Rasmus Nielsen

Rasmus Nielsen is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specifically affiliated with the Globe Institute and the Section for Geogenetics. His research spans evolutionary genetics, population genetics, and computational genomics with a focus on both human and non-human species. He maintains an active research profile with numerous high-impact publications in leading scientific journals.

Professor Nielsen's research interests center around evolutionary and population genetics, with particular expertise in ancient DNA analysis, statistical methods for genomic data, and phylogenetics. His work bridges computational biology with empirical data from diverse species, including humans, plants, and other organisms. He has made significant contributions to understanding human evolutionary history, population structure, and the genetic basis of adaptation. His research also extends to medical genomics, particularly in understanding the genetic architecture of complex traits and diseases.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on methodological development in genomic analysis, with papers appearing in top-tier journals like Nature, Science, and Nature Reviews Genetics. His work shows consistent engagement with both theoretical and applied aspects of genetics, spanning human evolutionary history, medical genomics, and plant evolutionary biology. The research output reveals a collaborative approach, with frequent co-authorship across multiple institutions and disciplines.

As a Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Globe Institute, Nielsen leads research within the Section for Geogenetics, which focuses on evolutionary and population genetics using cutting-edge genomic approaches. The section maintains strong connections with both computational and empirical research groups, facilitating interdisciplinary work that spans from methodological development to application in diverse biological contexts.