Dr. Zorana Andersen

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Biography

Zorana Jovanovic Andersen is a Professor at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Environmental Epidemiology. Her research notably covers long-term exposures to air pollution and associated health issues such as breast cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and asthma. She is engaged in various research projects, including the Hyperion Project, which investigates the risks associated with long-term road traffic noise exposure, and research on mammographic density as a risk factor for breast cancer. Her educational background features a PhD from the University of Copenhagen and a Master's in Biostatistics from the University of Pittsburgh. She has held various academic roles, including Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen and Lecturer at the Danish Institute of Study Abroad. Her work has been recognized through multiple awards and grants dedicated to understanding the health impacts of environmental factors. Within her academic community, she serves on several editorial boards and committees related to environmental health and epidemiology. Zorana's emphasis on research aims to bridge the gap between scientific investigation and public health policies aimed at mitigating risks associated with environmental exposures.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and conducting research in Environmental Epidemiology.

Lecturer

2011-01-01 — 2011-12-31

Danish Institute of Study Abroad • Copenhagen, Denmark

Led courses in Epidemiology and Health Informatics.

Researcher

2007-01-01 — 2012-12-31

Danish Cancer Society Research Center • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research on cancer epidemiology.

PhD Student

2003-01-01 — 2007-12-31

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research on short-term health effects of air pollution.

Research Assistant

1998-01-01 — 2001-12-31

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Assisted in various biostatistics research projects.

Awards

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Danish Working Environment Research Fund

2017-01-01
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Novo Nordisk Fond

2016-01-01
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Young Scientist Fellowship

2007-01-01

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
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.