Ulrik Thorngren Baandrup

Professor Ulrik Thorngren Baandrup is a distinguished pathologist at Aalborg University Hospital, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Aalborg University. With over 65 publications spanning two decades, his work has significantly contributed to the field of pathology, particularly in autopsy studies, rare diseases, and cancer research. His research activity shows consistent output with recent publications in 2025, indicating active engagement in academic medicine.

Professor Baandrup's research interests span multiple critical areas in pathology, with particular emphasis on human papillomavirus infections, iron overload conditions, cardiovascular pathology, and rare diseases such as Erdheim-Chester Disease. His work on the prevalence of bacteria in colorectal adenocarcinomas demonstrates his contribution to understanding the microbiome's role in cancer development. The fingerprint analysis of his research shows strong connections to Medicine and Dentistry (100%), Engineered Tissue (88%), Spontaneous Abortion (88%), Premature Labor (88%), and Papillomavirus Infection (72%).

His most recent publications reveal a continued focus on diagnostic pathology, with the 2025 poster presentation examining an undiagnosed disease course revealed as systemic sclerosis through autopsy. His work consistently bridges clinical practice with research, as evidenced by numerous autopsy reports and studies on disease mechanisms. The publications demonstrate expertise in both traditional pathological analysis and modern techniques like cardiovascular magnetic resonance.

Professor Baandrup has supervised PhD students, as indicated by the 'PhD supervision (2)' notation in his profile. His research has generated media attention in Denmark, with 13 press/media mentions covering topics such as autopsy practices and their importance in healthcare. His work on declining autopsy rates in Denmark ('Færre danskere obduceres') highlights his engagement with public health policy issues.

His collaborative network extends internationally, with research involving minipig models for iron overload studies and multicenter investigations into HPV infections. The datasets he has contributed to, particularly the bacterial analysis in colorectal cancer, demonstrate his commitment to open science and data sharing in medical research.