Professor Dr. Amalie Timmermann

Associate Professor

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Biography

Amalie Timmermann is an environmental epidemiologist at the National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, focusing on the health effects of environmental chemicals, particularly per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). She is the principal investigator of research projects exploring the impact of environmental chemicals on breastfeeding, immune effects, and the gut microbiome. An experienced researcher, Amalie has performed review tasks for the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), and has actively participated in expert groups organized by the Danish Health Authority and the Danish Ministry of Environment. Amalie's research contributions and public engagements include over ten conference presentations, and she has actively collaborated with various academic and public institutions to disseminate findings on the implications of PFAS exposure on public health, particularly among vulnerable populations such as infants. Her work reflects her commitment to advancing the understanding of environmental health.

Research Interests

Environmental Epidemiology Health Effects of Environmental Chemicals Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Breastfeeding Gut Microbiome

Experience

Associate Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Teaching and research in Environmental Epidemiology.

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — 2023-01-01

National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Engaged in research on health effects of environmental exposures.

Postdoc

2021-01-01 — 2021-06-30

Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Participated in research projects related to epidemiology.

Postdoc / Assistant Professor

2016-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Department of Environmental Medicine, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Conducted research on environmental health.

Short Term Scholar

— 2014-04-01

Harvard School of Public Health • Boston, USA

Conducted research in environmental health.

Ph.D. Student

2012-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Department of Environmental Medicine, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Focused on environmental epidemiology.

Research Assistant

2011-01-01 — 2012-01-01

National Research Centre Working Environment • Copenhagen, Denmark

Supported research activities in public health.

External Teacher/Teaching Assistant

2006-01-01 — 2016-01-01

Department of Biostatistics, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Assisted in teaching biostatistics.

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58

Prerequisites

Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field

Application Checklist

  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.