Dr. Mikkel Brydegaard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mikkel Brydegaard is a Senior Lecturer at Lund University, specializing in Combustion Physics, with a broad expertise in instrumentation, optical spectroscopy, biophotonics, and remote sensing. He earned his M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering in 2007, followed by a Ph.D. in Atomic Physics in 2012, focusing on biophotonics laser remote sensing. In 2015, he received his Docent degree from Lund University. Mikkel has contributed significantly to fields such as Earth Observation and Ecology, particularly in relation to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. He has worked on various research projects, including the development of innovative lidar techniques for monitoring biological targets. He is also a co-founder of FaunaPhotonics and is involved in multiple collaborative research initiatives, including the African Spectral Imaging Network. His recent works include active projects related to insect diversity and laser diagnostics, aligning with his passion for biodiversity conservation.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Lund University • Lund, Sweden

Teaching and researching in the areas of combustion physics and biophotonics.

Principal Investigator

2015-01-01 — Present

Department of Physics and Department of Biology • Lund, Sweden

Leading research projects focused on remote sensing and biophotonics.

Awards

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Edmund Optics Award

2015-01-01

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.