Lynn Eriksen

Lynn Eriksen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Technology and Didactics, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her work integrates engineering education, sustainable development, and circular economy innovation, contributing significantly to global challenges under the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests: Dr. Eriksen's expertise lies in the circular bioeconomy, particularly in transforming organic waste such as seaweed, seagrass, grass, and straw into high-value products. She also investigates entrepreneurship competencies among engineering students, digital health solutions for chronic diseases in low-resource settings like Tunisia, and open innovation models for sustainable systems. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, environmental science, and social impact.

Publication Trends: Recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong focus on sustainability-driven engineering solutions, including waste-to-resource technologies, bio-based materials, and systemic innovation. Her work increasingly emphasizes real-world applications in global health and local bioeconomies, often through collaborative, transdisciplinary research.

• Scientific Awards: No specific awards are mentioned in the provided text.

Advising and Grants: While no formal list of advisees is available, Dr. Eriksen actively supervises research through her involvement in major projects. She has contributed to two significant research initiatives: Power Bio (2023–2026), focusing on bio-based value chains, and BB2: Bæredygtig Bundlinje 2.0 (2019–2022), a sustainability-oriented research project. These grants highlight her leadership in applied sustainability research.

Labs and Research Teams: Dr. Eriksen collaborates within a multidisciplinary network at DTU, working closely with researchers in engineering, environmental technology, and health innovation. Her fingerprint profile indicates strong ties to bioeconomy, material performance, urban transportation, and decision-making frameworks, suggesting active participation in integrated research teams focused on sustainable transitions.