Urban-Rural Relations Professors and Supervisors in Denmark

Jesper Willaing Zeuthenمشاهده پروفایل

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Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Jesper Willaing Zeuthen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Politics and Society, Aalborg University, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. His research focuses on Chinese governance mechanisms, particularly categorization practices in urban-rural dynamics, critical minerals, and mental health policies. He holds a PhD from Roskilde University (2010) and MA/BA from Aarhus University (2001/1999). Previously, he served as a Senior Analyst in the Danish Government (2013–2015) and a High School Teacher (2011–2012). He leads major projects like CatCh (Ruling through Division in China) and participates in interdisciplinary initiatives like MDMP (Social Credit System Impact). His recent work addresses Danish-Taiwanese relations, mental health stigma in China, and data collection under political constraints. Key publications explore Greenland-China relations, digital governance, and urbanization in Chengdu. Zeuthen actively engages in workshops on topics like Arctic cooperation, rural governance, and trust in governance systems. His research impacts policy through contributions to Greenland-related reports and public debates on critical minerals. He supervises PhD projects on Arctic resources and Sino-Italian migration.

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Kathrine Bjerg Bennikeمشاهده پروفایل

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Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Kathrine Bjerg Bennike is a Special Consultant at AAU OPEN (Aalborg University Library), focusing on Open Science, Open Access publishing, and research management support. She holds a PhD in gender and military identities from Aalborg University, with a theoretical framework in Feminist International Relations and critical military studies. Her research interests include gender dynamics in the armed forces, military masculinities, intersectionality, conflict studies, and peacekeeping/peacebuilding. She has served as a guest lecturer at Boston University in international relations and feminist studies. Education: PhD in Gender and Military Identities, Aalborg University Research Interests: Dr. Bennike's work examines gender equity in military organizations, intersectional analyses of soldier narratives, and the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325. She also contributes to institutional research evaluation frameworks, including the AAU Research Indicator and CoARA Agreement initiatives. Recent Focus Areas: Her recent projects emphasize reforming research assessment practices, institutional performance metrics, and open science policies. Collaborations include EU-funded initiatives like Skills4EOSC and CEERRA conferences on research evaluation reforms. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator: Gender, Peace, and Security in the Royal Danish Air Force (2016–2021) Co-Investigator: Construction of a Research Indicator for Aalborg University (2022–2023) Participant: Horizon Europe-funded CEERRA Conference (2025) Labs/Teams: Active member of AAU OPEN, leading dissemination efforts through the AAU OPEN Bridging Knowledge report series and open access advocacy networks.

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Serena Yunran Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

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Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Serena Yunran Zhang is a Research Fellow at the Department of Sociology and Social Work under Aalborg University's Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her work specializes in criminology, substance abuse, and gendered social dynamics with a China-focused perspective. Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2015-2020) Research focuses on: Integrating self-control, social control, and normalization theories to explain drug use patterns Examining gender differences in drug treatment outcomes across Hong Kong, China, and Canada Developing evidence-based insights for drug policy reform Investigating social network impacts on substance abuse among migrant populations Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Quantitative analysis of drug use determinants Peer association modeling Policy implications of criminological research Migration-related substance abuse risks Gendered perspectives in addiction studies China-specific sociological frameworks Professional Activities: Peer reviewer for: Substance Abuse Addiction Research & Theory Asian Journal of Criminology Substance Use & Misuse Contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through addiction policy research

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Niels Ulrik Sørensenمشاهده پروفایل

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Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Niels Ulrik Sørensen is a Professor at the Department of Culture and Learning, Aalborg University, affiliated with The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. He is a core member of the Centre for Youth Research (CeFU) and Green Societies. His work focuses on youth transitions, well-being, educational practices, and community art projects. He has led and participated in numerous research projects, including studies on youth participation in cultural activities, mental health in early careers, and LGBTQ+ youth experiences in schools. Research interests include youth social programs, embodied practices in education, and the role of nature in youth development. His recent work emphasizes qualitative methodologies and policy-relevant outcomes. He actively engages in public talks and media discussions on youth-related topics. Notable contributions include studies on youth transitions, the impact of cultural institutions on well-being, and the challenges faced by young workers in digital labor markets. His research often bridges academic and practical domains, influencing educational and social policies.

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Zhuang Qianمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Southern DenmarkDenmark

Zhuang Qian is a Research Fellow at the Department of Green Technology (IGT), University of Southern Denmark. Their work focuses on food systems sustainability, waste reduction, and climate-related initiatives. Active projects: Green transformation of Danish pork supply chain (2025-2026), EU WASTELESS project (2023-2025) Peer reviewer for Food Policy journal (2022) Research interests center on Food Waste mitigation, Food Systems optimization, and Carbon Neutrality strategies. Recent publications analyze behavioral drivers for food waste reduction and high-quality development frameworks for city-region food systems in China. Key article trends (2023): Household behavior analysis for food waste reduction Urban-rural food system integration in China Scientific recognition: Received collaborative prize for Danish pork supply chain green transformation research (2025)

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Óscar García Agustínمشاهده پروفایل

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Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Óscar García Agustín is a Professor at the Department of Culture and Learning, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Aalborg University. His work focuses on Democracy , Migration and Society , and Green Citizenship , with affiliations to the MIX - Center for Displacement, Migration and Integration. He has been active in research projects related to populism , Catalan politics , and intercultural discourse since 2002. His research spans Political Theory and Cosmopolitanism Migration Studies and Civil Society Green Movements and Land Use with particular emphasis on European populism and Latin American political dynamics . Recent publications highlight 2024 as a peak year for his work on Eurocommunism , Podemos , and democratic theory . He contributes to debates on cosmopolitan solidarity and political cleavages . He has participated in 45+ media engagements discussing topics like Venezuelan conflicts , Argentine elections , and European populism . His projects include collaborations across Denmark , Spain , and Latin America .

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Anne Tietjenمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Anne Tietjen is a Professor of Landscape Architecture and Transformation at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. She has held academic positions at the university since 2012, progressing from Assistant Professor (2012-2016) to Associate Professor (2016-2023) and Full Professor (since 2023). Her work bridges theory and practice at the intersection of landscape architecture, urban design, and planning, with a focus on the transformation of existing built environments and landscapes. Her research interests span multiple interconnected domains including strategic design and planning, urban/rural public space, heritage in planning, and design-based research methods. Tietjen's work is situated within relational spatial design and planning theory, specifically based on actor-network theory. She has a long-standing interest in collaborative transdisciplinary research and democratizing knowledge production with design-based tools, particularly architecture exhibitions. Her research addresses sustainable urban and rural development and quality of life for more than humans, with particular attention to the politics and agency of design. Analysis of her publication trends reveals a consistent focus on rural transformation and strategic planning, with increasing attention to climate heritage and democratic dimensions of public space. Her work shows a methodological commitment to design-based research and education, often using exhibitions as research tools. The geographical scope of her research spans from local Danish contexts to European collaborations, with notable projects in social housing and rural transformation across multiple countries. Professor Tietjen has secured significant research funding for projects including Climate Heritage Futures for Mandø (2024-2025), Quality of Life in Peripheral Rural Areas (2018-2023), Public Space in European Social Housing (2019-2022), Exploring Public Space in Rural Transformation (2019-2022), Reconfiguring Welfare Landscapes (2016-2020), and DEMOSSPACE (2016-2020). She leads the Transformation Studio course in the MSc Landscape Architecture program, which functions as an education-based design research laboratory collaborating with Danish municipalities. Tietjen brings extensive practical experience to her academic work, having 12 years of international experience in architecture and urban design practice before joining academia. She occasionally works as a consultant for strategic design and planning projects with Danish architecture firms. Her external positions include serving as an external examiner for higher artistic education programs in Denmark (2018-2022) and for engineering degrees in design and architecture (2018-2022), as well as chairing the expert group for architecture, design, product development and urban planning (2017-2021).

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Lise Tjørringمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Lise Tjørring is a Researcher at the Department of Anthropology, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen. She is affiliated with the Centre for Applied Ecological Thinking (CApE) and the HumanImpact research project, serving as Special Consultant at the Queen Mary Center. Her work bridges humanities knowledge with private sector challenges in sustainability transitions, climate action, and energy systems. She holds a cand.scient.anth (Master of Science in Anthropology) and an industrial PhD earned through collaboration with energy company SE, focusing on energy conservation in citizens' everyday lives. Her educational background combines anthropological theory with practical industry engagement. Tjørring's research centers on gender dynamics within the green transition, examining how cultural contexts shape sustainability efforts. Through fieldwork at Danish fire stations, she analyzed masculinity cultures influencing firefighting gear development. With Preferred by Nature, she studied gendered power dynamics in international sustainability certification. In Ghana, she investigated digital inequality through gendered internet access patterns. Her approach emphasizes actionable anthropological insights for real-world problems. Her recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary trends merging anthropology with environmental science and innovation management. Key themes include sustainable food systems (dairy alternatives), urban-rural divides, perceived spatial distance, and sustainability-masculinity intersections. This body of work demonstrates how humanities perspectives can address complex societal challenges through university-industry collaboration. Lise actively contributes to CApE and HumanImpact, which facilitate collaborative projects between academia and external partners. These initiatives focus on ecological thinking and anthropological methods to solve pressing societal issues, with particular attention to gendered dimensions of sustainability transitions.

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Roger Buchمشاهده پروفایل

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The Danish School of Media and JournalismDenmark

Roger Buch is a Professor at the Danish School of Media and Journalism, where he holds positions in both the Journalism program and Research department. With a Ph.D. from the University of Southern Denmark (1993-1996), he has established himself as a prominent researcher in Danish political systems and media studies. His research focuses on Political Systems , Party Organization , Danish Politics , and Media's Role in Democracy . Buch employs case study methodology across various political contexts, with particular emphasis on municipal governance, electoral processes, and the intersection of international events with local politics. His fingerprint analysis shows strong engagement with communities, organizational perspectives, and comparative studies of Denmark, UK, and Italy. Buch has produced an impressive 142 research outputs, including numerous journal articles in major Danish publications. His recent work (2024-2025) demonstrates continued productivity with articles examining municipal elections, AI's role in voting decisions, and how international conflicts like Gaza influence local politics despite constitutional limitations on municipal foreign policy. Active Principle researcher on multiple significant projects (2022-2026) 3,899 press/media mentions reflecting substantial public engagement 41 documented academic and public speaking activities Buch maintains an active role in both academic research and public discourse, serving as a bridge between scholarly analysis and practical political understanding in Denmark. His work on media ethics, local journalism, and political decision-making continues to shape discussions about democracy and governance at multiple levels.

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Manja Hoppe Andreasenمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Manja Hoppe Andreasen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on urban expansion dynamics in rapidly urbanizing low- and middle-income countries, with extensive fieldwork conducted in Tanzania and Ghana. Dr. Andreasen holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Copenhagen (2016) and an MSc in International Development Studies and Public Administration from Roskilde University (2011). Her academic journey progressed from PhD student (2012-2016) to Postdoc (2016), Tenure-track Assistant Professor (2018-2024), and currently Associate Professor (2024-present). She also served as a Visiting Researcher at Utrecht University (2018-2019). Her research examines the motivations and logics of diverse actors in land transactions and property development in urban fringe areas, analyzing how governance arrangements shape unregulated urban expansion. Dr. Andreasen's work offers practical insights for urban policymakers seeking to foster inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities, engaging with land formalization, settlement upgrading, infrastructure expansion, and climate change resilience. While primarily qualitative, her methodological approach integrates insights from multiple research traditions. Dr. Andreasen's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on urban expansion dynamics in African cities, particularly examining flood risk intertwinement with urban expansion, land encroachment in ecologically sensitive areas, property as security for the growing middle class, and informal land markets. Her research spans multiple cities including Accra (Ghana), Dar es Salaam, and Mwanza (Tanzania), revealing patterns of urban transformation across the continent. Sapere Aude: DFF Starting Grant (2023) The Carlsberg Foundation's Internationalisation Fellowship (2016) Dr. Andreasen currently leads the 'Urban encroachment' project (2024-2028) examining land-use transitions in ecologically sensitive areas in Accra and Dar es Salaam. Previously, she led the 'Climate Change Resilience in Urban Mobility' project (2018-2023) and participated in other major initiatives including 'The urban land nexus' project (2017-2020) and 'The rise of the African middle class' (2018-2019), demonstrating sustained engagement with critical urban issues in the Global South. Through her work, Dr. Andreasen maintains strong collaborative networks with institutions across Africa and Europe, including the Department of Geography and Resource Development at University of Ghana, Institute for Scientific and Technological Information in Accra, and the Institute of Development Studies at the University of Sussex.

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Ben Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Ben Jones is an Associate Professor at the Centre of African Studies, Faculty of Theology, University of Copenhagen, and concurrently Professor of Social Anthropology at the School of Global Development, University of East Anglia. His research centers on social and political change in Africa through long-term ethnographic fieldwork in eastern Uganda since 2003. His work spans social anthropology, African studies, and development research with emphases on youth, education, work, climate change adaptation, gender dynamics, and urban water governance. He employs collaborative methodologies partnering directly with local communities and young Ugandan researchers. Recent publications (2023-2024) in journals including Compare , Urban Forum , and Africa analyze youth identity formation, Pentecostalism, urban vending economies, and financialization, revealing intersections between education, religion, and economic transformation in African contexts. Dr. Jones secures major funding from the British Academy and Danish research councils for projects including: Youth, education, and work in rural Uganda Enumerator treatment in development surveys Agro-pastoralism under climate change (with Tufts University) Multiple Waterscapes in Urban Ghana (with Kwame Nkrumah University) He collaborates extensively with Ugandan colleagues, the Busara Centre for Behavioural Economics, Northwestern University, and the Geneva Water Hub while serving on the editorial board of Africa journal.

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Sandra Gentinمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Sandra Gentin serves as a Teaching Associate Professor within the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. She is actively affiliated with both the Section of Landscape Architecture and Planning and the Nature, Green Spaces and Outdoor Recreation research group, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on human-environment interactions. Her educational foundation includes: M.Sc. in Landscape Management (2006) from the Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University Bachelor in Forestry (2001) from the Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University Dr. Gentin's research program centers on ethnic minorities' outdoor recreation patterns and nature-based integration processes , examining how cultural backgrounds shape environmental engagement. Her work investigates human-nature relational dynamics through perceptual and behavioral lenses, with particular focus on inclusive access to green spaces. Since 2017, she has expanded her research to analyze volunteer-driven governance in Danish nature management, revealing complex institutional arrangements through her mosaic governance framework. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) shows consistent thematic evolution toward governance complexity and social inclusion in nature spaces. Her work increasingly addresses equity gaps in outdoor recreation access, particularly regarding children and ethnic minorities, while documenting volunteer networks' critical role in national park development and species reintroduction initiatives across Denmark. As an active member of the Nature, Green Spaces and Outdoor Recreation research group, she contributes to collaborative projects examining public attitudes toward national parks (Fussingø and Gribskov), nature-based sports integration, and the psychological dimensions of human-nature disconnection. Her team maintains strong connections with Danish municipal authorities and nature management organizations.

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Mariève Pouliotمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Mariève Pouliot serves as Associate Professor and Deputy Head of Department at the Department of Food and Resource Economics, Section for Global Development, University of Copenhagen. She also holds an Associate Professor position within the Promotion Programme at the same institution. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Environmental Economics from the University of Copenhagen (2012), an MSc in Agricultural Development from the University of Copenhagen (2007), and a BSc in Agricultural Sciences from McGill University (2005). Dr. Pouliot's research focuses on the socioeconomics of rural livelihoods in the Global South, specifically examining how global processes impact local communities. Her work addresses three critical areas: (1) economic globalization and its dual effects in creating both vulnerability and opportunity for rural populations, (2) climate change and its complex relationship with vulnerability, resilience, and poverty, and (3) conflicts emerging from globalization and climate change and their effects on rural household security. Her research bridges theoretical gaps between macro-level global processes and local-level complexities. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on resource governance in the Global South, particularly regarding shea nut value chains in West Africa, sustainable management of natural resources in Nepal, land rights in urban Congo, and climate adaptation strategies. Her work consistently integrates socio-ecological perspectives with economic analysis, emphasizing community-based approaches to resource management and vulnerability reduction across diverse geographical contexts. Dr. Pouliot has secured substantial research funding as both principal investigator and co-investigator. Current projects include 'Vulnerability and climate change adaptation in Uganda (VUCCA)' (2023-2028), 'Institutional Obstacles to Tree Planting in Africa (OBSTACLES)' (2023-2026), and the 'Pit kernel project' (2023), among others. Her research is supported by prestigious funding bodies including the Danish Research Council and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. With extensive empirical experience in Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Nepal, and additional research work in Argentina, Guatemala, Rwanda, Tanzania, Thailand, and Uganda, her scholarship is grounded in diverse contexts across the Global South, providing comparative insights into rural livelihood dynamics under global change.

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Monica Lauridsen Kujabiمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Monica Lauridsen Kujabi is a Postdoc at the Department of Public Health, Global Health Section at the University of Copenhagen. She holds an MD (2017) and completed her PhD at the University of Copenhagen (2020-2023). With extensive field experience since 2013, she has worked on maternal health projects in Sierra Leone, Somaliland, and Tanzania. Her educational background includes medical training (2017), initial specialization in gynecology and obstetrics at Hvidovre University Hospital (1.5 years), and PhD studies focused on childbirth management in resource-limited settings. She previously worked at Edna Adan Maternity Hospital in Somaliland. Kujabi's research centers on the management of childbirth in low-resource contexts, specifically addressing the dual challenges of 'too little, too late' versus 'too much, too soon' care. Her work employs mixed-methods approaches to investigate prolonged labor management, with particular emphasis on oxytocin for labor augmentation. She champions co-creation as a sustainable method for developing context-appropriate interventions. Her 16 research outputs (2022-2025) reveal consistent focus on maternal health in low-resource settings, with key themes including cesarean section practices, labor management, and implementation science. Publications span high-impact journals like BMJ, AJOG Global Reports, and BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, demonstrating strong scholarly impact with multiple citations. Kujabi actively mentors students, currently guiding 2 Global Health master's students, supervising a medical research year student, and another Global Health master's student. She teaches Global Health and Public Health courses at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in sexual and reproductive health and rights. Her research is supported by significant grants including funding from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (PartoMa study, 2019-2024) and WNSF/cisu for the Maternal Outreach Intervention Study in Sierra Leone. She has developed innovative community health approaches, including the 'Maternal and Child Community Health Approach' featuring Maternity Agents in rural communities. Her work extends to malnutrition interventions through MUAC measurement training. As a frequent moderator for UNFPA and SDG-related events, she bridges academic research with policy implementation in global sexual and reproductive health.

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