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Peter Stephensen Lübeck is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at Aalborg University, Faculty of Engineering and Science. His work bridges biotechnology, food science, and sustainable resource utilization, with a strong focus on biorefinery systems and fungal-based solutions for future food and environmental challenges.
Research Interests:
- Biorefinery Concepts: Utilizing membrane filtration and bioprocessing to extract high-value proteins from green biomass such as clover grass and lucerne.
- Fungal Cell Factories: Engineering fungi like Aspergillus niger and Trichoderma reesei for sustainable production of food ingredients, biochemicals, and bioactive compounds.
- Molecular Biology: Applying CRISPR-Cas9 and genomic tools for strain improvement and metabolic pathway optimization.
- Sustainable Food Systems: Developing climate-friendly food technologies through precision fermentation and upcycling of organic side-streams.
Recent Research Trends:
His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong shift toward sustainable food innovation, particularly in extracting functional proteins from underutilized green biomass using membrane technology. He is also deeply involved in fungal biotechnology for alternative protein production, emphasizing circular economy principles. Projects like Græs4Food, SvampeMad, and UPCYFUN highlight his interdisciplinary approach integrating food science, environmental engineering, and industrial biotechnology.
Scientific Contributions:
- Active participant in 12 major research projects, including ongoing initiatives funded through 2029.
- Contributor to 78 research outputs, including journal articles, posters, patents, and datasets.
- Public engagement through 9 media appearances discussing green transition, food innovation, and climate impact.
Advising and Grants:
Peter Stephensen Lübeck participates in PhD supervision and collaborates extensively across academic and industrial partners. He is involved in multiple large-scale, externally funded projects focused on sustainable food production and biorefining, such as HfBFood and BioFerment, indicating strong grant acquisition and collaborative leadership. While specific student names are not listed, his involvement in PhD supervision confirms mentoring activities.
Laboratories and Research Teams:
He works within the Bioresources and Process Engineering research group at Aalborg University, collaborating closely with Professor Mette Lübeck. His work spans interdisciplinary teams involving food scientists, engineers, molecular biologists, and industrial partners, particularly in projects related to fungal fermentation, protein recovery, and green biotechnology.
