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European Collaboration Enhances Migraine Treatment Strategies
A researcher from the University of Southern Denmark and Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospitals is leading the development of new European recommendations for the nursing care of migraine patients
Inadequate Data on Self-Harm and Suicide Attempts
The information gathered on individuals arriving at the nation's emergency departments after self-harming or attempting suicide is found to be lacking, according to a recent study from the University of Southern Denmark. This shortfall in data collection could significantly impact the treatment these patients receive. lacking, according to a recent study from the University of Southern Denmark.
DKK 43 million for 7 excellent researchers at SDU
Seven researchers at SDU have each just received a grant from Independent Research Fund Denmark (DFF) to excellent and innovative research projects ranging from solar energy over young people's screen use and well-being to Greenlandic children's living conditions.
Using Hospital Data to Enhance Traffic Accident Prevention in Denmark
Recent research from the University of Southern Denmark and Odense University Hospital reveals that traffic accidents are significantly underreported to the police, creating challenges for preventive measures
Launch of the Translational Cancer Hub
The Translational Cancer Hub (TCH) in Odense, is a unique initiative that aims to significantly advance and bridge clinical and basic cancer research.
New giant robots could revolutionize Danish shipbuilding
In the research project LSP Ship Factory, researchers from The University of Southern Denmark, together with Danish shipyards and companies, aim to automate ship production using robots and AI. The project is supported by Innovation Fund Denmark and has a total budget of 47 million DKK.
Data shortage makes it difficult to identify hormone-disrupting substances
A lack of data from the chemical industry in the EU makes it impossible to determine whether substances, used in consumer products, are hormone-disrupting. Researchers from DTU Food Institute and SDU recommend that the information requirements in EU legislation be updated and simultaneously suggest methods for assessing chemical substances so that available information is utilized to the fullest.
Can Brown Fat Help in the Fight Against Obesity?
Unlike the body’s white fat, brown fat is considered healthy because it helps us burn calories. As a consequence, research interest in brown fat is significant, and now a Danish-German research team reports a new discovery.
Why do we have fewer children – and what to do about it?
Far too few children are born – even in the otherwise family-friendly Nordic welfare states – to sustain our labour market and social model. New research from SDU Professor Pieter Vanhuysse has a surprising idea of why we lack babies in Europe.
Why do we have fewer children – and what to do about it?
Far too few children are born – even in the otherwise family-friendly Nordic welfare states – to sustain our labour market and social model. New research from SDU Professor Pieter Vanhuysse has a surprising idea of why we lack babies in Europe.
Sustainability takes centre stage in new joint exhibition between two universities
This week, a new exhibition sees the light of day. It's called Healthy Future and focuses on health research at the intersection of climate, sustainability and health.
University of Southern Denmark launches new knowledge centre for diversity and inclusion at sea
Employees in the Danish fleet should not be subjected to bullying, harassment, and assaults. Research in a new centre aims to ensure a good working environment.
Researchers aim to develop new supermaterial for robots
In a new European doctoral network, researchers from the University of Southern Denmark are working to develop soft materials for robots that can change shape and structure through magnetic fields. This could be used, for example, in robot feet to significantly improve the walking robots' ability to move on different surfaces, as well as in industrial robot grippers for enhancing grasping capabilities.
SDU launches new programmes in Quantum Computing and Psychology
Syddansk Universitet (SDU) has received approval from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to offer new programs in Quantum Computing and Psychology. The Quantum Computing master’s program will be the first of its kind in Denmark.
Political agreement on sector dimensioning
On 19 April, the Danish government (the Social Democrats, Venstre – The Liberal Party of Denmark and the Moderates) as well as the Green Left, Danish Democrats, Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People’s Party entered into a political agreement on the sectoral dimensioning of undergraduate programmes.
University of Southern Denmark Launches New Psychology Programme in Esbjerg
It is now official: University of Southern Denmark (SDU) will introduce a new psychology programme at its Esbjerg campus starting in the summer of 2025. Preparations are already underway to accommodate 75 students for next year's intake. This initiative stems from a solid partnership between Education Esbjerg and SDU, with significant backing from the Esbjerg Municipality, local foundations, and the business sector.
How do we support those unable to conceive naturally?
Professor Jens Fedder, with 40 years of research experience in fertility treatments, offers insights into the evolution and history of these treatments, as well as prospects and opportunities.
Text messages to help citizens between the ages of 55 and 80 reduce their alcohol consumption
In a new project, researchers will test whether messages from an app can motivate people to drink less.
Prestigious ERC Grant for research on removing PFAS from the body
Tina Kold Jensen from the Department of Public Health at SDU has received a 2.5 million euro ERC Advanced Grant to investigate whether medication can eliminate PFAS in individuals exposed to high levels of the harmful PFAS chemicals, which is is absorbed in the intestines and accumulates in the body.
CBS recruits new president from SDU
Peter Møllgaard has been appointed as the new President of Copenhagen Business School (CBS). He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at SDU since 1 June 2022.
CBS recruits new president from SDU
Peter Møllgaard has been appointed as the new President of Copenhagen Business School (CBS). He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at SDU since 1 June 2022.
Sex is Evolution's Greatest Success
The ability to reproduce is considered as evolution's greatest success. But why does it have to be so complicated, exhausting, and sometimes even life-threatening to reproduce? And do virgin births actually exist?
Global warming: Animals mate more in warmer weather
Do climate changes make it easier or harder for animals and plants to reproduce? There is no simple answer, but several studies suggest that animals mate more frequently in warmer weather. However, that doesn't necessarily mean they have more offspring, or that the offspring's chances of survival are good. How does that add up?
Now robots can predict their own maintenance need
Emil Stubbe Kolvig-Raun is writing an industrial PhD for Universal Robots at the Faculty of Engineering at SDU. As part of his research, he has developed an algorithm that can predict when a robot will require maintenance and repair. This could save companies from costly unexpected breakdowns in production.
New insights into aggressive breast cancer and potential treatment options
Patients with triple-negative breast cancer may find encouragement in recently published research from Professor Vijay Tiwari from the Department of Molecular Medicine.
Danish researcher to help shape the future international space station
The International Space Station ISS is soon to retire, and as a replacement, the Gateway space station will be placed in orbit around the moon. Associate Professor Simon Vilms Pedersen from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) will be the only Dane to sit on one of the panels that will recommend which technologies should be onboard.
New study: How Proteins Control Genes to Prevent our Cells from Maldeveloping
If our cells would replicate 100% accurately when they need replacing, we would be without a wide range of diseases. However, they don’t; errors occur during replication, leading to illness. A new study takes us deep into the cell's machinery, where the genes in our DNA are regulated.
New insights into the growth and spread of cancer cells
In most cancer patients, there is an overactivity of the protein MYC in cancer cells. Now, a Danish research team has discovered an unnoticed function of MYC that could potentially be inhibited to weaken cancer cells
Collaboration on Odense Fjord and Funen to inspire other EU countries
Several researchers from SDU are involved in a new EU project seeking effective solutions for improving water quality and climate adaptation across Europe.
Ambitious research project addresses significant climate issue within the shipping industry
The formation of ships queuing outside ports is a widespread problem, leading to unnecessary fuel consumption and, consequently, CO2 emissions. With a total budget of 7,5 million euros, a new European research project, spearheaded by the University of Southern Denmark, is set to find a solution.
From Denmark to Ghana: Mathias creates sustainable water supply
Mathias Thuborg Madsen works at the Danish Embassy in Ghana, where he is leading a Danish-Ghanaian collaboration to improve the country’s water sector. He studied Market and Management Anthropology at SDU and has always been curious about people and the world.
ocean alkalinity enhancement
The CO2 levels in the atmosphere continue to rise as we strive to reduce our emissions. Now, an international team of researchers proposes a radical solution: pour crushed stone into the sea and it will empower the water to absorb CO2 from the atmosphere.
Grants of DKK 43 million to make the Danish/German border region more climate resilient
The EU's Interreg program has granted support for two projects led by SDU Climate Cluster, aiming to strengthen collaborative climate efforts in the region.
Danish technology will revolutionise thermal camouflage
The startup DECPT, led by former SDU-ph.d. Jeanette Hvam, has developed a new form of thermal camouflage that could change the game in warfare. The invention could not only save lives, but also shape the future of military technology.
Danish technology will revolutionise thermal camouflage
The startup DECPT, led by former SDU-ph.d. Jeanette Hvam, has developed a new form of thermal camouflage that could change the game in warfare. The invention could not only save lives, but also shape the future of military technology.
Researchers want to safeguard small businesses against cyber threats
The changing threat landscape increases the need for companies to upgrade their cyber security, and a new research project at SDU will help small and medium-sized enterprises with this task.
Researchers find connection between PFAS exposure and overweight
A new study finds that an increased PFAS content in blood promotes increases body weight and especially added difficulty in maintaining a lower body weight after weight loss.
Researchers find connection between PFAS exposure and overweight
A new study finds that an increased PFAS content in blood promotes increases body weight and especially added difficulty in maintaining a lower body weight after weight loss.
How to keep your New Year’s resolutions
Goals and motivation are among the most important factors for achieving what you set out to do.
How to keep your New Year’s resolutions
Goals and motivation are among the most important factors for achieving what you set out to do.
New life emerges as the ice melts in the Arctic Ocean
The Arctic Ocean is one of the most rapidly warming regions on Earth and is headed towards being ice free in the summer. However, this provides opportunities for new ecosystems to develop, biologist Karl Attard argues.
Less mold, more food
Foods like fruit, vegetables and dairy products often get attacked by mold or fungus and therefore must be discarded. If we can extend the shelf life just a few days, we can save a lot of food from being thrown out. SDU researchers are trying to contribute to that.
Artificial intelligence can save nurseries one fifth of electricity bills
Gas and electricity prices have skyrocketed in recent months, for several nurseries in Denmark, this means laying off staff or turning the key. Now researchers at SDU have created a system that optimises lighting control in nurseries in relation to electricity prices, saving nurseries 20 percent on electricity bills.
Artificial intelligence can save nurseries one fifth of electricity bills
Gas and electricity prices have skyrocketed in recent months, for several nurseries in Denmark, this means laying off staff or turning the key. Now researchers at SDU have created a system that optimises lighting control in nurseries in relation to electricity prices, saving nurseries 20 percent on electricity bills.
Floors in Greek luxury villa were laid with recycled glass
Several decorative mosaic floors have been excavated in a luxury villa located in present-day Turkey, once overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. New chemical analyzes reveal that recycled glass was used in laying the mosaic floors.
Bacteria to wear protection
Bacteria can contribute to a more sustainable production of chemicals, so providing a good working environment for them is a good investment. Now SDU- researchers present a nano protection suit, developed for bacteria, in Nature Communications.
Sebastian H. Mernild set to head SDU’s climate efforts
The internationally renowned Professor of Climate Change is set to head SDU’s largest-ever strategic initiative in climate change, sustainability and green transition.
Finally, the eelgrass is coming back
Scientists’ effort to bring the eelgrass back to Danish waters has proven very successful: After 2 years, there are now 70 times more eelgrass shoots in Horsens Fjord in Denmark.
Carnivores are more prone to cancer
A new study on cancer risk across mammals in zoos shows. Researchers also find that ungulates appear resistant to the disease. Could they hold clues to natural, non-toxic cancer treatments for humans?
Can theatre help climate change?
Students have been involved in improvised theatre to become aware of how to live more sustainably. Behind the project are researchers from SDU and they are impressed with the young people's dedication.
Can theatre help climate change?
Students have been involved in improvised theatre to become aware of how to live more sustainably. Behind the project are researchers from SDU and they are impressed with the young people's dedication.
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