Henrik Karring

Henrik Karring is a Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT) within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark. His research focuses on biocatalysis, protein engineering, environmental microbiology, and analytical chemistry, with applications in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and sustainable chemistry.

• Key research themes include enzyme immobilization, microbial processes for plastic degradation, and mitigation of agricultural emissions.
• Active in teaching courses like Industrial Fermentation and Modelling of Bioprocesses, Protein and Bioproducts Technologies, and Basic Biochemistry and Microbiology.

Recent research trends from his publications show emphasis on supramolecular enzyme-cell engineering, photoenzymatic catalysis, and sustainable solutions for plastic degradation and manure emission control. His work integrates biotechnology with environmental applications.

Scientific Awards:

• Syddansk Universitets Innovationspris 2024
• Teknisk Fakultets Innovationspris 2024
• Grants from the Danish Ministry of Environment and Food (2015), Griffith University (2015), and Foundation Idella (2012)

Henrik serves as a censor at Aarhus University and contributes to consultancy for the Danish Climate Council. His work includes collaborations with international institutions and extensive peer-review activities.