John Bagterp Jørgensen

John Bagterp Jørgensen is a Professor at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on computational methods for Model Predictive Control (MPC), numerical optimization, and dynamic optimization, with applications in industrial processes, biomedical systems, and sustainable energy. He holds leadership roles in 2-control ApS, a company developing advanced control solutions for industries such as cement production and oil recovery.

Education: PhD and M.Sc. in Technical Sciences from DTU (1997–2005 and 1991–1997). Professional experience includes roles as an Assistant Professor at DTU and CTO/CEO at 2-control ApS.

Research interests span MPC algorithms, numerical methods for differential equations, and system identification. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in energy efficiency, vaccine manufacturing, diabetes treatment, and cement production processes.

His recent articles emphasize industrial applications of control systems, including cement rotary kiln dynamics, vaccine production optimization, and dual-hormone artificial pancreas development. He has received the Nordic Energy Research Award (1994) and contributed to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable energy and industrial innovation.

Advising and grants: Supervises multiple PhD projects on topics like electrification of industrial processes and sustainable SCP production. Collaborates with global institutions on energy and biomedical research.

Labs/teams: Leads teams in DTU’s Scientific Computing and Center for Energy Resources Engineering, with active partnerships in industry and academia.