Arne Astrup

Professor Arne Astrup is a globally recognized leader in nutrition and obesity research at the University of Copenhagen, where he serves as Head of Department. His work has driven major multi-centre and pan-European studies on optimal diets for weight control and body weight regulation, including the development of the New Nordic Diet as Director of the Nordea Foundation OPUS Research Centre (2009–2013).

Research Interests: His research focuses on the physiology and pathophysiology of energy and substrate metabolism, with a particular emphasis on obesity etiology and treatment. He has contributed extensively to understanding dietary interventions for health and weight management, bridging clinical nutrition with metabolic science.

Scientific Awards:

• Knight of the First Order of Dannebrog (2012)

Editorial Roles: He currently serves as Associate Editor for the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, reflecting his influence in the field. His work has been cited widely, with an H-index of 62.