2000+ researchers
27 institutes, 100+ centres
27.000+ publications
- calculated between 2015-2020. 44% published as Open Access.
More Support for Pregnant Women in Violent Relationships
A new research project involving researchers from the University of Southern Denmark aims to expand systematic screening for intimate partner violence to include pregnant women from ethnic minority backgrounds.
Intense Exercise to Help Inactive Women Prevent Cardiovascular Diseases
Just a few minutes of high-intensity activity integrated into daily routines can make a positive difference to health. The concept is called VILPA, and Professor Cecilie Thøgersen-Ntoumani is set to develop and test an app in a new project to help women prevent cardiovascular diseases.
Professor of Genetics at Sygehus Lillebælt
Cand.scient., Ph.D. Klaus Brusgaard has been appointed Professor and Research Leader at the Department of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Research Unit for Clinical Genetics, Sygehus Lillebælt, Vejle.
Kristine Bjørndal appointed professor
Kristine Bjørndal, PhD, has been appointed Clinical Professor and Head of Research at the Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Southern Denmark, and Department of ORL - Head and Neck Surgery & Audiology, Odense University Hospital.
Mark Bremholm Ellebæk appointed clinical professor in Paediatric and IBD surgery
On July 1, 2024, Senior Consultant, PhD, Mark Bremholm Ellebæk is appointed Clinical Professor in a combined position between the Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and Department of Surgery A, Odense University Hospital (OUH).
Sapere Aude grant to Konstantin Wernli
Konstantin Wernli from Centre for Quantum Mathematics, IMADA, has received DKK 6,2 million from Independent Research Fund Denmark to start his own research group.
Volha Lazuka receives prestigious grant
Associate Professor Volha Lazuka is among this year’s recipients of the Independent Research Fund Denmark’s Sapere Aude grant, awarded to top researchers within their field. She will examine the effect of initiatives and reforms that have been implemented for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to become equal members of society.
New research to enhance understanding of trauma and PTSD
Associate Professor Maria Louison Vang from the Department of Psychology has been awarded a Sapere Aude grant for a project that aims to revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of PTSD and complex PTSD.
New Methods to Reveal Adult Mortality Inequities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Angela Chang, associate professor at the Department of Health Services Research, has received a Sapere Aude grant to enhance the measurement of adult mortality inequality in the world's poorer countries.
Rikke Leth-Larsen Appointed as the new Head of the Department of Clinical Research at University of Southern Denmark.
Rikke Leth-Larsen, who has previously led the Department of Regional Health Research, is set to take on a new challenge as the Head of the Department of Clinical Research, SDU.
Doctoral Dissertation on Hypoglycemia
Brain damage from low blood sugar can be avoided in newborns with the rare disease "congenital hyperinsulinism," but difficulties in diagnosing the condition can delay proper treatment.
Enhanced Treatment for Dehydrated Patients
Is it more effective to drink fluids or receive them intravenously when dehydrated? Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark are set to explore this question.
10 million DKK for research on zombie cells
Panos Galanos has received support to establish his own research group at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The group will work on the bizarre zombie like senescent cells: On one hand, they can inhibit the division of cancer cells and, on the other hand, promote it.
Department of Clinical Research appoints new professor specializing in digital solutions for decision-making processes
Pernille Just Vinholt has been appointed professor at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark and Odense University Hospital. The professorship is in clinical biochemistry with a focus on decision support and artificial intelligence.
10 million to Henrik Dimke for kidney stone treatment project
Kidney stones are the focal point of the research conducted by Henrik Dimke, Professor at the Department of Molecular Medicine. His aim is to understand the underlying mechanisms and thereby develop new treatment methods.
Troels Korshøj Bergmann, Professor of Clinical Pharmacology
As of 1 June, Troels K. Bergmann will take up a clinical professorship in pharmacology at the University of Southern Denmark, Department of Regional Health Research, Esbjerg.
Is writing something for me?
Many students fail in becoming good scribes in Danish compulsory school. A new research project focuses on the development of students' writing skills.
Pernille Tanggaard Andersen Becomes New Department Head at SDU
Professor Pernille Tanggaard Andersen has been appointed the new head of the Department of Public Health (IST) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), a role she steps into from her position as vice head of the same department.
New professor aims to enhance understanding of financial incentives and cross-sector collaboration in healthcare
Søren Rud Kristensen has been appointed Professor of Health Economics at the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark.
Professor of health economics with a focus on general practice
Line Bjørnskov Pedersen has been appointed professor of health economics at the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. She is also employed at the Research Unit of General Practice in Odense and Esbjerg.
Three SDU researchers receive Fyens Stiftstidende’s research award
Three SDU professors – Kurt Klaudi Klausen, Anna Paldam Folker and N. Asger Mortensen – received the annual research award from Fyens Stiftstidende on Thursday, 16 November. The honour comes with DKK 25,000 for each researcher.
Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship for Chemistry
Understanding the new oxidative paradigm of biomass waste upcycling – LyticPol
International recognition for football fitness and football professor Peter Krustrup
UEFA has awarded a Gold Award for "Best Social Initiative" to the Football Fitness U90 Training Camp, a project developed by SDU and DBU Bornholm.