Dr. Martin Meedom Nielsen

Professor

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Biography

Martin Meedom Nielsen is a Professor and Deputy Director in the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Denmark. He has led significant research contributions in the areas of X-ray science and free electron lasers, elucidating the structure and function of molecular materials through advanced techniques. His academic journey includes pivotal roles at the Niels Bohr Institute and significant leadership in European XFEL Council. With a strong educational foundation that includes a Ph.D. from Aarhus University, Nielsen has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious René Descartes Prize from the European Commission in 2000. As an advocate for fostering academic excellence, he has chaired multiple committees and initiatives aimed at enhancing user communities and responsible research policies within the DTU Physics community and beyond. Nielsen's group is recognized for its innovative development of X-ray instrumentation and its pioneering research in ultrafast structural dynamics, significantly advancing the understanding of charge transfer mechanisms in molecular systems. He continues to mentor doctoral students and lead groundbreaking projects within the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Founding head of the Section Neutrons and X-rays, focusing on advanced research in materials physics.

Adjunct Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Involved in research related to X-ray Free Electron Laser Physics.

Vice Chair

2018-01-01 — 2022-01-01

European XFEL Council •

Leadership role in facilitating research and collaboration in European X-ray Free Electron Laser initiatives.

Awards

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Rene Descartes Prize

2000-01-01

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.