Dr. Pimlapas Leekitcharoenphon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Pimlapas Shinny Leekitcharoenphon is a Senior Researcher in the Research Group of Genomic Epidemiology at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). She holds a PhD from the same institution, with her degree focused on genomic epidemiology. Her academic career includes positions such as a postdoctoral researcher at DTU Food and a visiting PhD student at the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Oxford. Pimlapas has undertaken leadership roles in significant research projects funded by various organizations, emphasizing advancements in food safety through whole genome sequencing and machine learning applications. She supervises students and has co-supervised four PhD students. Her research interests are primarily in whole genome sequencing, typing and epidemiology, tracking the evolution of bacterial genomes, and understanding population structures, particularly among foodborne pathogens. Through her work, she aims to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals agreed upon by UN member states.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Researcher

2019-02-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Leading research in genomic epidemiology, focusing on food safety and the application of whole genome sequencing.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2014-10-01 — 2019-01-31

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Conducted research on the genomic epidemiology of foodborne pathogens.

Awards

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EliteForsk-rejsestipendier

2013-02-01

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.