Dr. Niels Agerbirk

Associate Professor

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Biography

Niels Agerbirk is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on plant biochemistry, particularly the structure, analysis, and ecological interactions of glucosinolates and other plant defense compounds. Agerbirk’s work is crucial for understanding the biochemical pathways of secondary metabolites in crops and wild relatives, analyzing how plants defend against pests and diseases, and investigating the interaction between biochemistry and ecology. He has led numerous projects exploring the diversity and evolution of glucosinolates, the compound's biosynthesis, and its role in plant resistance against insect herbivores. Agerbirk’s contributions have been recognized through extensive publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, enhancing the knowledge base in the field of chemical ecology. He has also played a significant teaching role at the university, guiding undergraduate and graduate students in biochemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and research in plant biochemistry and natural product chemistry.

Research Assistant

1997-11-01 — 1998-11-01

Danisco Biotechnology • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research in plant biochemistry.

Assistant Professor

1999-01-01 — 2000-12-01

Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University • Copenhagen, Denmark

Taught organic chemistry and natural products.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
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Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.