Nikolaj K. Mandsberg - Physics PhD & Decision Systems

Nikolaj K. Mandsberg

Physicist · Decision Systems Designer · TEDx Speaker · FindMyLab Founder

I am a physicist who builds systems to improve decision quality. My background includes a Physics PhD from DTU, a Fulbright Fellowship, and a "PhD Thesis of the Year" award. My perspective is shaped by a diverse range of experiences, from serving as a Royal Guard to traveling through 47 countries and completing postdocs at KIT and DTU.

I now apply the analytical rigor of my scientific training to Decision Fluency—a framework for structuring choice and execution. Through products like FindMyLab, DecideBetterDaily, and Fishbowl, I build tools that help researchers and individuals move more effectively from intention to action.

650+
Citations in surface wetting and microfluidics research
25
Peer-reviewed publications on physical systems
13
h-index documenting a decade of scientific research

The Decision Fluency Framework

I treat decision-making as a repeatable system. These tools support the five stages of the decision-to-action pipeline:

  1. Clarify: Define the problem and success criteria.
  2. Explore: Surface relevant information without overload.
  3. Prioritize: Identify the highest-leverage path.
  4. Act: Reduce friction in the transition to execution.
  5. Learn: Capture feedback to refine future choices.

FindMyLab – Academic Selection

Focus: Selection Systems

FindMyLab structures the recruitment process for research labs. It turns unsolicited student applications into an organized dashboard, helping PIs make faster, better-informed selection decisions.

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DecideBetterDaily – Decision Habits

Focus: Habits & Reflection

A framework for improving personal decision habits. It uses structured reflection to help individuals define their choices and learn from the outcomes over time.

Discover the framework →

Fishbowl – Execution & Follow-through

Focus: Action Gap

A minimal system to manage execution. Fishbowl surfaces the tasks you tend to avoid, turning procrastination patterns into data you can use to improve follow-through.

Try Fishbowl live →

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Collaborate

I work with labs and organizations on selection processes, decision systems, and product strategy.

decidebetterdaily@gmail.com