Dr. Mie Pedersen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mie Thorborg Pedersen is a Postdoctoral Villum Fellow at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and a guest researcher at ETH Zurich. With a focus on soft matter science and food materials, her research aims to develop novel, potentially edible materials that address sustainability and drive culinary innovation. Her projects explore the intersection of soft matter physics and gastronomy, leading to unique contributions like jellyfish-based materials. Mie's work integrates advanced microscopy techniques and physicochemical analysis to study the microstructure of food and biological materials. She holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from SDU, where she specialized in soft matter physics applications in food science. Mie is also passionate about science outreach, aiming to make complex scientific concepts more accessible through food-based research.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Villum Fellow

2024-08-01 — 2026-08-01

University of Southern Denmark and ETH Zurich • Odense, Denmark

Research on sustainable protein-based amyloid fibrils and culinary applications.

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.