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Birger Larsen is a Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Communication and Psychology, affiliated with The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. He leads the Humanomics Research Group and Purposeful Technology Lab, focusing on Information Retrieval (IR), Bibliometrics, and Open Data initiatives. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in education and societal impact.
Research interests include optimizing user interactions with information systems, domain-specific search strategies, and quantitative research evaluation. Key projects include the ODECO EU initiative on Open Data ecosystems and the Community Drive project integrating sensors and open data in education. He has contributed over 197 publications, with significant citations in Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar.
Larsen actively participates in program committees, conferences, and consultancy for research evaluations. His teaching spans BSc, MSc, and PhD levels, emphasizing hands-on experience with information systems and user experimentation. He chairs committees for research indicators and institutional development at Aalborg University.
Notable contributions include frameworks for assessing researchers, developing open data literacy in schools, and analyzing citation contexts in biomedical retrieval. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering innovation and equitable access to information.
