Andrea Crovetto is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the National Centre for Nano Fabrication and Characterization and the Department of Nanofabrication. His research focuses on advanced materials for photovoltaic applications, including solar cell technologies, thin films, and semiconductor materials. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. Key research interests include photovoltaic materials discovery, tandem solar cell design, and semiconductor characterization. Notable achievements include developing monolithic selenium/silicon tandem solar cells and pioneering studies on phosphosulfide semiconductors. He has authored over 90 publications and datasets, including high-impact articles in journals like JPhys Energy and PRX Energy . Dr. Crovetto has received the Young Scientist Award (2016) and actively supervises PhD students in projects such as Experimental Discovery of Phosphosulfide Materials for Solar Cells and Thiophosphate Thin Films for Quantum Technology . His research also involves collaborations on material synthesis, computational modeling, and device fabrication. He has presented at international conferences, including talks on monolithic tandem solar cells and materials discovery methodologies. His lab, based at DTU’s Produktionstorvet , integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to advance sustainable energy technologies.
Stefan Kragh Nielsen is a Professor and Section Leader in the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy. He is actively involved in experimental and theoretical research related to fusion plasma diagnostics, particularly collective Thomson scattering and microwave-based measurements in tokamak devices such as ASDEX Upgrade and Wendelstein 7-X. His research interests include: Plasma Physics and Fusion Energy Collective Thomson Scattering Fast Ion Dynamics Electron Cyclotron Resonance Heating Parametric Instabilities Microwave Diagnostics The recent publications highlight a strong focus on advanced diagnostics, nonlinear wave interactions, and fast ion behavior in fusion plasmas. His work spans theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and instrumentation development, particularly in high-frequency microwave systems for continuous plasma monitoring. Trends show increasing emphasis on reduced modeling techniques and real-time diagnostic capabilities for next-generation fusion reactors. Scientific contributions include: Development of ultrafast digitizers for microwave diagnostics Commissioning of 174 GHz CTS systems at W7-X Modeling of metaplectic geometrical optics for plasma waves Investigation of parametric decay in gyrotron beams He actively supervises multiple PhD students on topics such as non-linear processes in electron Bernstein wave heating, ion dynamics via CTS, and parametric decay instabilities in spherical tokamaks. His projects are well-funded and aligned with international fusion research goals. He has collaborated extensively with major fusion facilities including ASDEX Upgrade, Wendelstein 7-X, and JET. No formal awards are listed in the provided text. He leads a research team focused on advancing plasma diagnostic capabilities for future fusion reactors.
Nicolas von Solms is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he leads research in thermodynamics, gas hydrates, and CO 2 capture and transport. He is affiliated with the KT Consortium and the Center for Energy Resources Engineering (CERE), contributing significantly to sustainable energy technologies. Department: Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Research Centers: CERE, KT Consortium Email: nvs@kt.dtu.dk ORCID: 0000-0002-5007-8987 His research focuses on thermodynamic modeling, phase equilibrium, and experimental validation in complex systems such as gas hydrates and CO 2 capture processes. Key areas include statistical mechanics, flow assurance, polymer interactions in hydrate inhibition, and subsurface CO 2 sequestration. His work supports UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy and climate action. Recent publications highlight advancements in CO 2 capture efficiency, hydrate-based energy storage, and molecular-level insights into hydrate formation. His studies combine theoretical modeling with pilot-scale demonstrations and microfluidic experiments, demonstrating a strong trend toward applied thermodynamics for energy transition technologies. He has supervised numerous PhD and master's students, with active projects in carbon capture process optimization, glycol process digitalization, and methane recovery from hydrates. His group offers opportunities for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral research. Prof. von Solms leads multiple funded research projects and collaborates extensively across Denmark and internationally. His lab integrates computational modeling, experimental thermodynamics, and process engineering to tackle challenges in energy and environmental systems.
Sonia Coriani is a Professor in Physical Chemistry at DTU Chemistry, Technical University of Denmark, since 2017. She leads a research group focused on theoretical chemistry and computational spectroscopy. Her academic journey includes a PhD from Aarhus University (2000), a permanent research scientist position at the University of Trieste (1999-2014), and associate professorship there since 2014. She held an adjunct associate professor position at the Centre for Theoretical and Computational Chemistry in Oslo (2007-2011) and was a Marie Curie IEF fellow (2010-2012) and AIAS-COFUND senior fellow (2015-2016). Education: Chemistry, University of Modena (1993) PhD in Theoretical Chemistry, Aarhus University (2000) Her research centers on developing quantum-chemical methodologies for static and dynamic molecular properties, particularly for systems with high dimensionality, complex environments, or novel spectroscopic phenomena. Key areas include non-linear optical experiments, magnetic circular dichroism, X-ray spectroscopies, and quantum computing applications in chemistry. Her recent publications highlight advancements in quantum linear response theory, polarizable embedding environments, X-ray absorption in water, and quantum algorithms for molecular properties. Collaborative work spans interdisciplinary projects with experimentalists, covering gas-phase molecules to biomolecular systems. Scientific Awards: Marie Curie IEF fellowship AIAS-COFUND senior fellowship Her work addresses challenges in ultrafast dynamics, photoionization, and the intersection of chemistry with physics and computational science, emphasizing accuracy and novel experimental guidance.
Christos Markos is an Associate Professor and Group Leader of the Neural Devices & Gas Photonics group at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research integrates advanced photonics with biomedical and environmental applications, focusing on hollow-core fiber lasers, chalcogenide glasses, and multimaterial fiber optics for neural interfaces and sensing systems. His research interests lie at the intersection of photonics, materials science, and neuroengineering. He specializes in experimental optics , optical materials , fiber sensors , and multimaterial fiber devices , with applications in neurophotonics and gas sensing . His work emphasizes the development of biocompatible and biodegradable optical fibers for implantable neural devices and hollow-core fiber lasers for methane detection. The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward biomedical photonics and environmental sensing , combining infrared neural stimulation , calcium dynamics , and neurotoxicity studies with engineering advances in soft glass synthesis , fiber fabrication , and photoacoustic detection . The keywords span Neuroscience , Photonics , Materials Science , and Environmental Engineering , reflecting interdisciplinary innovation. Christos Markos has received no explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He actively supervises multiple PhD students including Pouya Abdollahian, Kaiyuan Sui, and Cheng Zhang, and serves as main or co-supervisor on several funded research projects. His group has secured significant research grants related to neural devices , gas photonics , and quantum photonic systems , indicating strong external funding support. He also contributes to academic service as an editor for Optical Materials Express . Christos Markos leads the Neural Devices & Gas Photonics research group at DTU Fotonik, where he has established three advanced laboratories for soft glass synthesis, extrusion, and fiber fabrication, and two additional labs dedicated to neurophotonics. His team works on cutting-edge projects involving biodegradable optical fibers, infrared neurostimulation, and hollow-core fiber lasers, positioning the lab at the forefront of multifunctional fiber-based biomedical devices .
Carl Emil Andersen is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), based in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark. His research focuses on advanced synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) incorporating zero- and low-valent metals, with applications in catalysis and materials engineering. Andersen completed his Ph.D. at DTU in 2024 under Professor K. S. Pedersen, culminating in the doctoral thesis "Expanding the Field of Zero- and Low-Valent Metals in Metal-Organic Frameworks". His educational trajectory demonstrates specialized training in inorganic materials chemistry and framework design. His research interests center on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), vapor-phase synthesis techniques, low-valent metal chemistry, and electrocatalysis. Andersen pioneers methods for stabilizing reactive metal species within porous frameworks, particularly through metal carbonyl synthons and cluster-organic architectures. His work bridges fundamental inorganic chemistry with sustainable technology development for energy conversion applications. Analysis of his 2023-2024 publications reveals a cohesive research program advancing low-valent MOF synthesis. Key contributions include vapor-phase fabrication methods, cluster-organic frameworks featuring palladium zero-valent species, and hybrid perovskite radiation detectors. His work spans interdisciplinary domains including coordination chemistry, materials engineering, and electrochemical catalysis, with publications in high-impact journals like Nature Communications and Journal of Materials Chemistry C. Andersen's primary research support derives from the DTU-funded Ph.D. project "Tailoring Metal-Organic Frameworks for Base Metal Electrocatalysis" (2021-2025), supervised by Professor K. S. Pedersen with Dr. Susanne Mossin as co-supervisor. This project achieved significant visibility through 11 X (Twitter) mentions, Facebook dissemination, Wikipedia citations, and news coverage, reflecting its impact on sustainable catalysis research.
Johan Peter Uldall Fynbo is a Full Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute and affiliated with the Cosmic Dawn Center (DAWN) at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on Gamma-ray bursts , quasars , gravitational wave sources , and early Universe galaxies . Born 1971 in Vejle, Denmark Married to Charlotte Harkjær Fynbo (2003) with two children Fluent in Danish, English, and German Academic background: Cand. scient in Physics (1998), Århus University PhD in Natural Science (2000), Århus University Research interests center on spectroscopy of gamma-ray burst host galaxies , quasar absorption systems , and gravitational wave counterparts . He studies damped Lyman-alpha absorbers and metal-rich galaxies to understand cosmic chemical evolution. Selected publications include kilonovae associated with neutron star mergers, Gaia-assisted quasar discoveries, and dark burst investigations. His work bridges transient phenomena and galaxy formation across cosmic time. Scientific awards : Vennerne Hans Hansen og Bjarne Preetzmann-Aggerholm's Legat (1991) European Southern Observatory Research Fellowship (2000) Direktør M. C. Holst's Legat (2012) Teaching includes courses on Galaxies, Cosmology, and Observational Astrophysics. He has supervised over 10 PhD students and numerous Master's candidates on topics related to gamma-ray bursts and quasar environments .
Kristoffer Haldrup is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics Materials Physics in Time and Space, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on ultrafast structural dynamics, X-ray scattering techniques, and photochemical processes in materials. He has contributed to advancements in X-ray free-electron laser microscopy and time-resolved studies of solvation dynamics and excited-state phenomena. Research interests include structural dynamics of molecular systems, solvation processes, and applications of X-ray techniques to study nanomaterials and photoactive materials. Key areas include microstructural dynamics, femtosecond X-ray scattering, and the interplay between electronic and structural changes in materials. Recent work emphasizes real-time imaging of structural changes using X-ray microscopy, particularly in systems such as ferroelectric thin films and photoexcited halides. His studies bridge fundamental physics with applications in energy materials and nanotechnology. Haldrup supervises multiple PhD projects, including ultrafast X-ray studies of battery materials, solar energy conversion, and aqueous solvation dynamics. He collaborates internationally and utilizes state-of-the-art facilities like the European XFEL for experiments.
Per Møldrup is a Professor at the Department of the Built Environment, Aalborg University, within The Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on soil hydrology, environmental engineering, and geotechnical systems. He leads projects such as the Sustainable Living Lab (AAU LeadENG) and has contributed to over 448 publications. Key research areas include soil water repellency, gas diffusion in soils, and sustainable building materials. Research Highlights: Developed physics-informed neural networks for soil water retention modeling. Explored prokaryotic community influences on soil properties in natural habitats. Investigated recycled concrete aggregates for road pavements. Notable Awards: Teacher of the Year 2022, 2020, and 2014 at Aalborg University. Best Paper Award at RM4L2020 Conference. His work bridges environmental science and engineering, emphasizing sustainable solutions for soil and urban systems. He collaborates widely, contributing to projects on Greenlandic agriculture, Danish soil mapping, and anthropogenic chemical impacts.
Professor Tom André Jos Vosch is affiliated with the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on DNA-templated nanomaterials and optical spectroscopy, with significant contributions to understanding luminescent silver nanoclusters. His research interests center on Nanospectroscopy and DNA Nanotechnology , particularly the synthesis and characterization of DNA-stabilized silver nanoclusters for biomedical imaging applications. Current work explores near-infrared emission mechanisms, anti-Stokes processes, and atomic-level structural analysis of nanoclusters ranging from Ag 11 to Ag 28 systems. Analysis of recent publications (2024-2025) reveals consistent focus on Atomic-resolution structural characterization Near-infrared optical properties Quantum yield optimization DNA-nanocluster interaction mechanisms Novel analytical methodologies Applications in bioimaging While no specific awards or students are listed in available materials, his 139 research outputs demonstrate sustained productivity in nanomaterials science. His laboratory operates within the Nanospectroscopy group at the University of Copenhagen, as indicated by his research website.
Simon Jappe Lange is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he conducts research in ultrafast infrared and terahertz science. His work bridges academia and industry, with a focus on terahertz imaging, spectroscopy, and layer thickness measurements. He is the founder of Denmark’s first terahertz startup, reflecting his strong engagement with technological innovation and entrepreneurship. His research interests span terahertz engineering, photomultiplier tubes, electric field sensing, and non-invasive biomedical detection. He actively promotes cross-disciplinary and international collaboration to accelerate advancements in terahertz technology. His work is highly applied, with real-world implications in healthcare, sustainability, and industrial monitoring. The recent articles demonstrate a consistent trend in enhancing terahertz detection systems—particularly through the development of photomultiplier tubes and interferometric methods—while expanding applications into biomedical diagnostics such as non-invasive glucose monitoring. His publications reflect a growing influence in both engineering and biomedical optics domains. Correction of systematic low-frequency time delay errors in THz systems (2024) Development of high-sensitivity THz photomultiplier tube (2024) Fourier-transform THz spectroscopy using THz-PMT (2024) Glucose detection via THz attenuated total reflectance (2024) Leveraging nonlinearity in THz photomultiplier tubes (2024) Simon Jappe Lange supervises multiple PhD students across key projects including terahertz spectroscopy for maritime coatings, confined water systems, non-invasive analyte detection, extreme-environment sensing, and novel cross-correlation systems. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He is involved in several funded research projects, indicating active grant support. He is affiliated with DTU’s photonics research group, where he contributes to a dynamic team advancing terahertz technologies. His lab appears to focus on experimental terahertz systems, sensor development, and spectroscopic applications, often in collaboration with other leading researchers such as P. U. Jepsen and E. J. R. Kelleher.
Marianne Vestergaard is a Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, specifically affiliated with the Dark Cosmology Centre (DARK). She has been a faculty member since returning to the University of Copenhagen in 2009 as a Freja Fellow. Her research focuses on distant, young galaxies called quasars, particularly studying the physics of supermassive black holes at their centers. Dr. Vestergaard earned her PhD in Astrophysics from the Niels Bohr Institute in 1999 with a dissertation titled "Are Radio-loud Quasars Rebellious or Are Radio-quiets Just Plain Untalented? A Study of the Ultraviolet Broad Emission Line Profiles in High-Redshift Radio-loud and Radio-quiet Quasars." Prior to her PhD, she completed her Master of Science at the University of Copenhagen in 1992. She conducted research at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics during her PhD studies and subsequently worked at Ohio State University, University of Arizona, and Tufts University before returning to Copenhagen. Marianne Vestergaard's primary research interest is in the physics of distant, young galaxies called quasars. These objects emit powerful radiation due to material falling onto supermassive black holes at the centers of galaxies. She specializes in determining the mass of these black holes and investigating how the powerful energy emission from the central active nucleus affects their surroundings. Her work employs a wide array of telescopes both in space and on Earth, sensitive to X-ray, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, sub-millimeter and radio radiation. Recently, she has utilized data from the Very Large Telescope at the European Southern Observatory in Chile, Atacama Pathfinder Experiment (APEX), Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA), Hubble Space Telescope, and Swift X-ray and UV-optical telescope. Analysis of Dr. Vestergaard's recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a strong focus on active galactic nuclei (AGN) physics, particularly through the AGN STORM 2 project. Her work examines accretion disk dynamics, black hole mass measurements, reverberation mapping techniques, and the relationship between central black holes and their host galaxies. She frequently collaborates on multi-wavelength observational campaigns, combining data from X-ray through radio wavelengths to build comprehensive models of AGN structure and behavior. A significant portion of her recent work involves studying specific AGN like Mrk 817 and NGC 7469 to understand accretion physics in detail. Året Harald (2016) KIF (Women in Physics) Honorary Award (2024) Jens Martin Prisen (2015) Dr. Vestergaard has been actively involved in numerous international collaborations and research projects throughout her career. Her work has generated significant interest in the scientific community, with her publications being referenced by multiple news outlets, blogged about, and shared across social media platforms. She has participated in public outreach activities, giving lectures at institutions like Folkeuniversitetet in Aarhus and Copenhagen on topics including "Giant black holes, quasars and baby galaxies." Her research has been featured in media outlets such as Videnskabernes Verden ("World of the Sciences"). As a member of the Dark Cosmology Centre at the Niels Bohr Institute, Dr. Vestergaard is part of a research environment dedicated to understanding the dark components of the universe - dark matter and dark energy. The center combines observational, theoretical, and computational approaches to cosmological research, with particular strengths in high-redshift astronomy, galaxy formation and evolution, and the physics of active galactic nuclei.
Niels Erik Olesen is a Postdoc researcher at the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the Nano Bio Integrated Systems group. He serves as Contact Person for the DTU project "Active Wearable Sensors for Monitoring of Levodopa in Parkinson’s Disease" (2023-2025) and is a Member of the International Electrotechnical Commission (2022-2026). His ORCID profile (0009-0001-3908-5043) and institutional email nieol@dtu.dk confirm his active DTU affiliation. Research interests center on electrochemical sensors and drug delivery systems. Early work (2012-2018) focused on biopharmaceutics, including thermodynamic modeling of cyclodextrin formulations, bile salt interactions, and drug-polymer solubility prediction using DSC/ITC techniques. Current research pivots to wearable sensor technology, specifically microneedle-based porous gold electrochemical sensors for real-time levodopa monitoring in Parkinson's disease patients, as evidenced by his active project and 2024 conference presentation. His 15 most recent publications (2015-2018) reveal strong methodological innovation in pharmaceutical formulation science. Key themes include DSC-based solubility prediction (7 articles), cyclodextrin-bile salt displacement mechanisms (4 articles), and polymer molecular weight effects on drug miscibility (3 articles). The shift toward electrochemical sensors is documented in his 2023 project but not yet reflected in publications, indicating emerging research direction. No scientific awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided sources. Olesen leads the DTU research project on Parkinson's disease wearable sensors (100% focus on levodopa monitoring) and presented preliminary work as Guest Lecturer at a conference in November 2024. No student advisement is documented, though his project involves interdisciplinary collaboration. The International Electrotechnical Commission membership (2022-2026) suggests industry-standardization contributions. He operates within DTU's Nano Bio Integrated Systems group, focusing on nanoscale biointegration. His current project team develops microneedle-based electrochemical sensors for continuous levodopa monitoring, aiming to translate lab research into clinical Parkinson's management tools through wearable technology.
Simone Vejlgaard Holm is a PhD Fellow at the Niels Bohr Institute , University of Copenhagen, affiliated with the Cosmic Dawn Center (DAWN) . Her research focuses on astrophysics, cosmology, and galaxy formation at high redshifts. Research Interests : High-redshift galaxies, Lyman-α absorption/emission, interstellar medium, quasar-galaxy interactions, and early universe structure formation. Email : simone.vejlgaard@nbi.ku.dk Contact : +4535323108 | Jagtvej 155A, 2200 København N. Recent Publications (2023–2024) 2024: Study of radio-bright quasars and damped Lyman-α absorption in early galaxies. 2024: JWST analysis of obscured AGN and star-forming hosts at z ∼ 4.53. 2023: X-shooter spectroscopy of GRB 210905A host galaxy at z=6.3. Collaborations She collaborates with international researchers such as Johan Peter Uldall Fynbo , Darach Watson , and Gabriel Brammer , focusing on cosmic dawn, galaxy formation, and AGN studies.
Casper Vindahl Jensen is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His work focuses on advanced spectroscopic techniques for analyzing molecular structures and dynamics, particularly in gas-phase systems. His research interests center on physical chemistry and molecular spectroscopy , with expertise in hydrogen-bonded species, OH-stretching dynamics, and gas-phase equilibrium studies. Key methodologies include cavity ring-down spectroscopy, infrared-visible absorption measurements, and overtone spectroscopy for precise molecular characterization. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on hydrogen bonding networks (methanol clusters, hydroperoxides), temperature-dependent molecular behavior , and gas-phase photophysics . The 2022 high-impact paper in Current Biology (150+ citations) demonstrates interdisciplinary work in environmental DNA monitoring, though his core research remains in physical chemistry. Notable scientific contributions include: First gas-phase detection of tert-butyl hydroperoxide dimer (2023) Room-temperature equilibrium constants for methanol clusters (2024) High-precision OH-stretching dynamics in hydrogen-bonded systems (2025) Jensen actively collaborates with Prof. Henrik G. Kjaergaard's research group and maintains technical partnerships across atmospheric chemistry and environmental monitoring fields. His laboratory work utilizes advanced laser spectroscopy setups at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Chemistry facility (Universitetsparken 5, Copenhagen).
