جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Iskra Dukovska-Popovskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Circular Economy
• Machine Learning
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Iskra Dukovska-Popovska is an Associate Professor at the Department of Materials and Production, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering and has over 20 years of research experience focusing on sustainable supply chains, circular economy, healthcare operations, and product development methodologies. Her research integrates machine learning, information systems, and operational research to address challenges in textile recycling, fresh food logistics, and healthcare resource optimization. Recent projects include SATIN (Nordic circular textile systems), RefArc (healthcare reference models), and SmartLog Plus (supply chain innovation). She has supervised 1 Ph.D. student and contributed to over 75 peer-reviewed publications. Key research themes include: End-of-life textile systems and consumer engagement Machine learning applications in surgery duration prediction Manufacturing workforce skill transitions for sustainability Agile-stage gate hybrid product development processes Notable awards include the 2023 NOFOMA Best Paper Award for textile recycling research, 2019 John Burbidge Award for forecasting models, and 2016 Holland Award for product development innovation. She has also contributed to policy development through impacts like the Nordic textile supply-demand balance analysis. Current activities involve cross-industry collaborations on circular economy implementation, digital transformation in manufacturing, and sustainable healthcare operations optimization through data-driven approaches.

Elizabeth Jochumمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Health Technology
• Art and Technology
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Elizabeth Jochum is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication and Psychology, Aalborg University, within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She heads the Research Laboratory for Art and Technology (RELATE) and coordinates projects like the European ABRA initiative on Artificial Biology, Robotics, and Art, and the ImprovAIze project linking machine learning with dance and wearables. Her research bridges visual/performing arts with robotics and assistive technologies to foster human-centered, value-sensitive designs addressing societal needs. Education: PhD in Theatre (University of Colorado Boulder, 2013), MA in Theatre (2008), BA in Theatre and Italian (Wellesley College, 2001). Research focuses on transdisciplinary collaboration in human-robot interaction, health, and engineering. Notable projects include CRERoB (Center for Rehabilitation Robotics) and AHH (Arts, Health, and Humanities cluster). She also serves as a Part-Time Lecturer at IT University of Copenhagen (2016). Awards: Recognized among the Top 50 Women in Robotics by Robohub (2021). Key contributions span creative robotics in theatre, socially assistive robots for mental health, and AI-driven dance improvisation. Administrative roles include Semester Coordinator for Art and Technology, Study Board Member for KUNST (Art, Health, and Technology), and coordinator for Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters in Media Arts Cultures. Her work emphasizes ethical, inclusive, and artistic approaches to technology.

Izabella Obálمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Neurology
• Rehabilitation Robotics
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Izabella Obál is a Clinical Associate Professor at Aalborg University Hospital, affiliated with the Department of Clinical Medicine under The Faculty of Medicine. She is also part of the Center for Rehabilitation Robotics, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of neurology and robotics. Her work emphasizes neurological disorders like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), motor neuron disease, and rehabilitation engineering. She has contributed to projects such as the CRERoB initiative (2024–2027) and the development of adaptive hybrid control frameworks for ALS patients. Her research spans biomarker development, diagnostic aids using transcranial magnetic stimulation, and assistive robotics for severely disabled individuals. Collaborations include experts in neurology, biomedical engineering, and robotics. Obál’s research outputs (17+ publications) highlight clinical-neuroengineering solutions, including studies on Penn upper motor neuron scoring variability and thrombolysis in pregnancy-related strokes. Her work is published in journals like Journal of Neurology and Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology . She actively participates in multidisciplinary teams advancing rehabilitation robotics, aiming to improve quality of life for individuals with progressive neurological conditions. Current projects focus on tongue-brain interfaces and exoskeleton systems for motor-impaired patients.

Andreas Kornmaaler Hansenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Industry 4.0
• Digital Transformation
• Robotics (Manufacturing)
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Andreas Kornmaaler Hansen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His primary affiliation is with the AAU Design Lab. He holds a PhD in Human-Centred Production and focuses on Industry 4.0, manufacturing innovation, and human-robot interaction. His work addresses digital transformation challenges in SMEs, workforce competency development, and assistive robotics applications. Research interests include: Robotization in manufacturing work environments Human-centred design of industrial technologies SME digitalization barriers and solutions Collaborative robotics training methodologies Recent publications highlight participatory studies in socially assistive robotics for mental health, thematic analysis of manufacturing robotization, and interpretive structural models for SME production improvements. He contributes to projects like ZeroWaste (2024-2028) and Innovation Factory North (2019-2022), focusing on transforming manufacturing ecosystems. Key collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams addressing Industry 4.0 challenges through learning factories and sandbox approaches. His work emphasizes bridging technological innovation with human-centric considerations in production systems.

• Dysphagia
• Geriatrics
• Rehabilitation Medicine
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Dr. Dorte Melgaard Kristiansen is an Associate Professor and Senior Researcher at Aalborg University Hospital's Department of Clinical Medicine, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary clinical research addressing dysphagia in older adults and frail populations, with a strong emphasis on geriatrics, rehabilitation, and patient-centered care. She has pioneered interventions to integrate early screening for oropharyngeal dysphagia into clinical practice. Her research bridges gaps between hospitals, rehabilitation units, and municipal health services, ensuring practical applicability of evidence-based strategies. She collaborates internationally to enhance comparative approaches in aging and dysphagia care, contributing to globally transferable solutions. Key achievements include developing a screening intervention for hospitalized geriatric patients and winning the 2024 Idépris (Idea Prize) for a palliative care concept enabling vulnerable elderly to die at home. Her work is published in high-impact journals and has been featured in media for innovations in dysphagia and geriatric care. Research Focus: Dysphagia, geriatric care transitions, frailty, and interdisciplinary care pathways Awards: Idépris (2024) for palliative care innovation Collaborations: International networks in aging and rehabilitation research

Agneta Ghoseمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Sustainability Science
• Data Management
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Agneta Ghose is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sustainability and Planning within Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design. Her work focuses on advancing Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies, data sharing practices, and sustainability science, particularly in bio-based systems and circular economy frameworks. She leads and contributes to projects such as ASCCENT (CO2 storage in construction materials) and ALIGNED (harmonizing LCA methods for bio-based sectors). Her research interests include FAIR data principles for LCA, ontology development for sustainability data integration, and environmental impact assessments for buildings and bio-based products. She has published extensively on topics like EPD harmonization, LCA methodological challenges, and carbon flux modeling in forests. Key contributions include the core ontology for Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment on the Semantic Web and frameworks for bio-based product evaluation. Recipient of the ESWC 2019 Best Poster Award for open dataset and ontology work Active in initiatives like the LCS group's LCA reading club and international conferences Collaborates with institutions globally on bioeconomy, climate mitigation, and sustainable construction Her projects emphasize translating academic research into actionable tools for industries, such as standardized LCI data templates and frameworks for net-zero construction products.

Ulrik Stenz Justesenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Antibiotic Resistance
• Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing
• Anaerobic Bacteria
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Ulrik Stenz Justesen is a Clinical Professor at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), affiliated with the Department of Clinical Research and the Research Unit of Clinical Microbiology in Odense. He collaborates with institutions like KI (Kantonsspital Luzern) and OUH (Odense University Hospital). His expertise lies in antibiotic resistance, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, anaerobic bacteria, and the intersection of cancer and bacteria. Research Interests: His work focuses on understanding antibiotic resistance mechanisms in pathogens such as Bacteroides fragilis , developing diagnostic methods for anaerobic bacteria, and exploring how bacteria contribute to cancer development. He also emphasizes surveillance of resistance trends and improving clinical microbiology practices through standardized testing protocols like EUCAST. Publications: Recent studies highlight his contributions to tracking resistance evolution in Bacteroides fragilis over six decades, evaluating media for anaerobic cultures, and leading European surveillance initiatives like ReSuBacfrag. These publications underscore his dedication to combating resistance through both research and applied diagnostics. Awards: Recipient of the DSKM Research Prize (2019) and ESCMID Fellow designation (2017). Advising & Grants: He advises PhD student Nielsen, F. D. on the project "The role of gut bacteria as biomarkers and a cause of colorectal cancer" (2023–2025), funded to explore gut microbiota’s potential in cancer biomarker discovery. His grants support initiatives merging bioinformatics and clinical microbiology. Labs & Teams: Active in the Research Unit of Clinical Microbiology (Odense) , TE Andersen Lab , and the Center for Microbial Genome Sequencing . Collaborates internationally on resistance surveillance and diagnostic advancements.

Lotte Abildgrenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Patient Safety
• Human Factors
• Clinical Practice
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Lotte Abildgren is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with Odense University Hospital (OUH) and the Centre for Patient Communication (CFPK) in Odense. She holds roles as a researcher, education coordinator, and clinical nurse specialist with over 25 years of healthcare experience. Her academic background includes a PhD from the Faculty of Health Sciences (Syddansk Universitet). Research focuses on patient safety, healthcare teamwork, and simulation-based training efficacy. Key areas include human factor skill transfer from training to clinical practice, adverse event prevention, and interprofessional education. She has conducted systematic reviews on ICU sedation impacts and pioneered hybrid methodologies combining cognitive ethnography and phenomenology for healthcare safety studies. Active in three research projects: Mennesket i Sundhedssystemet (2024-2027), SimLEARN (2018-2024), and another Mennesket i Sundhedssystemet initiative. These address healthcare system human factors, adverse event reduction through interprofessional training, and patient-centered care innovations. Teaching responsibilities include coordinating nursing education programs and developing blended learning materials. Her work emphasizes adult learning theories and competency transfer in complex clinical environments. Lotte's contributions span 7 peer-reviewed publications and 3 active research projects. She maintains collaborations within healthcare safety networks and contributes to international journals like Advances in Simulation and Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences .

Rikke Gadeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Vision
• Image Processing
• Robot Vision
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Rikke Gade is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. Her research focuses on Visual Analysis and Perception, AI for the People, and Mobility and Tracking Technologies. She has established herself as a leading researcher in computer vision applications across multiple domains including sports analytics, animal welfare, and human-computer interaction. Dr. Gade earned her PhD in Computer Vision from Aalborg University in 2015 with her dissertation "Taking the Temperature of Sports Arenas - Automatic Analysis of People." Prior to this, she completed her M.Sc. in Informatics with specialization in Vision, Graphics and Interactive Systems in 2011, and her B.Sc. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering in 2009. Her research interests span Computer Vision, Image Processing, Robot Vision, and Thermal Imaging with applications in diverse fields. She has pioneered work in using thermal imaging for sports analytics, developing systems for tracking athletes and analyzing movement patterns in sports arenas. More recently, her research has expanded into AI applications for animal welfare, particularly developing computer vision systems for detecting pain and stress in horses through facial expression analysis. Dr. Gade's publications reveal a clear progression from foundational work in thermal imaging and sports analytics toward more complex applications in healthcare, animal welfare, and smart building systems. Her most recent work shows increasing focus on ethical AI applications that serve societal needs, as evidenced by projects like "AI for the People" and research on equine pain detection. Best Paper Award at Conference CISBAT 2021 (Lausanne, Switzerland) Dr. Gade actively supervises PhD students, including Alves, J.M. on equine affective state assessment. She has secured significant research funding, including a major grant from the Independent Research Fund Denmark for developing AI systems to detect pain in horses. Her collaborative approach is evident in her involvement in multiple interdisciplinary projects spanning computer science, veterinary medicine, and building science. She leads the Visual Analysis and Perception research group at Aalborg University, focusing on practical applications of computer vision technologies. Her team works closely with industry partners on real-world implementations, particularly in sports analytics and animal welfare applications. Current projects include developing AI systems for road damage detection in collaboration with Faxe Kommune and creating advanced tracking systems for sports performance analysis.

Markus Löchtefeldمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human Computer Interaction
• Sustainability
• Interaction Design
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Markus Löchtefeld is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within the Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. He holds leadership roles as Head of Studies and Deputy Head of Department. His research focuses on Human Computer Interaction, Sustainable Design, Wearable Technology, and Electrochromic Displays. Löchtefeld has contributed to over 113 publications and 6 research projects, including initiatives like 'Design Vocabularies' and 'Digital Empowerment Tools for Green Citizen-Driven Initiatives.' His work emphasizes sustainability through projects such as 'Design for Long-life Smart Products' and 'EcoPlotter,' a toolkit for electrochromic displays. Key collaborations include the ERASMUS+ funded 'ABRA: Artificial Biology, Robotics, and Art.' He has received the Best Paper Award at ACM MobileHCI 2017. Research Interests: Interaction Design, Wearable Devices, Sustainable ICT, Electrochromic Materials Notable Projects: Design Vocabulary Book Series Longevity Strategies for Smart Products Virtual Reality for Sustainability Education Löchtefeld's articles explore topics like peripheral vision training in VR, tangible tokens for product longevity, and ethical UX design's environmental impact. His work bridges technology and sustainability, addressing both technical innovation and societal challenges.

Edlira Dushkuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cybersecurity
• Internet of Things (IoT) Security
• Remote Attestation
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Edlira Dushku is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University (Denmark), affiliated with the Cyber Security Group. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Sapienza University of Rome and has held postdoctoral positions at DTU Compute, Denmark. Her research focuses on IoT Security, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Fog Computing, particularly in remote attestation and hardware security. Education: 2023: University Pedagogical Programme, Aalborg University 2016–2020: PhD in Computer Science, Sapienza University of Rome 2013: MSc in Computer Science, University of Tirana 2010: BSc in Computer Science, University of Tirana Research Interests: Dr. Dushku specializes in securing IoT devices and distributed systems through remote attestation, blockchain applications, and machine learning-based security. She explores challenges in fog computing, PUF protection, and adversarial defense mechanisms. Her work emphasizes trust management and public verifiability in IoT ecosystems. Teaching: She teaches courses like Security in IoT and Cloud Architectures (MSc) and Computer System Security (BSc) at Aalborg University. Previously, she was an academic supervisor for students with special needs at DTU. Grants & Projects: Coordinator of the EUopStart proposal for MSCA (2024) Guest editor for MDPI Sensors Special Issue on IoT Security Program chairs for multiple conferences (e.g., FMEC 2021) Lab & Collaborations: Collaborates with industry partners like Terma and Develco Products, focusing on applied IoT security solutions. Her work bridges academia and industry through co-supervised theses and real-world system implementations.

Rasmus Antoftمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of professions
• Biographical research
• Sociology and literature
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Rasmus Antoft is the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at Aalborg University. His academic work focuses on sociology of professions, biographical research, and qualitative methodologies. He has led projects like 'Sundhedsplanlægning i interorganisatorisk perspektiv' (2000-2004) and participated in studies on pharmaceutical interactions and patient education. Antoft holds a professorship with extensive publications spanning qualitative case studies, healthcare sociology, and interdisciplinary research. His recent work includes exploring pedagogical creativity in sociology classrooms and the intersection of poetic imagination with sociological analysis. Research interests include organizational sociology, interactionism, and the sociological analysis of everyday life. His 58+ publications cover topics such as patient education, professional collaboration in healthcare, and global risk societies. He actively participates in academic activities like the CREATE KICK-OFF workshop (2022) and holds board roles in organizations like the Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research.

Alex Elkjær Vasegaardمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Operations Research
• Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alex Elkjær Vasegaard is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Materials and Production at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, specializing in human-AI decision systems for satellite and drone operations. His work focuses on making space technologies accessible for societal impact in smaller nations like Denmark. Education Ph.D. in Operations Research (2020-2023) MSc in Mathematics and Economics (Operations Research) (2017-2019) BSc in Mathematics and Economics (2014-2017) Research Focus Alex develops preference-based optimization frameworks to align autonomous systems with human decision-makers, particularly for disaster response and smart city operations . His core expertise spans multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDM), satellite scheduling algorithms, and UAV coordination, with strong contributions to UN Sustainable Development Goals through accessible Earth observation technologies. Publication Trends His 2024-2025 work shows intense focus on satellite image acquisition scheduling and drone detection systems , integrating MCDM with novel path algorithms. Key themes include human preference modeling in Earth observation, AI-driven oncology solutions, and open-source frameworks like EOSpython, bridging operations research with real-world societal applications. Awards ICRCA 2021 Best presentation award (2021) Rejselegat for matematikere travel grant (2019) Collaborations and Outreach He actively collaborates across engineering and computer science domains, evidenced by 6 similar research profiles in scheduling and UAV systems. His media feature 'BESLUTNINGER FRA HIMLEN' (2024) reached 6 Mendeley readers and 4 X users, highlighting public engagement with space technology decision-making. Research Group Alex operates within Aalborg University's Section of Applied Systems Research (Artificial Intelligence for Operations Research), developing practical tools for satellite mission planning and drone surveillance systems with societal impact.

Xing Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Globalization and Social Change
• China and International Relations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Xing Li is a Professor in the Department of Politics and Society at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. Their research focuses on global political dynamics, particularly China's role in international relations, multi-order world governance, and Arctic peace initiatives. Key projects include the 'Anticipating Governance in the Coming Multi-Order World' (2023-2026) and 'Preserving the Arctic as an International Zone of Peace' (2021-2023). Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but Li's expertise spans international relations theory, political economy, and development studies. Their research interests integrate themes like globalization, social change, and East Asian regional integration, often addressing contemporary challenges in global governance. Recent research trends include interdisciplinary collaboration between political science and technical fields (e.g., energy systems and materials science), as evidenced by publications on fuel cell diagnostics and battery technologies. These studies highlight innovative applications of data-driven methods in both social and engineering contexts. Li has received the 'Teacher of the Year' award (2020) and has supervised one PhD student, J. Pang. They actively engage in academic activities, including organizing conferences on global south dynamics and multi-order world narratives. Li's work is supported by grants from institutions like the Asia Foundation and has been widely disseminated through media outlets like China Daily and South China Morning Post .

Jesper Smitمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Infectious Diseases
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jesper Smit is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, affiliated with Aalborg University Hospital. He holds the clinical title of Ledende overlæge (Chief Physician). His primary affiliations include the Medicinsk afdeling in Thisted, Farsø/Hobro/Thisted regions. Active since 2008, he has published extensively in infectious diseases and epidemiology. Research interests focus on infectious diseases , antibiotic resistance mechanisms , and epidemiological analyses of bacteremia, Staphylococcus aureus infections, and emerging pathogens. He has led studies on extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing bacteria, congenital heart disease infection risks, and respiratory virus outcomes in hospitalized patients. His work demonstrates trends in population-based cohort studies , clinical outcomes analysis , and antimicrobial resistance patterns . Notable contributions include investigations into community-acquired infections, thromboembolic risks in pneumonia patients, and optimizing antibiotic therapies in hospitalized populations. Media engagements highlight his work on home-based antibiotic treatments and diabetes-related infection risks. Collaborations span Danish academic and clinical institutions, with datasets deposited in Figshare. He has supervised one PhD student and actively participated in medical conferences since 2008.