Dr. Søren Forchhammer

Professor

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Biography

Søren Forchhammer conducts research in the area of visual communication technology coding, focusing specifically on video and image coding. He leads the Coding Visual Communication Technology group at DTU Fotonik, where he emphasizes coding in communication technologies for video and images. His work encompasses the entire chain of video processing, including coding, transmission, reception, decoding, and display. Notably, he has contributed to the field of information theory and two-dimensional coding standards, and he has been involved in the ISO/IEC image coding standards JPEG/JBIG standardization group. Forchhammer has also co-authored the book, "Two-Dimensional Information Theory Coding," published by Cambridge University Press in 2010. His research aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, notably regarding advanced coding techniques that support efficient communication and data transmission. Throughout his career, he has held various academic positions at DTU, progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and now to Professor.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

DTU Fotonik • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Leading research in visual communication technology coding.

Associate Professor

1992-01-01 — 2011-01-01

DTU • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Research and teaching in various aspects of photonics and information theory.

Assistant Professor

1988-01-01 — 1992-01-01

DTU • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Initial research focus on image and video coding technology.

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.