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Halkjær Nielsen is a researcher at Aalborg University focusing on microbial consortia and their roles in environmental engineering systems. His main interest lies in understanding and controlling the functions of microbial communities within wastewater treatment plants and resource recovery systems. He employs a variety of methods such as DNA-based community surveys, (meta)genomics, and isotopic techniques to study microbial diversity and the functional traits of different species. He is particularly engaged in projects that aim to enhance the recovery of resources like bioenergy and phosphate from waste, contributing to sustainable practices in environmental biotechnology. Nielsen teaches environmental biotechnology at the undergraduate level, where he supervises student projects centered on molecular methods. His recent work includes exploring the ecological and functional dynamics of microbial communities in both natural and engineered ecosystems.
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