Martin Røssel Larsen

Martin Røssel Larsen is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in Biomedical Mass Spectrometry and Systems Biology. His research focuses on proteomics and post-translational modifications, with significant contributions to understanding cellular processes in health and disease.

Dr. Larsen's research interests span several key areas in biochemistry and molecular biology. His primary focus is on Proteomics, where he has developed advanced methodologies for protein analysis. He has made significant contributions to Phosphoproteomics, studying protein phosphorylation and its role in cellular signaling. His work in Mass Spectrometry has advanced the field of biomedical analysis, and his research on Posttranslational Modifications has provided insights into disease mechanisms. He also investigates Glycosylation patterns and their biological significance.

The recent publications of Dr. Larsen demonstrate a strong focus on applying proteomic approaches to understand disease mechanisms. His work spans cancer biology (particularly glioma), metabolic disorders including liver disease and diabetes, and neurological conditions. There's a clear trend toward system-wide proteomic analysis to understand complex biological processes and disease states, often combining multiple analytical approaches to gain comprehensive insights.

• Paul Dudley White International Scholar of the American Heart Association (2018)
• Eliteforsk prisen (2014)

Dr. Larsen has supervised numerous PhD students (12 listed) and has been involved in multiple significant research projects. His current projects include 'DEVELOPNOID - Characterizing early brain development in health and disease using brain organoids' funded by Lundbeckfonden (2021-2025), collaborations with pharmaceutical companies including AstraZeneca and Leo Pharma, and international research initiatives. His work has attracted substantial research funding from both public and private sources.

Dr. Larsen leads research in Biomedical Mass Spectrometry and Systems Biology, with laboratory facilities equipped for advanced proteomic analysis. His team collaborates extensively with researchers across Denmark and internationally, as evidenced by the global nature of his publications and projects.