of court behaviors Comparative regional governance models Public trust in supranational courts Publication Trends: Recent works demonstrate strong focus on sovereignty conflicts in international courts, empirical methodologies in legal studies, crisis-driven judicial entrepreneurship, and legitimacy dynamics of human rights adjudication, employing mixed-method approaches across law/political science. Awards: 2017 Best Article Prize from Revista Internacional de Sociología (2019) Best Thesis Prize for "The Politics of Judging EU Law" (ex aequo, 2015) Academic Leadership: Coordinates doctoral training in empirical legal methods and chairs the ECPR's Law and Courts Standing Group. Leads projects at iCourts examining judicial trust-building in international tribunals.

• Sustainability Transitions
• Environmental Planning
• Renewable Energy Technology
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Mark Edward Booker Nielsen is a Research Fellow at the Department of People and Technology, Roskilde University, Denmark. His work focuses on sustainability transitions and environmental planning, particularly examining the deployment of centralized biogas plants in Denmark. Research interests include: Sustainability transitions in energy systems Policy implementation and regulatory challenges Project lifecycle analysis for renewable energy infrastructure Addressing economic, administrative, and ecological barriers to biogas adoption His publications analyze longitudinal case studies of biogas projects, highlighting critical factors affecting their success across conceptualization, planning, and execution phases. He contributes to understanding how national policies interact with local-level drivers and obstacles in sustainable energy development. Contact: mebn@ruc.dk

• Health Inequality
• Healthcare Institutions
• Patient Pathways
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Trine Schifter Larsen serves as Associate Professor in the Department of People and Technology at Roskilde University, maintaining a concurrent part-time position at Amager og Hvidovre Hospital's Clinical Research Center. Her dual institutional affiliation bridges academic research with clinical healthcare delivery, focusing on critical analysis of healthcare systems and patient experiences. Her research centers on health inequality production within healthcare institutions , examining how political concepts like participation and inclusion manifest in clinical practices. Specializing in sociomaterial ethnography , she investigates sleep patterns in elderly rehabilitation, medical technology implementation, and interprofessional collaboration—particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her methodological approach emphasizes contextual emergence of practices through interactions between language, bodies, and artifacts. Larsen's publication portfolio reveals consistent thematic focus across recent articles: health disparities for ethnically minoritized patients (2023-2024), sleep as a social-medical phenomenon in geriatric care (2021-2025), and innovative healthcare space design through community collaboration (2025). Her work frequently employs mixed-methods and ethnographic designs to uncover systemic inequities. As an educator, she supervises bachelor's and master's students while leading projects like VORES: Welfare and Relations - A Health Project and the Byens Haver residential health assessment. Her hospital-based action research examines clinical workflows and emotional risk management, demonstrating commitment to translating research into practice improvements.

Albert SchliesserView profile

Professor

• Quantum Optomechanics
• Cavity Optomechanics
• Quantum Measurement
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Albert Schliesser is a Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where he leads research in Quantum Optics and Photonics within the Faculty of Science. His work focuses on quantum optomechanical systems, particularly membrane-based devices operating at the quantum limit. He maintains an active research program with over 76 publications, primarily in high-impact journals including Nature, Physical Review Letters, and Optica. Professor Schliesser's research centers on quantum optomechanics, with specific expertise in cavity optomechanical systems , quantum measurement techniques , and quantum information processing using mechanical resonators . His group develops advanced optomechanical platforms including membrane-in-the-middle systems, soft-clamped membranes, and optomechanical crystals. Recent work demonstrates breakthroughs in quantum squeezing , ground-state cooling , and quantum memory for light , pushing the boundaries of quantum control in macroscopic mechanical systems. His research bridges fundamental quantum physics with potential applications in quantum sensing and quantum information technologies. His publication record shows consistent output in top journals, with recent work (2023-2025) focusing on quantum squeezing techniques, topological phononics, quantum memory implementation, and advanced optomechanical transducers. The research demonstrates strong international collaboration, with publications featuring co-authors from multiple countries and institutions. His work has generated significant attention, with several papers picked up by major news outlets and widely shared on academic social networks. Professor Schliesser leads the SLab research group (https://slab.nbi.dk), which specializes in experimental quantum optomechanics. The group operates advanced cryogenic and optical setups for studying mechanical systems at the quantum limit, with particular emphasis on membrane-based platforms that operate from room temperature to milliKelvin environments. Current research directions include quantum-enhanced sensing, quantum state engineering of mechanical oscillators, and developing optomechanical interfaces for quantum networks.