Dr. Jennifer Upfold

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Biography

Jennifer Kate Upfold is a PhD student at the University of Copenhagen, focusing on the interaction between gut microbiota and immune responses to entomopathogens in insects. Her research is a part of the H2020 Insect Doctors ITN project, which aims to train young scientists in developing the knowledge and technical skills necessary to diagnose pathogens that cause diseases in commercial insect production systems. Upfold's work involves significant collaborations within her research area and contributes to the understanding of how microbial interactions can affect the health and productivity of insect populations. She has engaged in multiple research projects that explore the broader implications of these interactions in agriculture and environmental contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

PhD Student

2020-07-15 — Present

French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE) • France

Conducting research on the interactions between gut microbiota and immune responses in insects as part of the H2020 Insect Doctors project.

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
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.