Aslak Heuser C. Christiansen

Versatile and results-oriented professional with a strong background in technology, technical development, system administration, and technical support. Known for leveraging analytical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to foster strong client and team relationships, manage projects, and drive innovation. Adaptable, proactive, and committed to continuous learning to stay current with industry trends and contribute to organizational success.

• Solid-state fermentation with fungi
• Biorefining
• Alternative protein sources
• Plant science/agronomy
• Utilization of biomass resources for food and feed

• E. Gundersen, A. H. C. Christiansen, K. Jørgensen, M. Lübeck. 2022. Gundersen et al. 2022. Production of leaf protein concentrates from cassava, Protein distribution and anti-nutritional factors in biorefining fractions.
• Christiansen, A., Norman, H., & Andreasen, C. 2022. Utilization of the halophytic shrubs Atriplex nummularia Lindl and rhagodia preissii Moq as crops in salt-affected semi-arid regions: How temperature, salinity, seed weight and size affect seed germination.
• Christiansen, A., Jørgensen, H., & Lyra, D. 2021. “Increasing the value of Salicornia bigelovii green biomass grown in a desert environment through biorefining”. Industrial Crops and Products, volume 160.
• Book chapter: Tanmay Chaturvedi, Aslak H. C. Christiansen, Iwona Gołębiewska, and Mette H. Thomsen (2021). Salicornia Spp.: Current status and potential. In: Future of Sustainable Agriculture in Saline Environments, xx(eds), Springer.
• Book chapter: Lyra, D. A., Al-shihi, R. M. S., Nugui, R., Robertson, S. M., Christiansen, A., Ramachandran, S., Ismail, S., & Al-Zaabi, A. M. (2019). Multidisciplinary studies on a pilot coastal desert modular farm growing Salicornia bigelovii in United Arab Emirates. In: Ecophysiology, Abiotic stress responses and utilization of halophytes. Xx (eds). Singapore: Springer, p. 327-345.

• Food political thinktank Frej, Member, 2020, present, Part of the analytical group, assessing different relevant topics to provide information to be communicated. Written blogs and long-read articles about vertical farming, plastics/bioplastics and an article about the sustainability and feasibility of permaculture in a larger Danish newspaper (Kristeligt Dagblad). Currently serving as a board member.
• KU-PLEN, Vice chairman study board, 2018, 2020, Vice chair of the study board of Natural Resources, Environment and Animal science at Copenhagen University. Also a member of the institute council at PLEN.
• Transition Now (“Omstilling Nu”), Volunteer, 2014, 2016, Helped arrange and facilitate debates, lectures, and conferences, covering a wide scope of subjects related to the transition towards a more sustainable society, both socially and environmentally.
• The Oasis, Founder/Chairman, 2014, 2016, Student organization focused on urban gardening, brewing, apiaries, and education through practical learning and stimulating innovative thoughts among students through engagement in projects and research activities. Managed the daily activities and events, educational tours through the gardens, apiaries, and brewery for visiting researchers and exchange students. Planned experiments that were used in different courses.
• Nakkefestival, Festival organizer, 2014, present, Part of the group organizing the non-profit festival Nakkefestival, involved in all aspects of running a festival from handling volunteers to budgeting. Responsible for setting up and taking down the festival. The festival has been running for 28 years and donates between 100-200.000 DKK to charitable purposes yearly.
• The Plant Laboratory, Volunteer, 2013, 2013, Worked with aquaponics, urban gardening, and mushroom cultivation in Copenhagen funded by the municipality. Involved in the innovation process and construction of a closed loop aquaponics system utilizing vertical growing beds.