Aalborg University (AAU) has been providing students with academic excellence, cultural engagement and personal development since its inception in 1974. It offers education and research within the fields of natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technical and health sciences. More than 19,000 students are enrolled at Aalborg University, ranging from students at preparatory courses through doctoral-level candidates.

The Department of Chemistry and Bioscience has around 170 employees and is located in Aalborg, Esbjerg and Copenhagen. The Department is divided into five research sections: biology and environmental science, biotechnology, chemical engineering, chemistry, and sustainable biotechnology.