Dr. Kenneth Barfod

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kenneth Klingenberg Barfod is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen specializing in Food Microbiology. His research primarily focuses on the gut microbiome's role in gut health and its effects on human development and diseases, particularly in early life. He has been involved in significant research efforts examining the complex interactions within the microbiome and their implications for conditions like Anorexia Nervosa. Kenneth's academic journey includes positions at various prestigious institutions, including the University of Oxford and the National Research Centre Working Environment. He has received several fellowships, including the Marie Curie MCSA Horizon2020 EU funding. His educational background comprises a Ph.D. focused on microbial interactions and a Cand.scient. in Microbiology. Kenneth actively participates in conferences and workshops related to microbiome research, emphasizing the importance of understanding microbial influences on health and disease.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Frederiksberg, Denmark

Teaching and research in food microbiology as well as providing oversight for various research projects.

Research Associate

2021-01-01 — 2022-01-01

University of Copenhagen • Frederiksberg, Denmark

Worked in the Section for Experimental Animal Models focusing on microbial interactions.

External Lecturer

2017-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Roskilde University (RUC) • Roskilde, Denmark

Taught courses related to Microbiology.

Marie Curie Scholar

2019-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of Oxford • Oxford, UK

Conducted research focused on microbial ecology and health.

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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  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.