Torben Lund

Torben Lund is an Associate Professor in the Department of Science and Environment Chemistry at Roskilde University. His research focuses on electrochemistry, photochemistry, and materials science, with a strong emphasis on dye-sensitized solar cells (DSC), nanomaterials, and environmental chemistry. He leads projects on solar cell durability, such as the six-year degradation analysis of DSC pavilion modules, and explores protein function in bacteria, including studies on E. coli’s YdgR and YgfZ proteins. His work bridges interdisciplinary areas like renewable energy, microbial physiology, and photocatalysis.

Key collaborations include Uppsala University and media engagements highlighting solar cell advancements and climate impacts. Lund’s research also extends to natural product chemistry, such as cannabinoid isolation, and innovative battery technologies like flow batteries. His contributions are evident in over 100 publications, spanning solar cell electrolyte stability, ZnO nanoparticle modification, and CO₂ climate modeling.

• Leading projects: DSC efficiency improvements, neurotransmitter sensing in pancreatic development, and anthocyanin analysis.
• Media features: 'Frelse fra himlen' (2019) and 'Intens jagt på fremtidens solcelle' (2013).
• Grants: Active projects on solar cell durability (2024–2027) and DSC electrolyte optimization (2013–present).

His lab work emphasizes real-world applications, such as solar pavilion modules and sustainable energy solutions, while maintaining a focus on fundamental chemical mechanisms in energy storage and photocatalytic systems.