Dr. Kim Sneppen

Professor

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Biography

Kim Sneppen is a prominent Professor of Biocomplexity at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, with a PhD from the same university. He has held various significant positions, including Center Director for Models of Life and Research Professor at Nordita. Sneppen’s interdisciplinary research is primarily focused on biological systems, exploring epigenetic mechanisms, evolutionary dynamics, and ecological interactions. His academic output includes approximately 200 publications with around 13,000 citations and an impressive H-index of 50. He has authored books such as 'Physics of Biological Systems' and 'Models of Life', contributing to the understanding of complex biological phenomena. Additionally, he is actively engaged in teaching and has supervised numerous PhD and postdoctoral students, fostering new generations of researchers in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-09-01 — Present

Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Leading research in biocomplexity and teaching.

Center Director

2005-09-01 — 2015-08-31

Models of Life at Niels Bohr Institute • Copenhagen, Denmark

Oversaw research initiatives and collaborations.

Research Professor

2002-11-01 — 2005-10-31

Nordita • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research in complex systems.

Associate Professor

2002-08-01 — 2005-10-31

Niels Bohr Institute • Copenhagen, Denmark

Involved in teaching and research.

Assistant Professor

1995-09-01 — 2001-07-31

NORDITA • Copenhagen, Denmark

Engaged in teaching and research in physics.

Awards

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Gold Medal

1986-11-01
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Ole Rømer Prize

1995-10-01

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

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.