Dr. Lisa Eckford Soper

Professor

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Biography

Lisa Eckford-Soper specializes in Marine Biology with a focus on competitive dynamics of toxic and non-toxic biotypes of harmful dinoflagellates, particularly Alexandrium tamarense, in Scottish waters. She earned her PhD from the University of Aberdeen. Lisa's research interests prominently feature Algae, Phytoplankton, Harmful Algal Blooms, Ecophysiology, and Molecular detection techniques. With experience as a Postdoc at both the University of Copenhagen and the Statens Naturhistoriske Museum, she has collaborated on various projects in environmental investigations. Lisa contributes to academia through teaching and supervision, including a course designated as BB541 since October 2020. Additionally, she has received several awards for her contributions to marine biology, including the Johanna Fehling Award in 2014 and recognition in the NERC young entrepreneurs’ scheme in 2010.

Research Interests

Marine Biology Algae Phytoplankton Harmful Algal Blooms Ecophysiology Microbiology Molecular Detection Techniques

Experience

Freelance Consultant

— Present

FISHLAB •

Conducting environmental investigations.

Postdoc

— Present

Statens Naturhistoriske Museum •

Postdoc

— Present

University of Copenhagen •

Awards

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Johanna Fehling Award

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NERC Environment Young Entrepreneurs’ Scheme

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.