Dr. Rikke Andersen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Rikke Andersen is a Senior Researcher at the National Food Institute of the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in nutrition technology and dietary assessments. Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Copenhagen, where she focused on vitamin D and its health implications. Rikke's research interests encompass a range of topics including educational materials, innovation in app development for dietary assessment, human randomized controlled trials (RCT), and the nutritional needs of specific populations such as children and immigrants. She has led significant EU projects aimed at obesity prevention and the impact of dietary fortification with vitamin D. Active in mentoring, Rikke supervises PhD and master's students while contributing to advisory roles within Danish nutritional policy frameworks. Her work extends into collaborations on international projects to improve food literacy and dietary habits among youth.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Researcher

2007-01-01 — Present

DTU National Food Institute • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Focus on nutrition technology and health-related dietary interventions.

Research Scientist

2001-01-01 — 2006-12-31

Danish Institute of Food and Veterinary Research • Denmark

Conducted research on food-related health issues.

Research Chemist/Scientist

1995-01-01 — 2001-12-31

National Food Agency Denmark • Denmark

Investigated the effects of dietary substances on health.

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.