Dr. Beate Kraft

Associate Professor

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Biography

Beate Kraft is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark. She holds a PhD in Marine Microbiology from the Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology, where she focused on competition within nitrate-reducing microbial communities. Kraft's research interests are centered around microbial processes and substance cycles, particularly regarding microbial dark oxygen production, biogeochemistry, and microbial nitrogen transformations. She has been involved in significant research projects, including a Villum Young Investigator Grant investigating newly discovered microbial oxygen production pathways, which highlight the physiological and environmental significance of non-phototrophic sources of oxygen. Kraft's educational background includes a Master’s degree in Marine Environmental Sciences from the University of Oldenburg, reflecting her strong foundation in marine biology and ecology. She has contributed to several high-impact publications and has collaborated with institutions globally, including a postdoc position at Harvard University. Kraft's academic contributions extend to conference presentations, and she is actively involved in teaching and supervision related to microbial ecophysiology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Teaching and research in marine microbiology and biogeochemistry.

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — 2022-01-01

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Research and education in the field of microbial physiology.

Awards

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SIAM Talent Grant

2019-01-01

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.