Dr. Niels Mortensen

Professor

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Biography

Niels Gylling Mortensen specializes in wind data analysis, resource site assessment, microscale flow modeling, and the application of Wind Atlas Analysis Program (WAsP). He possesses over 35 years of experience in consultancy and research concerning wind energy, having worked extensively in Denmark and internationally in countries like the UK, Poland, and the USA. His professional background entails the establishment and maintenance of wind-monitoring stations, comprehensive wind resource assessments, and long-term wind atlas studies. Mortensen has authored or co-authored more than 250 papers related to wind power and boundary layer meteorology, contributing significantly to scientific literature. He is also a member of the WAsP development team and a recognized WAsP Certified User. His teaching roles include various courses at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), focusing on wind energy and related methodologies. His engagement with sustainability aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. He holds a background in physical geography, geophysics, and geology from the University of Copenhagen, where he studied from 1975 to 1985.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Scientist

1997-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Risø National Laboratory • Denmark

Led projects related to wind energy and meteorological research.

Visiting Scientist

1992-01-01 — 1992-12-31

National Center for Atmospheric Research • USA

Collaborated on atmospheric research related to wind resources.

Research Scientist

1985-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Risø National Laboratory • Denmark

Conducted research in the field of wind energy.

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.