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• Jurisprudence
• Legal Theory
• Law and Animals
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Dr. Edward Mussawir serves as Senior Lecturer at Griffith Law School, Griffith University, and was a Member of the Law Futures Centre (2011-2024). His academic profile centers on critical jurisprudence, with distinctive contributions to animal legal personhood, Deleuzian legal theory, and Roman law continuities. As Managing Editor of the Griffith Law Review since 2012, he shapes legal scholarship discourse while actively supervising doctoral research. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor of Laws with Honours (University of Melbourne, 2003) Master of Laws (University of Melbourne, 2005) Doctor of Philosophy (University of Melbourne, 2009) Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne, 2003) Dr. Mussawir's research interrogates juridical boundaries through three interconnected strands: (1) animal legal personhood (exemplified by his 2024 monograph Creatures of Jurisprudence analyzing bears/bees as 'juridical species'), (2) Deleuze-inspired an-archic jurisprudence challenging state-centric legal order, and (3) spatial justice frameworks derived from Kafka and Roman law. His work consistently bridges historical analysis with contemporary legal theory to expose anthropocentrism in legal systems. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals accelerating impact in animal law and Deleuze studies, with 2025 works extending his 'juridical species' concept to human rights theory. The 2024 book generated significant scholarly engagement (evidenced by Mendeley readership and Wikipedia references), while earlier Roman law analyses (2017-2022) established methodological foundations for his current projects. Dr. Mussawir maintains active doctoral supervision as Principal Supervisor for two candidates exploring Kelsenian international law and phenomenological jurisprudence, building on his completed supervision of Woolaston's human-wildlife conflict thesis. His 2013-2014 Griffith University grant on Savigny/Thomas demonstrates sustained interest in jurisprudential lineages. As Managing Editor of the Griffith Law Review , he provides crucial publication pathways for emerging legal scholarship while advancing his research agenda through editorial curation.

• Accounting Education
• Employee Voice
• Gender Budgeting
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Professor Joan Ballantine serves as Professor of Accounting in the Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics at Ulster University Business School. Based at both Belfast campus (Room BC-09-215, 2-24 York Street) and Jordanstown Campus (Shore Road), she maintains an active research profile with an h-index of 19 and 1,298 citations according to Scopus metrics. Her academic leadership extends across multiple research initiatives addressing critical issues in accounting practice and gender equality. Professor Ballantine's research centers on accounting education , employee voice mechanisms in professional service firms (particularly the Big 4 accounting organizations), and gender budgeting as a tool for promoting equality. Her work demonstrates strong alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 5 (Gender Equality) and Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). Recent projects examine ethical dilemmas in tax practice, organizational decision-making, and the educational environment, often with specific focus on the Irish context. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a growing emphasis on sustainability in accounting education, employee voice in unethical situations within tax practices, and the practical implementation of gender budgeting in Northern Ireland's public sector. Her research increasingly bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly through Freirean dialogical pedagogy approaches and gender-responsive budgeting initiatives. Insights from team collaboration in the co-creation of an effective leadership and management development programme: The Mini MBA (2019) Professor Ballantine leads and collaborates on significant research grants including EPIC Futures NI (2024-2026) addressing economic inactivity, and Tackling Inequality through Gender Budgeting (2022-2026) funded by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation. Her collaborative approach is evident in projects involving multiple institutional partners across civil society, government, and academic sectors. She has presented on apprenticeships in Northern Ireland and gender budgeting initiatives, demonstrating commitment to translating research into policy impact. Her research network spans multiple projects investigating gender equality in Northern Ireland's public sector, with particular focus on executive-level gender issues and reconciliation processes. The collaborative nature of her work is reflected in team-based approaches to leadership development and economic inclusion initiatives across the region.

• Genomic Endocrinology
• Metabolism
• Genetic Epidemiology
• +3 more

Professor of Genomic Endocrinology & Metabolism at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Wellcome Centre for Human Genetics (evidenced by email domain wrh.ox.ac.uk). Current research integrates genomic approaches with endocrine and metabolic disease investigation. Research focuses on genomic analysis of endocrine disorders and metabolic diseases. Specializes in genome-wide association studies (GWAS) applied to reproductive disorders like infertility and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), as well as cardiovascular conditions including heart failure and dilated cardiomyopathy. Employs advanced techniques such as targeted mass spectrometry for hormone and lipid profiling in disease models. Recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to understanding the genetic architecture of complex diseases. Work spans reproductive genetics, cardiovascular genomics, and metabolic endocrinology, with multiple high-impact publications in Nature Genetics and specialized endocrinology journals. Research shows strong engagement across academic platforms with substantial Mendeley readership and social media discussion. Advising activities and grant funding are implied through leadership on major publications, though specific details are not provided in the source material. Research impact is evidenced by widespread dissemination across social media (75+ X posts), news coverage (12 outlets), and academic reference networks.

• Sports Medicine
• Tendinopathy
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
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René Brüggebusch Svensson serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His academic work is closely affiliated with the Capital Region of Denmark (Region H), as indicated by his institutional email address. Based in Copenhagen, he maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in high-impact sports medicine journals. Dr. Svensson's research focuses on the biomechanics and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, with particular emphasis on tendinopathy in athletes. His work spans both basic science investigations of tendon biology and clinical studies with elite athletes, demonstrating a strong translational approach to sports medicine research. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus areas including tendon rehabilitation techniques, imaging diagnostics for sports injuries, and the physiological responses to different training modalities. His research frequently employs advanced imaging techniques and biomechanical assessments to understand injury mechanisms and treatment outcomes, particularly in lower extremity tendons. Multiple publications featured in Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports Research highlighted by 12 news outlets for work on optoacoustic tomography Collaborative studies with elite athletes across multiple sports disciplines Investigations spanning both young athletes and elderly populations His work has garnered significant attention in the scientific community with multiple publications receiving substantial readership on Mendeley and mentions across social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter) and Bluesky. Dr. Svensson maintains active collaborations with leading researchers in sports medicine, particularly within the Copenhagen research community.

• Medical Imaging
• Radiology
• AI in Diagnostic Imaging
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Michael Brun Andersen serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His work is centered at the Radiology division (Blegdamsvej 3, Copenhagen), with active research output extending into 2025. His institutional email is michael.brun.andersen@regionh.dk and professional profile hosted via University of Copenhagen's domain (ikm.ku.dk). His research spans advanced medical imaging applications with emphasis on AI-driven diagnostic enhancement , oncology imaging protocols , and quantitative analysis of CT/MRI artifacts . Key focus areas include photon-counting CT optimization for prostate cancer radiotherapy, motion artifact mitigation in stroke MRI, and pulmonary nodule surveillance systems. Recent work demonstrates integration of reinforcement learning for pancreatic duct identification and validation of handheld ultrasound in emergency settings. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals strong collaborative networks across European radiology and oncology research groups. His work frequently addresses clinical implementation challenges of AI in diagnostics, spectrum bias in deep learning models, and functional imaging biomarkers for immunotherapy monitoring. Notable contributions include feasibility studies on DCE-CT parameters in lung cancer therapy and investigations into incidental finding management protocols. While no formal awards or student advisement details are documented in the provided materials, his research demonstrates consistent peer-reviewed output in high-impact journals including Acta Oncologica , European Radiology , and Cancer Imaging . His work shows significant attention from clinical communities with multiple publications referenced in news outlets and Mendeley readership.

Qian LiuView profile

Research Fellow

• Agricultural Productivity Analysis
• Biodiversity Finance
• Environmental Efficiency
• +3 more

Qian Liu is a Research Fellow at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Food and Resource Economics, Section for Environment and Natural Resources. Her work focuses on agricultural production performance analysis and sustainable biodiversity financing through an EU-funded project. Her research spans Agricultural productivity and efficiency measurement Environmental impact assessment of farming systems Biodiversity finance mechanisms in European contexts Technical efficiency analysis in crop-specific Chinese agriculture Environmental efficiency trade-offs in MENA region agriculture Recent publications demonstrate strong engagement with EU policy frameworks and cross-border conservation challenges. Scientific output shows significant impact with multiple publications in high-impact journals including Nature Ecology & Evolution and Journal of Environmental Management . Key recognition includes news coverage of her EU biodiversity financing report and substantial Mendeley readership across publications. Active collaborations include researchers from University of Copenhagen, University of Kent, and international conservation organizations. Her ORCID profile (0000-0002-9044-2317) documents ongoing work in sustainable resource economics.

• Microbial Ecology
• Biotechnology
• Antibiotic Resistance
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Simon Bo Lassen serves as a Guest Researcher in the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Microbial Ecology and Biotechnology. His research program investigates critical intersections between environmental systems and antimicrobial resistance dynamics across multiple ecosystems. His primary research interests include: Antibiotic resistance transmission through environmental pathways Microbial community responses to agricultural practices Wastewater treatment impacts on microbial ecosystems Aquaculture systems and antibiotic resistance development Soil microbiome responses to climate variables Novel methods for tracking resistance genes in environmental samples Dr. Lassen's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on understanding how human activities influence microbial communities and resistance patterns. His 2025 work examines antimicrobial resistance fluxes across wastewater-river interfaces and innovative pharmaceutical removal techniques, while his 2024-2022 research investigates farming system impacts on soil biodiversity and copper supplementation effects in swine production. These studies often involve multinational collaborations spanning Europe and Asia. His research outputs have generated significant academic interest, with multiple publications accumulating substantial Scopus citations and Mendeley readership. Several papers have received attention from news outlets and social media platforms, particularly his work on antibiotic resistance in aquaculture systems which has attracted 94 Mendeley readers. Dr. Lassen maintains active research collaborations across international boundaries, as evidenced by his co-authorship patterns and geographic research foci spanning European agricultural systems, Danish wastewater treatment facilities, and Bangladeshi aquaculture operations.

• Neurology
• Pediatric Stroke
• Mechanical Thrombectomy
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Thomas Clement Truelsen is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine, specializing in Neurology at the University of Copenhagen. He maintains an active research profile with 67 documented research outputs and is affiliated with the Capital Region of Denmark (Region H). Dr. Truelsen's primary research interests include: Pediatric stroke epidemiology and outcomes Mechanical thrombectomy techniques and outcomes prediction Intracranial hemorrhages in pediatric populations MRI imaging protocol optimization Differential diagnosis of neuroinflammatory conditions including MS, NMOSD, and MOGAD His recent research focuses on improving diagnostic accuracy through advanced imaging techniques, understanding stroke epidemiology across age groups, and optimizing interventional approaches for stroke treatment. The publications demonstrate expertise in both clinical practice and research methodology, with emphasis on evidence-based approaches for neurological conditions. Dr. Truelsen's research has garnered attention beyond academic circles, with work being picked up by news outlets, shared on social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, and cited in academic circles with readership on platforms like Mendeley. His collaborations span multiple institutions across Denmark and internationally, as evidenced by his co-authorship on multi-center studies.

• Respiratory Medicine
• Asthma Research
• Pulmonology
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Charlotte Suppli Ulrik is a Clinical Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, specializing in Respiratory Medicine at the University of Copenhagen. Her research focuses on asthma, corticosteroid treatments, and respiratory medicine with extensive publications in these fields. Her research interests include: Respiratory Medicine and Asthma Research Pharmacological treatments for respiratory conditions Long-term effects of corticosteroid therapies Occupational factors in respiratory diseases Dr. Ulrik has published extensively with over 310 research outputs including journal articles, reviews, and conference abstracts. Her recent work (2025) has focused on medication adherence in asthma treatment, biomarker profiles in severe asthma patients, and the relationship between childhood asthma and long-term health outcomes. She frequently collaborates on large-scale studies using Danish nationwide registry data. Her notable research areas include: Asthma management and treatment adherence Effects of corticosteroids in respiratory conditions Occupational factors in respiratory diseases Long-term health outcomes related to childhood asthma Health economic aspects of severe asthma management Dr. Ulrik's work demonstrates significant impact with citations across multiple publications and engagement through various academic and social media platforms as evidenced by mentions on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Mendeley readership.

• Mathematical Epidemiology
• Infectious Disease Modeling
• Cervical Cancer Prevention
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Dr. Jan Hontelez serves as an Assistant Professor in Public Health at Erasmus MC, specializing in mathematical modeling of infectious diseases and cancer prevention strategies. His research integrates epidemiological data with policy analysis to address critical public health challenges globally. His primary research interests focus on mathematical epidemiology with emphasis on HIV/AIDS dynamics and cervical cancer elimination. Key areas include: Cost-effectiveness analysis of tuberculosis screening programs for immigrant populations Modeling disparities in cervical cancer elimination timelines across US demographic groups Optimizing cervical screening protocols in partially HPV-vaccinated populations Assessing global health financing impacts on HIV treatment access Validating HPV vaccination impact through systematic review of population-level data His work demonstrates significant policy relevance through frequent media coverage and Wikipedia citations. Hontelez actively supervises research projects, with 4 supervised works documented in his portfolio. His publications show substantial real-world impact, evidenced by: Reference in 287 Bluesky discussions Coverage by 5 major news outlets Citation in Wikipedia policy discussions High Mendeley readership (43 readers for PEPFAR study) His research network spans 12 similar profiles with strong topical alignment in HIV medicine (100%), cervical cancer (54%), and systematic review methodology (50%). Collaborative work extends across multiple countries, particularly focusing on sub-Saharan Africa for HIV research and North America for cervical cancer modeling initiatives.

• Macrophage Biology
• Immunology
• Cancer Immunology
• +4 more

Pieter Leenen serves as Associate Professor of Immunology at Erasmus MC, with extensive research output comprising 183 publications and 10 supervised works. His academic profile is anchored in immunological research with significant contributions to macrophage biology and translational medicine. His research spans Macrophage Immunology (100% fingerprint relevance), Precursor Immunology (35%), Monoclonal Antibody development (30%), and Cell Line studies (21%). Key focus areas include Listeria monocytogenes interactions (19%), Phagocytosis mechanisms (17%), Dendritic Cell function (17%), and Differentiation Antigen research (16%). Current work examines macrophage polarization in angiogenesis, cancer metastasis through blood-brain barriers, and immunometabolic interactions in disease contexts. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary reach across oncology, endocrinology, and psychiatry. Notable collaborations include the Lifelines cohort study on glucocorticoids and cardiovascular disease, and PharmLines initiative examining metabolic syndrome in autistic adults. His work shows significant engagement with clinical translation, evidenced by multiple peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals with substantial Mendeley readership (up to 20 readers) and media coverage (3 news outlets). Supervision activities encompass 10 mentored projects, though specific student names aren't listed. Research impact is demonstrated through citations (up to 4 in Web of Science), open-access downloads (up to 36), and social media engagement across X, Facebook, and Bluesky platforms.

Josefina María Alberú-GómezView profile

Researcher

• Transplantation Medicine
• Renal Surgery
• Metabolic Diseases
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Dr. Josefina María Alberú-Gómez serves as a Researcher at the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of General Surgery, at the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (Campus Mexico City). Her work focuses on renal transplantation and metabolic disorders within Mexico's healthcare context. Her research spans transplantation immunology , kidney disease management , and surgical outcomes . Key interests include antibody-mediated rejection mechanisms, noninvasive diagnostic tools for transplant complications, and metabolic impacts on organ recipients. Recent work examines neutrophil extracellular traps in rejection, HPV-related complications in female recipients, and immunosuppressant pharmacokinetics. Analysis of her 2019-2022 publications reveals consistent focus on renal transplant optimization through biomarker discovery, surgical protocol refinement, and immunological monitoring. Her work bridges clinical practice and molecular research, particularly in Mexican patient populations. Mexican Researcher Certification - Level 3 Dr. Alberú-Gómez maintains active research collaborations evidenced by extensive co-author networks and significant Mendeley readership. Her surgical training informs translational research addressing practical challenges in organ transplantation systems across Mexico.

Cedric Folkert Julien WoudstraView profile

Researcher

• Bacteriophage engineering
• Antimicrobial resistance
• Food safety
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Cedric Folkert Julien Woudstra serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. His work is centered at the Food Safety and Zoonoses research group, with an ORCID profile confirming active scholarly contributions. Contact details include phone (+4526824375) and email (cedric.woudstra@sund.ku.dk), with physical location at Stigbøjlen 4, 1870 Frederiksberg C. Research interests focus on bacteriophage engineering for antimicrobial development, particularly against Salmonella enterica and Clostridium botulinum . His work explores CRISPR-Cas systems as bacterial defense mechanisms and their applications in food safety. Key methodologies include phage receptor-binding complex analysis, tailocin engineering, and genomic characterization of foodborne pathogens. The research directly addresses antimicrobial resistance through novel phage-derived solutions. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strong trend toward translational antimicrobial development , with 7 journal articles and 2 reviews published between 2021-2024. The work demonstrates increasing focus on practical applications in food safety, particularly engineering phage components into targeted antimicrobials (tailocins). Major research themes include phage-host interactions, bacterial defense mechanisms, and pathogen genomics with direct implications for zoonotic disease control. Professional activities include active collaboration across European research networks, evidenced by multi-institutional publications and significant Mendeley readership (up to 83 readers for key papers). His work has been referenced in 3 Wikipedia pages, indicating broader scientific impact. Current research appears focused on optimizing phage-derived antimicrobials for food safety applications through both genetic engineering and physical production methods.

• Skin Microbiome Research
• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Chronic Inflammatory Skin Diseases
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Lene Bay serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Copenhagen, with dual appointments in Bacteriology and the Skin Immunology Research Center. Her research focuses on the intricate relationships between skin microbiota and inflammatory diseases. Her educational background includes a PhD in The Human Skin Microbiota - distribution and composition, completed between January 2015 and February 2018, with the degree awarded on June 20, 2018. This foundational work established her expertise in cutaneous microbial ecosystems. Bay's research program investigates host-microbe interactions in chronic inflammatory skin conditions, particularly atopic dermatitis and hidradenitis suppurativa. Her work employs advanced metagenomic techniques to characterize bacterial communities within different skin microenvironments, revealing how microbial signatures correlate with disease states. Current projects examine intestinal-pulmonary inflammation connections, antimicrobial efficacy in medical devices, and preoperative skin preparation protocols. Analysis of her 33 research outputs shows consistent focus on skin microbiome dynamics, with significant contributions to understanding dermal bacterial signatures in inflammatory diseases. Her work bridges fundamental microbiology with clinical applications, particularly in diagnostic biomarker discovery and therapeutic intervention strategies. Bay maintains active research collaborations across multiple institutions, as evidenced by her international co-authorship network. Her work has generated substantial academic engagement with 15+ PlumX captures for recent publications and significant Mendeley readership. She is affiliated with the Skin Immunology Research Center and conducts research within the Department of Immunology and Microbiology's specialized laboratories. Her team utilizes both human clinical samples and porcine models to investigate skin barrier function and microbial colonization patterns.

• Plant Biochemistry
• Plant Physiology
• Cyanogenic Glucosides
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Kirsten Jørgensen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. She maintains an active research program with 89 research outputs and 63 professional activities documented in her academic profile. Her work is centered on plant biochemistry and physiology with a particular focus on cyanogenic compounds. Dr. Jørgensen specializes in histology and physiology of plants, determining at both the transcriptional and cellular level where active ingredients are produced and localized. Her primary research focus is understanding the role of cyanogenic glucosides in the cassava plant ( Manihot esculenta Crantz). She examines expression patterns of genes involved in cyanogenic glucoside biosynthesis during plant development and in response to abiotic and biotic stress factors including salinity, drought, and viral attack. Her research also investigates cellular localization and turnover of cyanogenic glucosides using techniques like in situ PCR and antibodies specific for the enzymes involved. Analysis of her publication record shows consistent research output over the past decade with work spanning plant biochemistry, natural products, plant defense mechanisms, and analytical methods for plant metabolites. Her 2024 publication demonstrates continued active research in plant genomics, particularly with cassava, while her earlier work has made significant contributions to understanding cyanogenic glucoside metabolism across multiple plant species. Scientific Awards: Projekt forskerspire (2005) Dr. Jørgensen has been actively involved in educational outreach, participating in numerous activities including external teaching and subject coordination. Her activities include multiple presentations on GMOs and consumer products at various high schools between 2008-2009, demonstrating her commitment to science communication. Her research profile shows extensive collaboration both nationally and internationally, with significant readership and social media engagement across her publications. Her laboratory work focuses on plant biochemistry with particular expertise in cellular localization techniques, plant defense mechanisms, and the metabolism of natural products including cyanogenic glucosides. She has contributed significantly to understanding how plants produce and regulate potentially toxic compounds like cyanogenic glucosides, with implications for food safety and crop improvement.