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Kristel PanksepView profile

Research Fellow

• Molecular Ecology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Environmental DNA
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Kristel Panksep is a Research Fellow at the Estonian University of Life Sciences, affiliated with the Institute of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the Chair of Hydrobiology and Fisheries. She specializes in molecular ecology research with particular focus on aquatic ecosystems. Her research examines: Environmental DNA (eDNA) methodologies for biodiversity assessment Global patterns of aquatic fungal diversity through the FunAqua project Trophic dynamics of cyanobacteria in aquatic food webs Metabarcoding techniques for fish species identification Comparative analysis of aquatic biodiversity using water versus sediment samples Dr. Panksep leads significant international research initiatives including a postdoctoral project mapping global fish biodiversity through eDNA analysis, establishing methodologies for large-scale aquatic ecosystem monitoring.

Anne WindingView profile

Professor

• Microbial Ecology
• Soil Science
• Environmental Microbiology
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Professor Anne Winding is a faculty member in the Department of Environmental Sciences at Aarhus University, specializing in Microbial Ecology. She maintains dual affiliations with the DCE - Danish Centre for Environment and Energy and DCA - National Centre for Food and Agriculture, focusing on soil ecosystem dynamics and agricultural environmental impacts. Her research spans microbial ecology, soil science, and environmental monitoring with particular expertise in biochar-soil interactions, nitrogen cycling, and eDNA applications. She investigates how agricultural practices—including nitrification inhibitors and acidified slurry—affect soil microbiome structure, extracellular enzyme activity, and ecosystem services through long-term field experiments and molecular techniques. Professor Winding currently leads multiple significant research initiatives including SkyClean Scale-Up (2022-2025) targeting greenhouse gas reduction, the eDNA Center for environmental monitoring, and EUdaphobase (2019-2024) for European soil biodiversity assessment. Her work receives substantial grant funding with projects extending through 2025. She heads the eDNA Center research group which develops and applies molecular tools for soil biodiversity monitoring, maintaining strong connections with national environmental agencies and European research networks. The lab emphasizes methodological innovation in soil microbial analysis and practical applications for sustainable agriculture.

• Genomics
• Metagenomics
• Ancient DNA
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Ida Broman Nielsen is an Academic employee at the Section for Geogenetics within the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen. Her research focuses on applying advanced genomic techniques to understand ecological and evolutionary processes across diverse biological systems, from soil microbiomes to ancient DNA analysis. Her research interests span multiple domains of molecular ecology and genomics. Nielsen specializes in metagenomic approaches using Oxford Nanopore sequencing technology, with particular expertise in environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis. Her work bridges disciplines including soil science, marine biology, archaeology, and plant-microbe interactions. She has made significant contributions to understanding how environmental factors shape microbial communities across different ecosystems. Analysis of Nielsen's publication record from 2022-2025 reveals a strong focus on methodological innovations in DNA sequencing and analysis, particularly for challenging environmental samples. Her research spans terrestrial and marine ecosystems, ancient and contemporary biological systems, and addresses both fundamental ecological questions and applied environmental concerns. The interdisciplinary nature of her work is evident in collaborations across fields from aquaculture to forensic science. While specific details about her advising activities aren't provided in the available information, her extensive collaborative network across multiple high-impact publications suggests active participation in research teams and projects. Her work has been featured in prominent scientific journals including Science, New Phytologist, and Environmental DNA, with several publications receiving significant attention in both academic and public spheres.

• Environmental DNA Analysis
• Marine Biodiversity Monitoring
• Arctic Ecosystems
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Steen Wilhelm Knudsen serves as a Guest Researcher at The Natural History Museum (Statens Naturhistoriske Museum), part of the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science, Department of Biology. His research integrates environmental DNA (eDNA) methodology with biodiversity monitoring across marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems. His primary research interests include Environmental DNA Analysis , Marine Biodiversity Monitoring , Arctic Ecosystems , Citizen Science Applications , Invasive Species Genetics , and Cryptobenthic Biodiversity . His work demonstrates particular expertise in applying eDNA techniques to study marine vertebrates, amphibians, and cryptic species across Nordic and Arctic regions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on methodological innovation in eDNA sampling, with increasing integration of citizen science approaches and multi-technique monitoring frameworks. His research spans from molecular techniques to landscape-scale ecological patterns, with significant contributions to understanding climate change impacts on Arctic biodiversity. His collaborative network includes prominent Danish researchers such as Møller P.R., Olsen M.T., and Rahbek C., with publications appearing in leading journals including Environmental DNA , Frontiers in Marine Science , and Diversity and Distributions . Dr. Knudsen maintains an active research profile with 46 documented research outputs including 36 journal articles, 4 conference abstracts, 3 reports, 2 books, and additional scholarly contributions. His work has gained significant attention with multiple news mentions, policy references, and substantial social media engagement.

• Aerobiology
• Pollen Monitoring
• Atmospheric Chemistry
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Dr. Andelija Milic is an accomplished researcher at Queensland University of Technology's Faculty of Science, specializing in aerobiology and atmospheric science. Her work focuses on pollen monitoring, airborne particulate matter, and the relationship between environmental factors and public health. She has been instrumental in the AusPollen Aerobiology Collaboration Network, contributing to national pollen monitoring standards and research. Her research interests span aerobiology, pollen monitoring systems, atmospheric chemistry, and the health impacts of airborne particles. Milic's work has significant implications for understanding how climate variations affect pollen distribution and allergen exposure, particularly in Australian contexts. She has pioneered methods for pollen identification, quality control in monitoring networks, and the application of environmental DNA analysis to study pollen diversity. Analysis of her publication record shows a strong focus on advancing pollen monitoring methodologies, understanding regional and seasonal variations in pollen distribution, and exploring the intersection between environmental factors and public health outcomes. Her research spans from fundamental atmospheric science to applied public health applications, with increasing emphasis on climate change impacts on pollen patterns. Among her notable contributions are the development of quality control protocols for pollen monitoring networks, investigations into long-term pollen trends in subtropical regions, and innovative citizen science approaches for pollen monitoring during the pandemic. Her work on the relationship between airborne pollen and SARS-CoV-2 infection rates represents important interdisciplinary research connecting environmental science and epidemiology. Dr. Milic has made significant contributions through her leadership in major collaborative projects including the AusPollen Partnership Project, which has established comprehensive pollen monitoring across eastern Australia. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytical methods including metabarcoding, environmental DNA analysis, and sophisticated statistical approaches to environmental data.

Ida HartvigView profile

Assistant Professor

• Conservation Genomics
• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Orchid Ecology
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Dr. Ida Hartvig is an Assistant Professor at the Section for Hologenomics within the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen, where she leads research in molecular ecology and conservation biology. Her work focuses on plant-microbe interactions, species conservation, and biodiversity assessment methods, with particular emphasis on orchid ecosystems and Southeast Asian timber species. Research Interests: Hartvig's interdisciplinary research integrates conservation genomics, eDNA metabarcoding, and ecological studies to address biodiversity loss. Key areas include: Orchid-mycorrhizal fungal relationships and their role in ecosystem health Population genomics of endangered plant species Development of molecular tools for species identification and delimitation Ecological applications of environmental DNA analysis Conservation strategies for threatened Asian rosewoods Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on conservation genomics, particularly regarding orchids and endangered timber species. Recent work shows increasing emphasis on mycorrhizal interactions and genomic adaptation to environmental stressors. Awards & Recognition: Horizon Europe MSCA Fellowship (2023) Carlsberg Reintegration Fellowship (2021) Carlsberg Internationalisation Fellowship (2019) Hartvig actively advises graduate students, offering MSc/BSc projects combining fieldwork and laboratory analysis of orchid microbiomes. She collaborates internationally on conservation initiatives, with research referenced in policy documents and news outlets.

• Environmental DNA
• Metabarcoding
• Ancient DNA
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Tobias Guldberg Frøslev serves as an Affiliated Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Globe Institute within the Section for Geogenetics. His research focuses on cutting-edge applications of environmental DNA and metabarcoding techniques across diverse ecosystems. His research interests span environmental DNA methodology , ancient DNA analysis , and biodiversity assessment across marine, terrestrial, and soil environments. Frøslev's work particularly emphasizes fungal ecology, vertebrate diversity monitoring, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction through innovative DNA-based approaches. His research bridges traditional taxonomy with modern genomic techniques to address fundamental ecological questions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward methodological innovation in environmental DNA applications, with significant contributions to marine paleoecology, fungal systematics, and terrestrial biodiversity monitoring. His work demonstrates increasing recognition through substantial citation metrics and media coverage, particularly for research on airborne environmental DNA. Frøslev maintains active collaborations across international research networks as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship patterns and geographic collaboration maps. His research output shows consistent productivity with 80 total publications and significant engagement through platforms like Mendeley and social media. He leads research activities within the Geogenetics section, focusing on developing and applying DNA-based methods for biodiversity assessment and ecological monitoring. His work contributes significantly to the Globe Institute's mission of understanding Earth's past environments through genetic approaches.