Caroline Marcussen

Caroline Marcussen serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. Her academic role integrates clinical veterinary science with specialized research in animal nutrition, with particular emphasis on companion animals and metabolic physiology.

Her educational foundation includes:

• PhD in Animal Science: Focused on validation of minimal-invasive energy expenditure measurement in dogs, with applications to obesity research and field studies

Dr. Marcussen's research program centers on carnivore nutrition and metabolic physiology, with specific expertise in:

• Nutritional management of overweight dogs and cats
• Performance nutrition for working dogs
• Sustainable diet development for companion animals
• Energy and nutrient metabolism in monogastric species
• Methodological innovation in metabolic measurement techniques

Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a cohesive research trajectory centered on isotopic tracer methodologies (particularly $$^{13}$$C-bicarbonate techniques) applied across multiple species. Her work bridges clinical veterinary practice with agricultural science, addressing obesity management in dogs, gastric physiology in horses, and gut health in poultry. This cross-species approach demonstrates significant translational potential for both companion animal health and sustainable food production systems.

No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the available documentation.

As an educator, Dr. Marcussen maintains an active teaching portfolio across multiple programs:

• Bachelor level: Course instruction in dog/cat nutrition and clinical theory, with supervision of veterinary/animal science projects
• Master level: Course responsibility for companion/exotic animal nutrition, plus instruction in experimental nutrition physiology and project supervision
• Veterinary Nurse training: Specialized modules on energy metabolism, carnivore nutrition, and working dog dietary requirements