Dr. Ivar Lund

Professor

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Biography

Ivar Lund is a Senior Researcher at DTU Aqua, specializing in fish physiology and lipid nutrition. He has extensive experience in managing recirculation fish farms for both marine and freshwater species. His research primarily focuses on the nutritional requirements of fish larvae, particularly emphasizing dietary lipids and their impact on key quality parameters such as pigmentation and stress responses. Lund's work has significantly contributed to understanding the influence of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) on fish development and health. He has been involved in projects related to fish feed production and has held various positions in academic and commercial fisheries research organizations. Lund earned his PhD in 2008 from Roskilde University, where he characterized the nutritional needs of sole larvae. He has also been instrumental in the genetic selection of rainbow trout for the Danish trout farming industry, enhancing productivity and welfare standards. Ivar is committed to advancing Aquaculture and contributing to sustainable fisheries practices, aligning his research with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Scientist

— Present

DTU Aqua • Hirtshals, Denmark

Research Scientist

— Present

Technical University of Denmark • Hirtshals, Denmark

Manager, Danish Trout Breeding

— Present

Association of Danish Trout Farmers • Denmark

Consultant

— Present

Danish Institute of Fisheries Technology • Denmark

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.