Dr. Birte Svensson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Birte Svensson is an Associate Professor in Molecular Biology, with significant contributions in the areas of protein engineering, plant microbial enzymes, and biotechnology-based improvements of functional and nutritional properties of food. She has held various prestigious positions, including Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern Denmark and Senior Research Biochemist at Carlsberg Laboratory. Her research focuses on the structural and functional relationships of enzymes involved in starch degradation and has made strides in understanding alginate degradation and its interaction with the human gut microbiota. Svensson's work aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in addressing health-related properties of raw materials and cereal crops. She has mentored numerous PhD students and has been involved in various collaborative projects aimed at advancing molecular insights across multiple disciplines. With accolades like the 7th Dexter French Memorial Lecturer at Iowa State University and honors from the Japanese Society of Applied Glycoscience, she is recognized as a leading figure in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2003-03-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Teaching and researching in the area of Molecular Biology.

Senior Research Biochemist

1979-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Carlsberg Laboratory • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducting research on enzymatic roles in brewing science.

Adjunct Professor

1998-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Contributed to education and research in Molecular Biology.

Awards

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Merit Award

1998-01-01
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Lifetime Achievement Award

2010-01-01

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.