Physical Activity and Health in Working life

The Research Unit Physical Activity and Health in Working Life (FAS) facilitates research that promotes a healthy and sustainable working life. Our focal point is the employee. We integrate health promotion and disease prevention that are tailored to the employee's needs, their capacity and working demands.

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News from the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics

20.02.2026

Top football researcher appointed at the University of Southern Denmark

International expert in football research and performance analysis to strengthen SDU’s research in elite football and talent development.

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Reasearch

29.01.2026

One session of advice just as effective as rehab for many older patients

A new Danish study shows that extended rehabilitation programmes don't necessarily lead to better outcomes than a single advisory session.

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Women's health

21.01.2026

Women’s health must be prioritised in sport

A new set of 56 international injury prevention recommendations highlights the specific risks and needs of female athletes. Merete Møller, a researcher at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, was part of the steering committee behind the recommendations.The University of Southern Denmark moves up to second place in the ShanghaiRanking 2025.

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Ranking

06.01.2026

Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics ranked second-best in the world

The University of Southern Denmark moves up to second place in the ShanghaiRanking 2025.

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Grant

17.12.2025

Climate-friendly diets in your pocket: New app uses behavioural science principles to change eating habits

Backed by a DKK 6.9 million grant from Independent Research Fund Denmark, researchers at the University of Southern Denmark are developing a digital solution that combines behavioural science and game design to support more sustainable food choices.

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Research

02.12.2025

Artificial intelligence and big data to improve osteoarthritis treatment

The University of Southern Denmark is taking part in a new European research initiative that aims to ensure earlier and more targeted treatment of osteoarthritis.

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Research

28.11.2025

Documented impact of a school-based physical activity programme

The Fit First programme improves schoolchildren’s fitness, body composition and health profile – also among 10–15-year-old girls and boys.

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Awards

22.10.2025

SDU researcher contributes to award-winning efforts for healthier and greener cities

A global research network in which Professor Jasper Schipperijn from the University of Southern Denmark plays a central role has been honoured with one of the prestigious Sustainability Awards from the Nobel Sustainability Trust.

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Research

29.08.2025

Sport with care: 19 shared recommendations to support young people's wellbeing

Researchers and practitioners from across Denmark agree – wellbeing in youth sport requires concrete action, both on and off the pitch

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Grant

08.05.2025

New Grant Boosts Research into the Complexities of Depression

Anthony Fernandez from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) secures major funding to develop a new framework for understanding mood disturbances in depression.

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