Jane Hvolbæk Nielsen

Jane Hvolbæk Nielsen is the Head of Department and Professor at the Department of Physics, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her research focuses on nanoscale materials properties, catalysis, and sustainable energy solutions. She leads the Danish National Research Foundation's Center for Individual Nanoparticle Functionality (DG-CINF) and is part of the VILLUM Center for Sustainable Fuels (V-SUSTAIN).

Education:

• PhD in Physics, Technical University of Denmark (1995–1998)
• MSc in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (1990–1995)

Research Interests: Exploring nanoparticle functionality, surface physics, and catalytic processes at the nanometer scale. Her work bridges fundamental research with applications in sustainable energy and materials science. She emphasizes hands-on education through initiatives like Nanoteket DTU and contributes to science outreach in Danish schools.

Grants & Projects: Supervised over 24 PhD projects, including studies on nanoparticle dynamics, catalytic reactions, and CO2 electroreduction. Led major initiatives like the Danish National Research Foundation’s Center for Molecular Movies (2005–2013).

Labs/Teams: DG-CINF and V-SUSTAIN centers, focusing on nanoparticle functionality and sustainable fuels. Active in national and international research infrastructure panels, including the Danish Roadmap for Research Infrastructure.