Otto Andersen, Researcher at Stiftinga Vestlandsforsking / Western Norway Research Institute
Summary
I am a skilled research scientist with formal training in the natural sciences, which included a Masters of Science degree with major in analytical biochemistry. Through my industrial and academic career I consider myself now a cross-diciplinary research scientist, particularly after my PhD in Planning and Development at Aalborg University where my thesis was "Transport and Industrial Ecology: Problems and Prospects".
My objective is through scientific research to improve the understanding of environmental impacts of technologies and products, in order to improve the quality of life for all.
Specialties: Environmental and health impacts of transport and energy use. Industrial ecology. Life cycle assessments (LCA) of new technologies. Nanomaterials and nanotoxicology. Green electronics. Green ICT.
My objective is through scientific research to improve the understanding of environmental impacts of technologies and products, in order to improve the quality of life for all.
Specialties: Environmental and health impacts of transport and energy use. Industrial ecology. Life cycle assessments (LCA) of new technologies. Nanomaterials and nanotoxicology. Green electronics. Green ICT.
Contact info
Email: oan@vestforsk.no
Website: http://www.vestforsk.no/en/person/otto-andersen
Location: Sogndal, Norway
Industry Experience
Education: PhD
Seniority: Manager, Director, Professor
Years of experience: 20 years or above
Work Experience
Research Fellow in Methodology Dept.
National Institute of Public Health Norway
Analysis of lipid-containing antigens from mycobacteria. Used gas chromatography (GC), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), thin-layer chromatography (TLC).
Junior Scientist in Dept. of Chemistry
Purification and structural analysis of cord factor (trehalose 6,6' -dimycolate) derived from Mycobacterium smegmatis, an immunologically active agent important in the treatment of cancer.
Assistant Scientist in Dept. of Pediatrics Infectious Diseases, Medical School
Research into finding the genetic defect responsible for cystic fibrosis. Drained blood from cystic fibrosis patients and their close relatives, and subsequently isolated monocytes in the blood.
Associate Scientist in Plant Hormone Analysis Laboratory, Dept. of Horticulture Science & Landscaping Architecture
Developed analytical and preparative methods (immuno affinity chromatography, diode-array HPLC, GC-MS) for use in the study of plant hormones.
Advanced Analytical Chemist
Development and validation of analytical methods for use in the assessment of pharmaceutical dosage forms (aerosols) and pharmaceutical raw materials.
Advanced Biochemist - Drug Discovery, New Molecule Research
I characterized RAW 264.7 (mouse leukaemic monocyte macrophage) cell membranes for binding of potential new cancer drugs (immuno-modulators).
Senior Researcher
In the position as Head of Regulatory Affairs I supervised the production and development of metal coated mono-dispersed polymer particles and their use as active ingredients in contrast agents.
Guest Professor
Sino-Swedish Microsystem Integration Technology Centre
Developed new projects for increased Europe-China cooperation in green electronics production research. Assessed life cycle health risks of carbon nanotubes used in microelectronics.
Researcher
Stiftinga Vestlandsforsking / Western Norway Research Institute
Industrial ecology, critical life cycle assessment, nanotoxicology, green electronics, alternative energy, energy saving, fuel additives, environmental and health impacts of transport
Industry Expertise
- Research Institute
- Manufacturer
- Waste Water Technology
- Project Management
- Biochemistry
- Sustainability
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Nano Materials
- Solar Energy
- Biofuels
- Energy Efficiency
- Biofuels
- Animal Feed
- Zero-Emission Vehicles
- Low-Emission Vehicles
- Diesel Engines
- Fuel Cells
- Hydrogen Vehicles
- Batteries
- Driverless Cars
- Propulsion
- Renewable Materials
- Recycling
- Cars
- Trucks & Buses
- Bioplastics
- Immunology
- Environmental Impact
- Waste Disposal
- Fertilizer
- Pesticides
- Nano
- Carbon
- Fuel Additives
- Adhesives & Sealants
- Fibers & Textiles
- Ceramics
- Polymers & Plastics
- Biochemicals
- Nanotechnology
- Molecular Computations
- Environmental Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry
- Green
- Electronic Packaging
- Cement Additives
- Climate Protection
- Resource Conservation
- Greenhouse Gases
- Analytical
- Heavy metals
- Impact
- water treatment
- Ecotoxicology
- Concrete
- Toxic & Hazardous Substances
- Desalination Plant
- Green Buildings
- Sustainable Buildings
- Sustainable Design
- Sustainable Design & Construction
- Water & Energy Conservation
- Triple Bottom Line Sustainability
- Innovation
- Sustainability
- Energy Efficiency
- Clean Technology
- Smart Grid
- Energy Management, Auditing and Efficiency
- Renewable Energy Projects
- Sustainability
- Air Pollution
- Waste Disposal
- Climate Change & Sustainability Services
- Waste, wastewater, air, chemical engineering
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Water and Environment
- Quality & Environmental Management
- Environmental Assessment & Management
- Sustainable Practices
- Environmental Health & Safety Management
- Sustainability Management
- Development and Cooperation
- Project Sustainability
- Corporate Responsibility
- Solar Products
- Pharmaceuticals
- Toxicology
- Environmental Services and Mitigation
- Sea Level Rise Risk Perception
- Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assesment
- Energy-Water Nexus
- social and demographic research
- Electronics
- Environment
- Social Responsibility
- Recycling
- Environmental Science
- Course Development
- Corporate Training
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Systems
- Renewable Energy
- Biomass
- Bioethanol
- Solar Thermal Plants
- Solar PV Plants
- Landfill Gas
- Ground heat
- off-grid solar
- Biogas
- Development Cooperation
- Off Grid Solutions
- Alternative Eco Energy
- Hydrogen Generation / Cells
- Solar Water Pumping
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Conservation
- Energy Efficiency
- Energy Consumption
- Environmental Impact
- Pollution
- Greenhouse Gases
- Global Warming Reversal
- Waste to Energy
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Eco-City Development
- Fuel Cells
- Chemical Storage
- Water Energy Storage
- Battery
- Hazardous Waste
- Ecotoxicology
- Waste Disposal
- Environmental Research
- Alternative Fuels
- Energy
- Transportation
- R&D
- Green Technology
- Renewable Energy
- Solar Power
- Solar, Wind, Biogas, hydropower
- Bioenergy
- Bioenergy Technology
- Renewable Energy Power
- Photovoltaic's
- Research
- Alternative Fuels
- Sustainibility
- Recycling
- E-Waste
- Water
- Water Purification
- Renewable Water Resources
- Desalination
- Pollution
- Greenhouse Gases
- Environmental
- Water Conservation
- Composting
- Environment Protection and Pollution control
- CSR
- Green Building
- Sustainable Cities
- Sustainable Building
- Marine Technologies
- Waste disposal
- Toxicology
- Laboratory
- Sustainability
- Ecotourism
- Glass Processing
- Laboratory Testing
- Filtration Separation
- Rail
- Nanotechnology
- Nano Devices
- Materials
- Nanotubes
- Fullerenes
- Ceramics
- Thin Film
- Nanocomposites
- Nanofiltration
- Solar Cells
- Graphene
- NanoBio
- Drug Delivery
- Molecular Biology
- BioNano Devices
- Modeling & Software
- Simulation
- Smart Fabrics
- Healthcare
- Energy
- Polymer Membranes
- Photovoltaics
- Fuel Cells
- Environmental Impact
- Health Risks
- BioNano Lab Equipment
- Nanotech Other
- Sustainable Development
- Research
- Regulations & Policy
- Drug Delivery
- Manufacturing
- Product Manufacturing
- Micropollutants
- Nanotech
- Sustainability
- Carbon Footprint
- Emissions
- Energy Reduction
- Hazardous Materials
- Processed Water
- Recycling
- Sustainable Product Design
- Biodegradable Products
- Water Footprint
- Transportation
- Mode of Transport
- Air Transport
- Rail Transport
- Road Transport
- Water Transport
- Intermodal Transport
- Infrastructure
- Roads
- Railway
- Trains
- Automobiles
- Bicycles
- Ships
- Public Transportation
- Private Transportation
- Sustainability
- Environmental Impact
- Energy Efficiency
- Environmental Regulations
- Solar Powered Transport
- Sustainable Transport
- Clean Technology
- Advanced Materials