Dr. Thomas Bjarnsholt

Professor

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Biography

Thomas Bjarnsholt is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in bacteriology and the study of biofilms. His research focuses on the life forms of bacteria and their growth in either planktonic or sessile forms. He is particularly interested in chronic infections that result from biofilm formation, which often leads to antibiotic resistance and challenges in treatment. Bjarnsholt has a strong background in microbiology, having received his MSc in Chemistry from the Technical University of Denmark and his PhD in 2005, where he investigated quorum sensing in biofilms related to lung infections in cystic fibrosis patients. Since then, he has published extensively, with over 167 scientific publications and three patents. He collaborates closely with clinicians in major hospitals in Denmark to develop fast diagnostic tools for infections and has received significant funding for his research projects. Bjarnsholt also serves on various editorial boards and committees, contributing to the advancement of microbiological science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Leading research in bacteriology and biofilms.

Head of Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory

— Present

Copenhagen University Hospital, Department of Clinical Microbiology • Copenhagen, Denmark

Managing diagnostic research focused on infectious diseases.

Associate Professor

— Present

Department of Immunology Microbiology, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted advanced research in microbiology.

Research Associate Professor

— Present

Department of Immunology Microbiology, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Worked on biofilm-related research projects.

Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Department of Systems Biology, Technical University of Denmark • Copenhagen, Denmark

Focused on biofilm studies relevant to infections.

Awards

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Young Investigator Award

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Best Laboratory/Pre-Clinical Study Award

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
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  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.