Dr. René Hendriksen

Professor

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Biography

René S. Hendriksen is a professor and head of the Research Group Global Capacity Building at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He has a profound background in veterinary microbiology, focusing on antimicrobial resistance and foodborne pathogens. His career began at the National Veterinary Institute, where he worked on bovine mastitis and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in food production. He played a significant role in establishing the WHO Collaborating Centre for AMR in foodborne pathogens and has contributed extensively to EU reference laboratories for AMR. He completed his PhD at DTU, which focused on the global epidemiology of non-typhoidal Salmonella infections in humans. Throughout his career, Hendriksen has led numerous research initiatives and training programs, mentoring scientists globally. He has been involved in the development of international guidelines for food safety and AMR surveillance and has a record of over 172 peer-reviewed publications. His research is aligned with several UN Sustainable Development Goals, significantly impacting public health through addressing infectious diseases and AMR.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Leading the Research Group Global Capacity Building, focused on enhancing global laboratory capacity in AMR and food safety.

Senior Scientist

2010-02-01 — 2011-08-01

DTU Food • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Conducting research on genomic epidemiology and training programs in AMR.

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.