Dr. Sara Shafiee

Professor

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Biography

Sara Shafiee's research lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, complex engineering systems, and digital manufacturing, focusing on developing computational models, machine learning methods, and simulation frameworks to support data-driven decision-making in product development and manufacturing. She has led and contributed to prestigious funded interdisciplinary projects, advancing the integration of AI in simulation, engineering design, and production. Sara's research achievements have been recognized with distinctions such as the Alexander Foss MADE Award and the Innovation Fund Denmark’s Industrial Researcher Prize, along with multiple paper awards at leading conferences like IEEE ICED. Her work is characterized by a strong emphasis on fundamental research, academic collaboration, and mentoring the next generation of researchers. She is also growing her focus on agent-based reasoning, explainable AI, and constraint-driven models for future engineering systems. Sara's expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established in 2015, contributing to the global agenda to end poverty and ensure prosperity for all.

Research Interests

Experience

Founder and CEO

2021-01-01 — Present

DivERS • Kgs. Lyngby

Founded a company focused on innovative technological solutions.

External Lecturer

2022-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Copenhagen Business School • Copenhagen

Teaching and mentoring students in relevant subjects.

Senior Business Consultant

2017-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Haldor Topsoe • Lyngby

Provided expert consulting services to enhance business strategies.

Project Manager

2013-08-01 — 2017-01-01

Haldor Topsoe • Lyngby

Managed projects aiming to improve engineering processes.

Awards

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Agnes & Betzy Award

2025-06-01
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Alexander Foss MADE Award

2017-11-30
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Innovation Fund Denmark’s Industrial Researcher Prize

2018-12-01
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Nordic Women Tech Award 2022

2022-11-22

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.