Martin Roursgaard

Martin Roursgaard serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His primary affiliation is with the Section of Environmental Health, where he conducts research on the toxicological effects of environmental exposures with particular focus on particle toxicology and nanomaterials.

His research interests center on mechanisms of action of environmental agents, utilizing cell cultures, experimental laboratory models, and controlled human exposures. Key research areas include: particle toxicology, nanoplastics, microplastics, oxidative stress, DNA damage, and cell-particle interactions. His work specifically investigates pulmonary and cardiovascular effects of environmental exposures through advanced in vitro model systems.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on nanoparticle and air pollution toxicology, with particular emphasis on oxidative stress mechanisms and cellular damage pathways. His research demonstrates strong collaboration with environmental health researchers across multiple institutions, as evidenced by co-authorship patterns in his 71 research outputs.

Roursgaard's laboratory work prominently features in vitro models for studying cell-cell interactions and cellular responses to environmental particles. His research program aims to develop better models for understanding exposure assessment, susceptibility, and biological effects while advancing alternatives to animal experimentation.