The Research Unit for Maritime Health and Technology builds on decades of research initiated by the Centre for Maritime Health and Society (CMSS), which was funded by the Danish state for 32 years. CMSS was established to understand and improve health, safety, and working conditions among seafarers, fishers, and offshore workers. Internationally, CMSS was the most cited Danish research unit (Danish Shipping, 2019).
MHT continues this legacy by integrating new technologies to improve maritime health and safety. It expands the scope from traditional occupational health, including automation, data-driven interventions, and sustainability. In doing so, MHT honors CMSS's foundation while addressing the evolving challenges of the modern maritime sector.
MHT researchers deliver teaching and are coordinators of education modules at Master level:
- MSc in Risk and Safety Management; Module: "Health and Safety Management." This programme is offered by SDU together with Aalborg University.
- MSc in Public Health; Module: "Project and Management." This programme is offered by SDU.
MHT researchers also engage in:
- Ph.D. and Master project supervision.
- Assistance in Research and Development for Maritime academies.
- Support to Authorities.
- MaritimeEducation and Training offerings for companies.