ResearcherID: B-8965-2017

Scopus Author ID: 6602575176 

As a researcher in the field of human nutrition, my primary goal is to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and the scientific basis for optimal health and well-being through healthy diets. Throughout my career, I have been involved in various research projects related to foods, nutrient metabolism, and impact on health. My research interests are diverse, but they all revolve around promoting optimal health and well-being.

One area of my research is focused on the development of targeted food-based dietary guidelines that encounter nutrient adequacy, health promotion, environmental sustainability, and cultural acceptability. Here, I build on my experience and profound understanding of the science-based setting of dietary reference values (nutrients recommendations). I believe that effective food-based dietary guidelines should not only promote health but also be sustainable and culturally acceptable to individuals and communities.

In my research, I build on my insights into the scientific basis for setting health claims. My research explores the effectiveness of health claims in promoting healthier diets. I’m interested in identifying effective strategies for using health claims to improve public health through healthier diets.

Another area of my research is healthy aging. Here, the ultimate goal is to improve quality of life for older adults and reduce the burden of age-related health problems. My research in this area focuses on identifying dietary and lifestyle factors that can help older adults maintain independence, quality of life, and prevent age-related health problems. My current research activities relate to bone and muscle health during aging, with a focus on dietary intake of calcium, protein quantity and quality. 

In addition to my research activities, I am committed to disseminating my findings and collaborating with fellow researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders.

• Member of the Danish Council on Health and Disease Prevention

Education

• 1990 PhD Food Science and Nutrition, Royal Veterinary & Agricultural University (RVAU), DK
• 1987 MSc Human Nutrition, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicin, Uni of London, UK
• 1984 MSc Food Science and Technology, RVAU

Employment History

• 2017 Professor in Nutrition and Ageing, Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen
• 2010-2016 Professor in Nutrition, DTU National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark
• 2007-2010 Head of Nutrition Division, DTU National Food Institute
• 2005-2010 Head of Nutrition Department, Danish Institute Vet and Food Research
• 1996-2005 Associate Professor, Department of Human Nutrition, Royal Vet & Agr Uni (RVAU)
• 1994-1996 Research Associate, Research Department of Human Nutrition, KVL
• 1992-1994 Research Assistant, Danish Centre f. Tropical Agriculture and Environment, RVAU
• 1991-1992 Research Assistant, Graduate School of Nutrition and Home Economics, Uni Aarhus
• 1990 Nutrition specialist, R&D, Danisco, Aarhus, Denmark
• 1987-1989 Ph.D.-scholar, Dept. Animal Physiology, RVAU, Copenhagen, DK
• 1985-1986 Research Assistant, Dept. of Animal Physiology and Biochemistry, Danish Institute of Animal Science, (DIAS), Research Centre, Foulum, DK.

Additional courses and training

• 2013-2014 Biostatistics training, The European Food Authority
• 2010 Project management programme for managers of research projects
• 2006-2007 Research Management Course, Copenhagen Business School
• 1992 ’Public health implications of Ageing’ post-graduate course, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK

Professional experience (selected)

• 2013 - Member of the Danish Council on Health and Disease Prevention
• 2011-13 Chair of expert group updating the scientific evidence for the Danish Food Based Dietary Guidelines (FBDG)
• 2009-2013 Member of the Nordic Council of Ministers working group updating the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations
• 2006-2008 Member of the Danish Fitness and Nutrition Council
• 2004-2005 Member of the Danish Nutrition Council
• 2001-2008 President of the Danish Nutrition Society