Dr. Morten Poulsen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Morten Poulsen is a Senior Researcher at the Technical University of Denmark, specializing in risk-benefit assessment of novel foods, functional foods, and food safety. With a solid academic background in biology, toxicology, and nutrition, he has contributed to significant projects such as the European Food Safety Authority's Working Group and various EU framework programs. His research focuses on optimizing and validating scientific methods to ensure food safety and providing guidance to the Danish food authorities on issues related to food ingredients and dietary health. He has held previous positions at the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration and the National Food Agency Denmark, where he assessed risks associated with food products from 1993 to 2002. In addition to his research activities, Poulsen has been involved in multiple interdisciplinary projects aimed at increasing fruit consumption and promoting sustainability in food production. His work actively addresses the UN Sustainable Development Goals and engages in international collaboration to advance food safety standards.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Researcher

2002-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Lyngby, Denmark

Conducting research on food safety and risk-benefit assessments.

Researcher

1995-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Danish Veterinary and Food Administration • Denmark

Risk assessment and research in food safety.

Risk Assessor

1993-01-01 — 1995-01-01

National Food Agency Denmark • Denmark

Conducting risk assessments for food products.

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.