Dr. Annette Petersen

Professor

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Biography

Annette Petersen is a Senior Adviser at the Technical University of Denmark specializing in Chemical Risk Assessment, particularly focusing on pesticides and maximum residue level (MRL) setting. Her responsibilities include evaluating data on pesticides, assessing exceedances of MRLs found in Danish control systems, and engaging in risk assessments that are vital to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Annette has in-depth knowledge and experience in performing intake calculations for pesticide substances, mycotoxins, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) using both deterministic and probabilistic methods. She is involved in several EU research projects, contributing to the development of cumulative risk assessment models, especially concerning endocrine disruptors. Annette has also been appointed as a member of the PPR Panel at EFSA and contributes to the preparation of EU monographs on pesticides, focusing on both analytical methods and residue assessments.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Adviser

2010-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Leading research and advisory activities on chemical risk assessment, focusing on pesticide residue levels and compliance with EU regulations.

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.