Dr. Arnaud Dechesne

Professor

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Biography

Arnaud Dechesne is an expert in the fields of Microbial Ecology and Environmental Microbiology. His research centers on the application of quantitative tools to describe microbial systems and to test hypotheses regarding the ecology of water treatment systems. He has a particular focus on horizontal gene transfer and its role in antimicrobial resistance, contributing significant insights that relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. His recent projects involve expanding the bioprospecting catalogue of earth's microbiomes and understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying plasmid persistence in various bacterial species. Additionally, Dechesne supervises multiple PhD students and has been involved in various national and international collaborations focused on environmental biotechnology and pollution mitigation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Danish Technical University • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Leading research and teaching in microbial ecology and environmental microbiology.

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.