Rune Christian Husted Steinfurth

Rune Christian Husted Steinfurth is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Southern Denmark. His work focuses on marine ecology, particularly seagrass restoration and eutrophication mitigation in Danish coastal waters.

• Institution: University of Southern Denmark
• Department: Biology
• Role: Assistant Professor

Research interests include:

• Restoration of eelgrass (Zostera marina) ecosystems
• Impacts of light compensation and depth on seagrass viability
• Biogenic interactions (e.g., lugworm densities affecting transplantation success)
• Ecosystem service provision by marine vegetation
• Mitigation of eutrophication effects through habitat recovery

Recent publications highlight his contributions to seagrass transplantation frameworks and coastal conservation. Collaborations span DTU Aqua and European biodiversity initiatives.

Scientific awards:

• Best Poster Young Researchers at Dansk Havforskermøde (2019)

He actively participates in workshops, peer-review activities, and public outreach, with media appearances on marine environmental challenges. His work integrates ecological research with practical conservation strategies for coastal ecosystems.