Dr. Mette Abildgaard

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mette Simonsen Abildgaard is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Techno-Anthropology Lab. Her research primarily focuses on Science and Technology Studies (STS), Media Studies, and Anthropology, examining the intersections between infrastructure, particularly telecommunications, and everyday life in the Arctic Nordic regions. She is involved in various research projects addressing contemporary challenges in Arctic infrastructures and the social implications of digital and telecommunications disruptions, including cyberattacks. Mette's work sheds light on how technology reshapes communication and social conditions in these unique geographic contexts, contributing to the broader fields of Informatics, Sociology, and Spatial Planning. Her extensive publication record reflects her active engagement in media research and the socio-technical dimensions of Arctic infrastructure.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Aalborg University • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and research in the field of Techno-Anthropology, focusing on media and digital infrastructures.

Awards

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Ziman Award 2020

2020-01-01

Requirements for Aalborg University

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree English proficiency level B
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma and transcripts
  • Official English translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.