Dr. Jørgen Wojtaszewski

Professor

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Biography

Jørgen Wojtaszewski is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Molecular Physiology within the August Krogh Section. With a research focus on how physical activity promotes metabolic health, he has extensively studied the role of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) in exercise adaptation and insulin sensitivity. His research, which spans over 25 years, includes mechanistic studies using both healthy and diseased subjects, as well as animal models. Wojtaszewski has published over 250 original papers and has contributed significantly to leading journals in the fields of diabetes and physiology. He has held various important positions, including Senior Research Officer at the Copenhagen Muscle Research Center and Associate Professor before advancing to full professorship in 2008. He has received numerous awards, including the EFSD/NNF Precision Diabetes Medicine Award and the NNF Distinguished Investigator Award. His academic involvement extends to leadership roles in various research programs and editorial positions in respected journals. He is also active in overseeing PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, and his research group comprises a diverse team focused on molecular signaling and muscle metabolism.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Officer

— Present

Copenhagen Muscle Research Center • Copenhagen

Leading research in molecular physiology and muscle metabolism.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen

Conducting research and teaching in exercise physiology.

Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen

Leading research group focused on muscle metabolism and insulin sensitivity.

Awards

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Hallas Møller Fellowship

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Young Investigator Research Grant

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EFSD/NNF Precision Diabetes Medicine Award

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NNF Distinguished Investigator Award

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.