I am an assistant professor at the Department of Biomedicine, Aarhus University, where I research molecular mechanisms in renal (kidney) physiology. I study how the salt-transporting proteins that help control the body's salt balance and blood pressure in kidney cells are regulated, and how chemical changes to these proteins affect their activity, location and breakdown. My background in molecular biology and health sciences helps me link changes within these proteins to the effects on health.
I study how the kidneys control salt balance and blood pressure, focusing on how salt-transporting proteins are regulated. Using cell lines and animal models, I investigate how changes in these proteins contribute to kidney disease and high blood pressure. The aim is to identify potential targets for new treatments.
I teach histology, the study of tissues, in the course Functional Histology and Anatomy for second-semester medical students. Through microscopy exercises, group discussions and interactive activities, I help students recognize tissues and understand how their structure relates to their function.
My main responsibilities are conducting and publishing research, as well as teaching, supervising and examining students. I am also administrative coordinator of the research theme Kidney, Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases at the Department of Biomedicine, where I coordinate activities and organize events.
