Dr. Jakob Sørensen

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Biography

Jakob Balslev Sørensen is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Copenhagen, where he leads research into the molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurotransmitter release at chemical synapses. His academic background includes an M.Sc. in Biology and a PhD in Biophysics from the University of Copenhagen, followed by a habilitation in pre-clinical physiology from Georg August University in Göttingen. Sørensen's key research interests include the study of synaptic transmission, mechanisms underlying neurotransmitter release, and the cellular basis of synaptic dysfunction linked to neurological disorders. His work employs a range of techniques, including optical and electrophysiological measurements, as well as molecular biology approaches, and is currently expanding to the use of cryo-electron microscopy to visualize proteins in their native cellular environments. Sørensen has held several significant academic leadership positions and is an active member of various professional societies and editorial boards.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Leading research in the Department of Neuroscience, focusing on neuronal signaling and neurotransmitter release.

Research Group Leader

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Max-Planck-Institut für Biophysikalische Chemie • Göttingen, Germany

Oversaw research projects in neurobiology and membrane biophysics.

Post-doc

2000-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Max-Planck-Institut für Biophysikalische Chemie • Göttingen, Germany

Conducted advanced research in membrane biophysics.

Awards

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Gold Medal

1996-01-01

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
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  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.