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ResearcherID: B-8965-2017

Scopus Author ID: 6602575176 

As a researcher specializing in human nutrition, my primary objective is to advance knowledge and contribute to the scientific foundation supporting optimal health and well-being through dietary choices. My career spans various research endeavors focusing on foods, nutrient metabolism, and their impact on health.

A significant portion of my research is dedicated to promoting healthy aging through nutrition. I aim to enhance the quality of life for older adults by identifying dietary and lifestyle factors that support quality of life, and mitigate age-related health issues, particularly concerning muscle and bone health. I am particularly interested in exploring the health implications of transitioning towards more plant-based proteins.

Another key focus of my work involves developing targeted food-based dietary guidelines that prioritize nutrient adequacy, health promotion, environmental sustainability, and cultural acceptance. Drawing upon my expertise in setting dietary reference values, I strive to create guidelines that not only enhance health outcomes but also resonate with diverse communities in a sustainable manner.

My interest in exploring the scientific validity and impact of health claims and other policy tools is part of my broader goal to develop evidence-based strategies that strengthen public health nutrition.

Possible conflicts of interest

• Member of the Danish Council on Health and Disease Prevention

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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