Bhaskar Reddy Sudireddy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on advanced materials for energy technologies, including solid oxide fuel cells, electrocatalysts, and ceramic processing. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) and industry innovation (SDG 9). His work emphasizes the development of high-performance electrodes, metal-supported solid oxide cells, and gas sensors. He leads projects on eco-friendly fabrication methods for energy storage systems and collaborates on piezoelectric materials sintered in humid air. His research group, Applied Ceramics and Processing, explores novel ceramic materials for applications in renewable energy and environmental monitoring. Advises five PhD students working on projects like high-temperature electrolysis cells and antiferroelectric materials. Supervises interdisciplinary research spanning electrochemistry, materials synthesis, and device fabrication. Located at DTU’s campus in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark, with extensive international collaborations.
Getachew Agmuas Adnew is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Forest and Landscape Ecology at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on isotope geochemistry applications to understand climate-relevant processes in extreme environments. Dr. Adnew's research interests center on isotope geochemistry , particularly clumped isotope measurements to investigate methane dynamics beneath the Greenland ice sheet and atmospheric CO 2 composition. His work bridges glaciology, atmospheric science, and climate change research, with significant contributions to understanding subglacial biogeochemical processes. He also participates in interdisciplinary projects like CloudRoots-Amazon22 that examine land-atmosphere interactions across multiple scales. Analysis of his 18 research outputs (15 journal articles and 3 conference abstracts from 2023-2025) reveals a strong thematic focus on methane emissions from subglacial environments and atmospheric isotope signatures . His work frequently employs advanced isotopic techniques to trace biogeochemical processes relevant to climate change. The research demonstrates increasing collaboration across international boundaries, particularly with European and South American institutions. Dr. Adnew actively collaborates with major climate research groups, including those led by T. Röckmann, T. Blunier, and C.J. Jørgensen. His work appears in high-impact journals such as Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta, Atmospheric Measurement Techniques, and Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society. His research has garnered attention across academic platforms with multiple citations and mentions in scientific networks. His current research involves field work at the Greenland ice sheet margin and analysis of atmospheric samples from various global locations. The ongoing projects suggest continued focus on understanding the connections between subglacial processes and global climate systems through innovative isotopic approaches.
John M. Woodley is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he leads research at the PROSYS - Process and Systems Engineering Centre and contributes to the DTU Microbes Initiative. With over 30 years of experience, he has established himself as a leading expert in biocatalysis and bioprocess engineering, with research spanning both theoretical and experimental work across multiple scales. His primary research interests focus on the interface of bioprocess engineering, process chemistry, and reaction engineering. Dr. Woodley's work encompasses multi-step biocatalysis (including systems biocatalysis and flow chemistry), downstream processing from biocatalytic reactors and fermentations (including ISPR), modeling tools for bioprocess assessment (thermodynamics, kinetics, process simulation, economic evaluation), and bio-oxidations (including oxygen supply methods). His enzymatic investigations particularly target alcohol oxidases, carbohydrate oxidases, cytochrome P450s, Baeyer-Villiger monooxygenases, and transaminases. His research portfolio demonstrates consistent innovation in sustainable chemical production, with particular emphasis on enzymatic synthesis of pharmaceuticals and chemicals from renewable resources. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on overcoming industrial implementation challenges, particularly regarding enzyme stability in various reactor environments, optimization of multi-enzyme systems, and scale-up methodologies for biocatalytic processes. Dr. Woodley actively supervises multiple PhD students and leads several significant research projects, including 'P450-based biocatalytic processes for the pharmaceutical industry' (2025-2028), 'Integrated model for up- and downstream bioprocess intensification' (2024-2027), and 'ENFACE: A tool for prediction of enzyme stability at gas-liquid interfaces' (2024-2027). His work has resulted in an impressive publication record of 781 research outputs across various formats, including journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. His research group operates within the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at DTU, utilizing advanced facilities for biocatalysis research, including specialized reactor systems for studying gas-liquid interfaces, computational modeling resources, and laboratories for enzyme characterization and bioprocess development. Through his leadership in the PROSYS center, he contributes to DTU's strategic focus on sustainable process technologies and systems engineering.
Adane Tilahun Getachew serves as an Associate Professor at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in bioactive compounds analysis and application within food science. His research integrates green extraction technologies with sustainable food processing to valorize marine and agricultural byproducts. His primary research interests focus on antioxidant mechanisms , bioactive compound recovery , and advanced extraction methodologies including supercritical fluids and subcritical water processing. Key application areas include marine lipid extraction from invasive species like starfish and round goby, plant protein isolation from legumes and lupin seeds, and stabilization of omega-3 enriched food products. His work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through waste reduction and sustainable resource utilization. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on extraction optimization (particularly supercritical CO 2 and pressurized liquid methods), marine bioactives (seaweed, starfish, shrimp waste), and food product development (mayonnaise, packaging films, protein concentrates). Dominant themes include response surface methodology applications, seasonal variation impacts on bioactive yields, and techno-functional properties of extracted compounds. His collaborative projects demonstrate extensive interdisciplinary work across European research initiatives: SUSTAINABLE JET FUELS (2024-2027): Micro-algal cell factories for zero-waste aviation fuel GrExOmega (2022-2025): Green extraction of omega-3 from invasive marine species AlgaeVita (2025-2027): Biofortified algae ingredients rich in vitamin D3 and omega-3 SBbioact (2019-2022): Biorefinery of Nordic brown algae bioactives Dr. Getachew leads research on sustainable food systems with emphasis on waste valorization and green processing technologies, maintaining active collaborations with multiple European institutions through DTU's National Food Institute infrastructure.
Jørgen Arendt Jensen is a Professor of Biomedical Signal Processing at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), with dual affiliations in the Department of Health Technology and the Department of Electrical Engineering (DTU Elektro). He leads the Center for Fast Ultrasound Imaging (CFU), a collaborative initiative involving DTU, BK Medical, Rigshospitalet, and DTU Nanotech. His research focuses on advanced medical ultrasound technologies, including synthetic aperture imaging, vector flow imaging, and ultrasound simulation, aiming to improve clinical image acquisition efficiency and accuracy. He teaches medical imaging courses and co-initiated the joint biomedical engineering program between DTU and the University of Copenhagen. Jensen’s work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. His research interests span algorithm development for fast ultrasound imaging, blood velocity characterization, and simulation of ultrasound systems. He supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates on projects involving transducer design, real-time imaging systems, and microvascular pathology analysis. Recent publications emphasize advancements in super-resolution ultrasound imaging, transducer optimization, and pressure gradient estimation. His lab, CFU, develops cutting-edge imaging solutions for clinical applications. Jensen’s contributions include patents on ultrasound imaging techniques and collaborative ventures to enhance diagnostic capabilities through interdisciplinary engineering.
Henrik Rasmus Andersen is a Professor at the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, Water Technology & Processes at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on water treatment processes, particularly the occurrence, transformation, and removal of micropollutants like pharmaceuticals and hormones. Key Research Areas: Chemical analysis, bioassays, ozonation, biofilter optimization, by-product profiling, and advanced oxidation processes. Projects: Leads initiatives like BIZON (ozone technology for fish farms) and Sustainable Industrial Laundry Wastewater Treatment , emphasizing sustainable solutions. Collaborations: Works with institutions such as University of Copenhagen and industry partners on municipal and industrial wastewater challenges. Education: Master of Science in Environmental Chemistry from Copenhagen University (1998).
Hossein Nami is an Associate Professor at the Department of Green Technology (IGT) and SDU Life Cycle Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark . His research focuses on Power-to-X , Hydrogen production , E-fuel , and system modeling for sustainable energy solutions. PhD, University of Tabriz (2018) Postdoc, Technical University of Denmark (2020-2022) Assistant Professor, University of Southern Denmark (2022-2025) Nami's research output includes 15 articles (2024-2026) on topics like ammonia-fueled fuel cells , geothermal cycles , chemical looping combustion , and electrolysis optimization . His work emphasizes techno-economic analysis, exergy efficiency, and multi-objective optimization for low-carbon energy systems. He leads the FLEX-ENVIRONMENT project (2024-2027) on electrolyzer integration and contributes to CARMA-Green Fuels (2023-2026) and GRACE (2025) for carbon management and grid-aware investment. His teaching includes supervision of MSc theses on renewable hydrocarbons and power-to-X technologies at SDU.
Wenjing Zhang is a Professor and Head of the Section for Water Technology and Processes at the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). She is also affiliated with the DTU Microbes Initiative, contributing to interdisciplinary research in sustainable water technologies and environmental nanomaterials. Professor, DTU Head of Section, Water Technology & Processes Member, DTU Microbes Initiative Her research spans nanofiber technology, electrospinning, membrane processes, and catalytic materials for environmental applications. She focuses on innovative solutions for water purification, plastic waste recycling, CO2 photoreduction, and green hydrogen production, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in advanced materials for environmental sustainability, particularly electrospun nanofibers, heterojunction photocatalysts, and ceramic membranes. These works emphasize applications in microplastic degradation, solid oxide cells, and chemical recycling of plastics, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach combining materials science, electrochemistry, and environmental engineering. Researcher at DTU Energy becomes honorary professor in China Wenjing Zhang actively supervises PhD students and leads multiple research projects, including EU and nationally funded initiatives on decentralized wastewater treatment and biocatalytic membrane systems. She collaborates with leading researchers and institutions, securing funding for high-impact environmental technologies. Her lab focuses on nanostructured membrane design and advanced fabrication of porous ceramics for industrial and municipal applications.
Wenjing (Angela) Zhang is a Professor and Head of Section for Water Technology and Processes at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering. She leads research on membrane technologies, nanofiber materials, and sustainable water treatment processes. Her research focuses on: Advanced membrane design for wastewater treatment and resource recovery Electrospinning and nanofiber applications in energy/environmental tech Photocatalytic plastic upcycling and microplastic degradation Green hydrogen production through innovative membrane systems Professor Zhang's publications demonstrate strong emphasis on material innovation for environmental solutions, particularly in membrane technology (nanofiber composites), electrocatalysis, and sustainable plastic waste management. Recent works show increasing focus on industrial wastewater applications and plastic upcycling. She has received scientific recognition including: Honorary Professorship in China (2018) As primary supervisor for multiple PhD projects, she mentors students in: Nanostructured membranes for hydrogen production Decentralized wastewater treatment systems Biocatalytic membranes for microplastic degradation Plastic upcycling photocatalysts She leads major funded projects including 'Sustainable Industrial Laundry Wastewater Treatment' and 'Nanostructured membrane design for Green Hydrogen Production'. She directs research within the Water Technology & Processes section, collaborating with DTU Microbes Initiative and international partners on sustainable water solutions.
Anker Degn Jensen is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he is affiliated with the CHEC Research Centre. His research spans chemical reaction engineering, catalysis, and particle technology with applications in energy and sustainability. His research interests include chemical reaction engineering , catalysis , combustion , gasification of solid fuels , flue gas cleaning (especially NOx and Hg removal), production of liquid fuels , and fluidized bed processes for coating and agglomeration in white biotechnology. His work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and climate action. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in bio-oil upgrading , ammonia synthesis , plasma-assisted methane conversion , and adsorption modeling . These works reflect a deep engagement with sustainable fuel production, catalytic process optimization, and fundamental surface reaction mechanisms. Conversion of Furfural as a Bio-Oil Model Compound An Adsorption Isotherm That Includes Interactions Plasma-Assisted Non-Oxidative Coupling of Methane Optimisation of a Haber-Bosch Synthesis Loop Production of Phenolic Compounds from Argan Shell Waste Anker Degn Jensen is actively supervising multiple PhD students and leading research projects in hydrogen production, CO2 and H2O electrochemical reduction, bio-oil hydrotreating, and catalytic upgrading of biomass. He is involved in over 100 projects, including active grants on Conversion of hydrocarbons to hydrogen , Modeling electrochemical CO2 reduction , and Catalytic upgrading of pyrolysis oil . He is associated with the CHEC Research Centre at DTU, a hub for chemical engineering and catalysis research. His team collaborates on advanced reactor designs and catalytic processes for renewable fuels and chemicals.
Professor Søren Kegnæs is a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at the Technical University of Denmark. He holds the rank of Professor and leads a research group focused on functional nanomaterials and heterogeneous catalysis. His work addresses industrial chemical production, including the synthesis of nanoparticles, zeolites, and high-surface-area materials with controlled porosity. Key research areas include CO₂ utilization, sustainable chemical processes, and catalytic conversion of bio-based feedstocks. Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry (Technical University of Denmark, 2009), M.Sc. in Chemistry (University of Copenhagen, 2005), and a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Copenhagen Business School, 2012). Research Interests: The Kegnæs Group explores the design and application of nanomaterials in catalytic systems. Current projects focus on CO₂ hydrogenation, methanation, and the development of zeolite-based catalysts for renewable energy applications. Their work emphasizes industrial relevance, particularly in reducing carbon footprints through sustainable chemical processes. Advising & Grants: Supervises multiple PhD students (e.g., Spyros C., Zhuo G.J.S., Iltsiou D.) and leads projects funded by grants such as the Design of Novel Heterogeneous Catalyst for Dry Reforming (2025–2028) and CO₂ Utilization Catalyst Development (2024–2027). Collaborates widely on topics like bio-based chemical valorization and catalytic oxidation. Labs/Teams: The Kegnæs Group operates within the Department of Chemistry, utilizing advanced facilities for materials synthesis and characterization. Their work is showcased on csc.kemi.dtu.dk and kegnaesgroup.dk .
Arash Nemati is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Energy Conversion and Storage, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on sustainable energy technologies, particularly solid oxide fuel cells, ammonia-fueled systems, and multiphysics modeling of energy conversion processes. He leads and participates in EU-funded projects such as RESCUE and X-SEED, aiming to advance renewable energy storage and green hydrogen production. His work addresses challenges in electrochemical systems, including durability, efficiency, and integration of renewable energy sources. He has received notable recognition, including a Highly-cited Paper award (Web of Science, 2022) and the DAAD Green Hydrogen Research Tour Scholarship (2024). Nemati actively supervises PhD students in areas like co-electrolysis and solid oxide electrolysis cell modeling. His expertise spans thermochemical processes, numerical simulations, and techno-economic evaluations of energy systems. Key projects include developing ammonia-driven reversible solid oxide cells for grid storage and optimizing pyrolysis-electrolysis systems for methanol and char production. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing clean energy and climate action.
Gyula Mate Kovács is a Research Fellow (Postdoctoral Researcher) at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. His research is funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation through the Global Wetland Center. Education Ph.D. in Remote Sensing of Wetlands, University of Copenhagen (2020–2024) M.Sc. in Geography and Geoinformatics, University of Copenhagen (2017–2019) B.Sc. in Environmental Management, Birkbeck University of London (2013–2017) Research Focus Dr. Kovács specializes in AI-driven remote sensing for wetland ecosystem analysis. His work integrates machine learning, deep learning, and satellite data fusion to quantify natural/anthropogenic impacts on wetlands at global scales. Key methodologies include time series analysis, cloud computing, and convolutional neural networks for applications like carbon mapping, water body detection, and land-use impact assessment. Publication Trends His 7 recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on wetland dynamics using satellite remote sensing, with themes spanning deep learning applications (CNN U-Net algorithms), greenhouse gas emissions in croplands, continental-scale wetland inventories, and ecosystem change detection. Research consistently employs advanced AI techniques to address environmental challenges in diverse regions like the Sahel and Europe. Funding & Affiliation Supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation via the Global Wetland Center, his work advances wetland monitoring capabilities. He collaborates with international teams on projects involving satellite data processing and ecological modeling.
Borja Valverde Pérez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research advances sustainable water resource recovery through biotechnology innovations. Research focuses on microalgae cultivation, microbial protein production, and bioelectrochemical systems for water treatment. Key projects explore nutrient recovery from waste streams and greenhouse gas mitigation in biological processes. Recent publications demonstrate innovative approaches to wastewater valorization, including microalgae-bacteria consortia for pollutant degradation and inorganic bioelectric systems for low-temperature denitrification. Work integrates experimental validation with life cycle assessment. He coordinates projects on industrial symbiosis and circular economy applications in water systems. Current initiatives investigate decarbonization pathways for water resource recovery facilities through energy-flexible operation.
Lars Diekhöner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials and Production at Aalborg University (Denmark), affiliated with The Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on surface physics, materials science, and nanotechnology, with emphasis on molecular adsorption, nanostructured materials, and quantum phenomena at surfaces. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Southern Denmark (2000) and completed a postdoc at the Max-Planck-Institut für Festkörperforschung (2001–2004). Education: PhD in Physics, University of Southern Denmark (2000) External Positions: Postdoc, Max-Planck-Institut für Festkörperforschung (2001–2004) His research interests include nanoscale carrier confinement in graphene , magnetic molecules on surfaces , and environmentally friendly coatings . Recent work explores Moiré superstructures for molecular patterning and terahertz spectroscopy for carrier dynamics analysis. He leads projects like Q-MAT (Magnetic molecules on surfaces) and METALcoat (Eco-friendly coating alternatives). Publications span over 20 years, with contributions to Physical Review B , Scientific Reports , and Advanced Materials Interfaces . His work often bridges surface science with applications in electronics, energy, and biomedical engineering. Grants/Projects: Q-MAT: Magnetic molecules on surfaces (2020–2025) METALcoat: Eco-friendly coating (2020–2022) Lab/Teams: Nanostructured Materials Group at Aalborg University's Nano-Science Center.
