Abid Hussain serves as Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School's Department of Digitalization, specializing in the convergence of digital technologies and organizational practices with emphasis on data-driven solutions and privacy-centric systems development. His research portfolio spans: Design Science in Information Systems Big Social Data and Big Data Analytics Enterprise Software Development (web, database, desktop solutions) Privacy by Design frameworks and data protection tools He has engineered solutions for data collection, transformation, and analytics pipelines alongside enterprise system integrations involving API security, document sharing, and WSDL protocols. Publication trends (2018-2025) reveal consistent innovation in privacy-preserving technologies (blockchain-based access control), immersive educational tools (VR classrooms), and multilingual social analytics. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary impact across computational social science, business informatics, and public health through event management systems, climate psychology studies, and interorganizational data sharing frameworks.
Jelle Pieter Bruineberg serves as a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Humanities, where he is affiliated with the Center for Subjectivity Research. His academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at Macquarie University, Eindhoven University of Technology, Amsterdam University Medical Centre, and the University of Amsterdam. PhD in Philosophy (2018), University of Amsterdam MSc Brain and Cognitive Sciences (2014), University of Amsterdam MA Philosophy (2014), University of Amsterdam BA Philosophy (2011), University of Amsterdam BSc Physics and Astronomy (2010), University of Amsterdam Bruineberg's research integrates embodied cognitive science with philosophical and phenomenological approaches to attention. His work examines how digital technologies mediate attentional processes through frameworks including ecological psychology, enactive cognition, and predictive processing theories. He investigates the philosophical commitments of predictive-processing models and the free energy principle, with recent focus on the attention economy's cognitive foundations. His publications from 2023-2025 reveal a concentrated research trajectory exploring attention mechanisms in digital environments, ecological psychology's theoretical pluralism, and adversarial inference models. These works demonstrate interdisciplinary connections between cognitive science, philosophy of mind, and digital media studies. Research Field Leader, The Australian Research Report (2021) Research Field Leader, The Australian Research Report (2022) Bruineberg teaches Introduction to Cognitive Science, Philosophy of Cognition, and Topics in Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen, while supervising MA theses. His previous teaching includes Theoretical Philosophy and Philosophy of Cognition courses at the University of Amsterdam. His research collaborations span multiple countries as indicated by his international publication record and network visualization data.
Sofia Kälvemark Sporrong serves as an Associate Professor at the Section of Social and Clinical Pharmacy within the Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. Her institutional affiliation is clearly established through her university email address (sofia.sporrong@sund.ku.dk), ORCID profile (0000-0001-5848-8625), and physical address at Universitetsparken 2, 2100 Copenhagen Ø. Her research focuses on pharmaceutical policy and pharmacy practice, with specific expertise in Swedish pharmacy market re-regulation effects and communication dynamics in pharmacy settings. Teaching responsibilities include communication in pharmacy practice, social science research methods, and healthcare ethics. Her scholarly output demonstrates strong engagement with drug utilization research methodologies and ethical dimensions of pharmaceutical care. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2024) reveals a consistent focus on qualitative approaches to understanding healthcare communication, patient perspectives on data sharing, and environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals. Key thematic clusters include medication decision-making processes, hospital discharge complexities, and innovative drug delivery systems like 3D printing for personalized medicine. Professional activities include significant involvement in Nordic Social Pharmacy conferences, where she has served as both organizer (2009, 2019) and presenter. Her collaborative network spans multiple European institutions, particularly evident in pharmacoepidemiology and antibiotic stewardship projects.
Kristi Anne Kohlmeier is an Associate Professor in the Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on the neurobiology of drug addiction and CNS control of states of arousal and sleep, with significant contributions to understanding the neural mechanisms underlying these complex processes. Education: PhD in Neuroscience, University of California at Los Angeles, USA CPhil in Neuroscience, University of California at Los Angeles, USA BA in Marine Biology and Cinematic Studies (Double Major), University of California at Berkeley, USA Research Interests: Dr. Kohlmeier's laboratory investigates the neurobiological mechanisms underlying arousal states, with particular emphasis on how inappropriate levels of arousal relate to drug addiction behaviors and sleep disorders. Her addiction research examines how drugs of abuse excite neural areas involved in arousal, with the goal of identifying targets to diminish drug reward and facilitate abstinence, operating on the principle that addiction is a disease of the brain, not a personal choice. In sleep research, her work elucidates the neuroactive chemicals involved in mediation of sleep and arousal states, while also investigating changes in sleep patterning associated with depression and stress. Research Trends: Dr. Kohlmeier's recent publications (2025) demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach spanning migraine models, cerebellar ataxia, prenatal stress effects on dopaminergic systems, CGRP mechanisms in serotonergic neurons, and novel treatments for trigeminal neuralgia. Her work consistently bridges basic neurophysiology with potential clinical applications, particularly in addiction and neurological disorders. Funding: Philip Morris External Research Program - 1.4 million DKK Novo Foundation - 150,000 DKK Technical Expertise: Dr. Kohlmeier's laboratory utilizes advanced techniques including Patch Clamp Electrophysiology in brain slices and Immunohistochemistry to investigate neural mechanisms at cellular and molecular levels, providing critical insights into the physiological basis of arousal states and their dysregulation in disease conditions.
Claus Beier is a Professor at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. His research concentrates on ecosystem responses to air pollution and climate change, with particular focus on impacts on ecosystem functioning and feedback to the atmosphere. He has extensive experience using ecosystem manipulation approaches to understand these complex interactions. His primary research interests include biogeochemical cycling in terrestrial ecosystems, ecosystem functioning, climate change impacts on ecosystems, extreme events, and experimental design. Beier has made significant contributions to understanding how terrestrial ecosystems respond to multiple stressors including elevated CO 2 , drought, and warming through long-term experimental studies. Beier's research has evolved to focus increasingly on extreme climate events and their impacts on ecosystem functioning. His work often involves large-scale collaborative efforts, most notably through the VILLUM foundation Centre of Excellence CLIMAITE, where the University of Copenhagen, DTU, and AU collaborated to investigate multifactor climate change impacts on shrubland ecosystems. VILLUM foundation Centre of Excellence CLIMAITE Center for Skov og LAndskab (Chair since 2015) Geocenter Danmark (Member 2015-2020) COST action - ClimMani (Chair 2014-2018) His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on climate change impacts across multiple ecosystem types, with recent work examining tree mortality in California forests using advanced remote sensing and deep learning techniques, drought impacts on grasslands and shrublands, and nutrient cycling responses to multifactor climate change.
Jeremy Ewan Turnbull is a Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Copenhagen, where he leads research in the Glycomics Program. His work focuses on the structure and function of glycosaminoglycans, particularly heparan sulfate, and their roles in various biological processes including immune response and viral infection. Professor Turnbull's research spans glycomics, structural biology, and virology with particular emphasis on heparan sulfate-protein interactions. His work investigates how these complex carbohydrates interact with chemokines, growth factors, and viral proteins including SARS-CoV-2. He has made significant contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms by which glycosaminoglycans influence immune cell recruitment, tissue repair, and viral pathogenesis. His interdisciplinary approach combines biochemical, structural, and virological techniques to elucidate fundamental biological processes with therapeutic implications. Analysis of Professor Turnbull's recent publications (2020-2023) reveals a strong focus on the intersection of glycobiology and virology, particularly regarding SARS-CoV-2. His research has demonstrated how heparan sulfate serves as an attachment point for the virus and how compounds like heparin and synthetic mimetics can block infection. His work spans structural analysis of carbohydrate-protein interactions, antiviral drug development, and fundamental glycobiology, with publications appearing in high-impact journals including Cell Reports , ACS Central Science , and Science Advances . Professor Turnbull maintains an active research program with substantial collaborative networks, as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship across multiple institutions. His work has attracted significant attention in the scientific community, with numerous citations and media coverage across multiple news outlets and social media platforms. The practical implications of his research for developing antiviral therapeutics are reflected in patent references and real-world applications. Based at the University of Copenhagen's facilities at Blegdamsvej 3 in Copenhagen, Professor Turnbull leads a research group within the Glycomics Program that utilizes advanced biochemical and structural techniques. His laboratory appears well-integrated into the international scientific community, with collaborations spanning multiple countries and disciplines, contributing to both fundamental understanding of glycosaminoglycan biology and potential clinical applications.
Davide Placido is a Guest Researcher at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on applying artificial intelligence and data science methodologies to solve critical problems in healthcare, particularly in cancer detection, disease trajectory analysis, and predictive medicine. Dr. Placido's research interests span several key areas in medical data science: Artificial intelligence applications in healthcare systems Medical record data mining for early disease detection Disease trajectory modeling and analysis Pancreatic cancer prediction using deep learning algorithms Cardiovascular disease classification through machine learning Predictive models for ICU admission and patient outcomes His research has demonstrated significant impact, with publications in high-impact journals including Nature Medicine, The Lancet Oncology, and The Lancet Digital Health. His work on pancreatic cancer prediction published in Nature Medicine has received over 170 citations and has been featured in numerous news outlets, highlighting its clinical relevance and potential to transform cancer screening approaches. Dr. Placido is actively involved in collaborative research projects, particularly within the Brunak Group, working with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for healthcare challenges. His research has attracted attention from both academic and clinical communities, with several of his publications being widely disseminated through social media and news coverage.
Sebastian Jannick Muderspach is a Guest Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His work centers on structural and functional analysis of carbohydrate-active enzymes, with expertise in lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs) and galactanases. Affiliated with the Lo Leggio research group, he utilizes X-ray crystallography and protein engineering to investigate enzyme mechanisms. His research interests focus on enzyme structure-function relationships , particularly in polysaccharide degradation systems. Key areas include the histidine brace motif in copper-dependent oxygenases, substrate binding dynamics in GH53 galactanases, and engineering thermostable variants for industrial applications. His work bridges fundamental enzymology with biocatalyst development for biomass conversion. Analysis of his 9 publications (2019-2023) reveals a consistent focus on structural enzymology of carbohydrate-active proteins , with dominant subfields including LPMO mechanisms (AA9/AA13 families), GH53 galactanase engineering, and copper coordination chemistry. His most cited works address oxidative cellulose degradation and high-resolution structural insights into catalytic histidine residues. PhD in Chemistry (2023) from University of Copenhagen ORCID: 0000-0002-7032-6941 Muderspach collaborates extensively with structural biology groups across Europe, particularly with Prof. Lo Leggio's team. His research leverages X-ray crystallography, mutagenesis, and biochemical assays to characterize enzyme mechanisms. Current work emphasizes protein engineering for improved biocatalysts in biomass processing, with applications in sustainable biofuel production.
Kathrine Louise Jensen is a Guest Researcher in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on neuropharmacology, particularly examining dopamine systems, G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), and pain mechanisms. Dr. Jensen's research interests span multiple areas of neuroscience with a particular emphasis on: Neuropharmacology of dopamine systems and GPCRs Mechanisms of pain processing and development of novel analgesics Psychostimulant addiction and treatment approaches Neurogenetics and dopamine transporter function Peripheral vs central nervous system drug targeting Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on PICK1 protein inhibition for pain management, GPCR signaling in dopamine neurons, and mechanisms underlying addiction. She has made significant contributions to understanding how peripheral targeting of proteins like PICK1 can ameliorate pain without central side effects, and how GPCRs in dopamine neurons regulate fundamental behaviors like food and water intake. Her 2024 Cell Reports paper on the GPCR atlas in dopamine neurons represents a major contribution to understanding the molecular landscape of these critical neural circuits. Dr. Jensen has been actively collaborating with researchers across multiple institutions, as evidenced by her co-authorship on numerous high-impact publications in journals such as Cell Reports, JCI Insight, and EMBO Molecular Medicine. Her work shows strong translational potential for developing novel treatments for pain conditions and substance use disorders, with several publications picked up by news outlets and referenced in policy sources.
Stefano De Dominicis serves as Associate Professor in Sport and Health Psychology at the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports (NEXS) within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. Joined NEXS in November 2017 after holding positions at LUISS University of Rome, California State University San Marcos, University of Lausanne, Claremont Graduate University, and Sapienza University of Rome. Licensed Sport and Clinical Psychologist with specialization in Metacognitive Interpersonal Therapy and Cognitive-Behavior Therapy. Educational background includes: Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Sapienza University of Rome (2014) Psychotherapist certification in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy from PTS-Psicoterapia Training School (2020) Research focuses on leveraging psychological processes to enhance athletic/non-athletic performance, examining exercise engagement motivations, and analyzing sport's impact on cognition and behavior. Key areas include: Behavior change for healthy lifestyles using technology Third Generation Coaching methodologies Stress management in high-performance contexts Youth talent development systems His work bridges sport psychology with broader applications in business and performance arts. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on green exercise benefits, workplace wellness programs, and coaching innovation. Articles consistently integrate environmental psychology with practical interventions, showing methodological progression from theoretical frameworks to randomized controlled trials. Dominant subfields include restorative environment assessment, menopausal health interventions, and flood risk coping strategies. Teaching portfolio includes: Bachelor courses: Sport Psychology and Identity; Coaching and Team Development Master's course: Psychology of Competitive Sports Ph.D. supervision on environmental impacts on exercise engagement and sport psychometrics Actively conducts applied work through individual/group coaching (50 hours/year) and guest lectures at University of Rome 'Foro Italico' (10 hours/year), maintaining strict separation from university duties.
Emil List Præstholm Larsen serves as an Assistant lecturer within the Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His academic profile bridges health sciences and metabolic research despite departmental alignment with immunological disciplines. Primary research domains include: Endocrine regulation of metabolic processes Diabetes pathophysiology and biomarkers Oxidative stress mechanisms in disease Clinical pharmacology of hormonal interventions Immunometabolic interactions Advanced metabolite analysis techniques Dr. Larsen's scholarly contributions demonstrate consistent focus on translational metabolism research, particularly hormonal effects on lipid/glucose metabolism (2025), glucocorticoid impacts on coagulation (2023), and oxidative nucleic acid damage in diabetes (2022). His methodological expertise spans UPLC-MS/MS quantification, ELISA-based biomarker detection, and randomized clinical trial design within metabolic endocrinology. His three recent publications in high-impact journals—including the American Journal of Physiology and Biomedicines—reflect active engagement in metabolic disease research. Professional correspondence may be directed to e.list.larsen@sund.ku.dk at the University of Copenhagen's Blegdamsvej campus.
Hiraku Morita serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen, actively contributing to the Machine Learning research group. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical secure computation applications, focusing on protocol efficiency and privacy preservation in data analysis. His research interests prominently feature Cryptography , Secure Multi-Party Computation , and Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning , with specialized expertise in card-based cryptographic systems and secret-sharing methodologies. He investigates foundational protocols for secure data processing while optimizing computational rounds and resource constraints in privacy-sensitive environments. Recent publications reveal a distinct trajectory toward practical cryptographic implementations for machine learning tasks, particularly in developing constant-round evaluation techniques for decision trees and novel card-based gate protocols. These contributions address critical challenges in balancing security guarantees with computational feasibility in distributed settings. As a core member of the University of Copenhagen's Machine Learning research group, Dr. Morita collaborates extensively with international researchers including Takaaki Mizuki, Koji Tozawa, and A. Mitrokotsa, advancing the field through both theoretical innovations and applied cryptographic solutions.
Jonas L. Isaksen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Biomedical Sciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on the physiology of circulation, kidney and lung, with particular emphasis on cardiometabolic research using advanced data analysis techniques. Dr. Isaksen's research interests span several interconnected domains: Application of machine learning and deep learning models for electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis Development of explainable AI approaches in cardiology Epidemiological studies using large Danish registers and population data Identification of novel associations in the cardiometabolic domain Creation of synthetic ECG data for open science in medical AI His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on applying artificial intelligence to cardiac diagnostics, with recent work spanning ECG analysis for dementia prediction, atrial fibrillation management, and mortality risk assessment. His 2025 publications particularly highlight methodological advances in ECG reconstruction and validation frameworks for AI-enabled medical tests. Dr. Isaksen has received recognition for his work, including the EliteForsk Rejsestipendium in 2021. As an educator, Dr. Isaksen teaches at all academic levels (BSc, MSc, and PhD), welcoming students interested in his research areas. His work is situated within the research group focused on 'Physiology of circulation, kidney and lung' at the University of Copenhagen.
Marianne Nissen Lund is a Professor of Food Chemistry at the Department of Food Science, University of Copenhagen, where she leads the Food Proteins Research Group within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. She has been affiliated with the university since 2004, with a brief industrial postdoc at Novozymes (2011-2013). Appointed as associate professor in 2012, she received a joint appointment with the Department of Biomedical Sciences in 2015 to bridge food and health sciences, and was promoted to Professor of Food Chemistry in 2019. Since 2022, she has been part of the leadership of UCPH Forward, the university's talent management program. Her educational background includes an MSc in Food Science and Technology (cand. techn. al.) from The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University (KVL) with a focus on food chemistry, followed by a PhD awarded in December 2007. Professor Lund's research focuses on understanding the chemical mechanisms that impact food quality and stability, with primary expertise in protein oxidation, Maillard reactions, and polyphenol-protein interactions. The Food Proteins Group employs a cross-disciplinary approach combining advanced analytical chemistry, biochemistry techniques, and data science to address fundamental challenges in food science. Their work aims to develop sustainable and healthy food designs by understanding chemical interactions between food components during production and storage. Of particular interest is the inhibition and control of protein modifications that cause deterioration of food quality and may induce inflammatory responses. Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a strong emphasis on protein modifications in food systems, particularly examining how processing affects protein structure and functionality. There is significant focus on infant nutrition, plant-based alternatives, and the development of analytical methods to quantify protein modifications. Her work effectively bridges fundamental food chemistry with practical applications in food design, nutrition, and health. Among her scientific recognitions, she was awarded the IMS International Prize for Meat Science and Technology in 2007, which received considerable media attention with coverage by 58 news outlets, blog posts, and social media mentions. Professor Lund leads multiple major research initiatives including the SEEDFOOD project (2022-2027, Novo Nordisk Foundation) focused on plant seed proteins for sustainable foods, the INFANT-I project (2018-2022) on infant formula development, the INSITUQUANT project (2018-2022) on protein modification quantification, and the ICOM project (2018-2023) on controlling Maillard reactions in dairy. She maintains strong industry collaborations with partners like Arla Foods and academic institutions worldwide. The Food Proteins Research Group operates state-of-the-art facilities including (Ultra) High Performance Liquid Chromatography equipment, Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry, various spectroscopy systems, and specialized equipment for food analysis. The group follows a hypothetico-deductive approach to experimental design and works closely with the food industry to translate fundamental knowledge into practical applications for sustainable food production.
Juleen R Zierath is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, where she leads the Zierath Group at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research (CBMR). Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic diseases, particularly diabetes and insulin resistance. Professor Zierath's research interests center on skeletal muscle metabolism, circadian regulation of metabolic processes, and the molecular basis of insulin resistance. Her work bridges basic science with clinical applications, investigating how exercise, circadian rhythms, and metabolic pathways interact to influence cardiometabolic health. Current research explores time-of-day effects on exercise metabolism, molecular signatures of diabetes, and the role of specific transcription factors in metabolic regulation. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on molecular and cellular mechanisms of metabolism, with particular emphasis on skeletal muscle as a key metabolic tissue. Her work spans from basic molecular studies to translational research with clinical implications for diabetes treatment. The research employs advanced techniques including phosphoproteomics, metabolomics, and in vitro and in vivo models to understand metabolic regulation. Professor Zierath maintains an active research program with extensive collaborations, as evidenced by her numerous high-impact publications in top-tier journals including Cell, Nature Metabolism, PNAS, and Cell Metabolism. Her work has significant implications for understanding the pathophysiology of metabolic diseases and developing targeted interventions. The Zierath Group operates within the CBMR at the University of Copenhagen, a leading research center focused on basic metabolic research with translational potential. The group utilizes state-of-the-art methodologies to investigate metabolic regulation at molecular, cellular, and organismal levels, with particular focus on skeletal muscle metabolism and its role in metabolic health and disease.
