Dr. Kasper Thorup

Professor

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Biography

Kasper Thorup is a Professor in the Section of Macroecology, Evolution and Climate Change at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in ornithology with a focus on bird migration. His research interests include bird migration patterns, the effects of climate change on migratory behaviors, and the ecology of non-breeding distributions. He has led initiatives like the ICARUS project, which involves satellite tracking to study the migratory routes of birds. Thorup's work also addresses conservation concerns, particularly involving rare Danish breeding birds. He has published extensively in relevant journals and has a significant teaching role in the university, supervising numerous graduate and postdoctoral students. His participation in symposia demonstrates his commitment to advancing research in bird migration and ecology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Leading the Movement Ecology section and the Copenhagen Bird Ringing Centre.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Natural History Museum Denmark, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Focused on ornithology, particularly in bird migration and conservation.

Research Associate

2006-01-01 — 2006-12-31

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ, USA

Engaged in research related to migration patterns.

Post-doc

2005-01-01 — 2009-12-31

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted advanced research in ornithology.

Awards

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Corresponding Member

2016-01-01
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Research Leader

2014-01-01
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Fellow

2010-01-01

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
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Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.