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Heidi Birch is a senior researcher in the Department of Environmental Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark. She completed her PhD in Environmental Engineering from DTU in 2012, focusing on monitoring priority pollutants and the dynamics of stormwater discharges in urban areas. Following her PhD, she conducted postdoctoral research on passive dosing techniques for biodegradation testing and solubility assessment. Currently, her research focuses on the biodegradation kinetics and persistence of challenging test chemicals such as Hydrophobic Organic Chemicals (HOCs) and complex mixtures. Birch's work addresses critical issues related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specifically in the context of water quality and chemical exposure. Her expertise encompasses various aspects of environmental engineering, including surface water quality, xenobiotic interactions, stormwater runoff management, and the application of passive sampling techniques in wastewater treatment.
Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Conducting research on the biodegradation of organic chemicals and their impact on the aquatic environment.
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Provided consultancy in environmental engineering and management.
Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Assisted in teaching undergraduate courses in environmental engineering.
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.