Faculty of Health Sciences Our vision is to help promote health. We focus our efforts on developing healthcare in a broad sense. Research About the research at Health Sciences that will contribute to improving human health. More about our research Education We offer a wide range of education programmes within health sciences. List of education programmes About SUND Learn more about the strategies, vision and organisation at Health Sciences. Contact us Jobs at SUND Vacant positions Do you want to be a part of SUND? See current vacancies at Health Sciences. Read more Load more News News about names 02.07.2025 Mette Juel Rothmann appointed professor of diabetes care and user involvement A professorship with a focus on life with diabetes: Strengthened research into the psychosocial aspects of diabetes aims to pave the way for new patient-centred solutions and improved self-care. Read article RESEARCH 01.07.2025 New Research: Tailored Exercise Therapy and Self-Management Program Improve Quality of Life for People with Multimorbidity A new study from the University of Southern Denmark and Næstved, Slagelse, Ringsted Hospitals reveals that a personalized program combining exercise therapy and self-management can enhance the quality of life for adults living with multiple chronic conditions. Read article Education Strategy 2030 27.06.2025 SUND’s new education strategy sets the direction towards 2030 With Education in Practice – Education Strategy for SUND 2030, the Faculty of Health Sciences is taking the next step in strengthening the quality and relevance of health education programmes. The strategy focuses on close collaboration with practice, digital development, and lifelong learning. Read article The physician’s oath 25.06.2025 First medical graduates from SDU in Esbjerg have taken the physician’s oath Historic Day at Esbjerg Hospital – University Hospital of Southern Denmark: First Medical Graduates Have Completed Their Studies Read article News about names 25.06.2025 Manouchehr Seyedi Vafaee appointed professor at SDU Manouchehr Seyedi Vafaee has been appointed professor of neuroimaging and neurobiological ageing research. The professorship aims to strengthen our knowledge of how the brain ages and shed light on the mechanisms behind Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders. Read article Spin out 13.06.2025 Artificial intelligence is improving medical care at sea for seafarers Researchers at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) are using artificial intelligence to raise the standard of medical care at sea. The technology strengthens patient safety, reduces the risk of misunderstandings and ensures clearer, more effective communication. Read article Grant 12.06.2025 Osteoporosis must be detected earlier With a DKK 10 million grant from NordForsk, researchers from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and Odense University Hospital (OUH) will use artificial intelligence to help general practitioners detect osteoporosis at an earlier stage. This could improve patients’ quality of life and reduce the costs associated with bone fractures. Read article Awards 03.06.2025 SDU professor receives international award for groundbreaking drug research Tore Bjerregaard Stage from Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacy and Environmental Medicine recognised by US society for his work on understanding and preventing side effects of medicines Read article EDUCATION 03.06.2025 SDU in partnership with Greenland: Master’s degree programme to strengthen nursing care A new partnership between the Greenlandic Healthcare System, Ilisimatusarfik (the University of Greenland) and the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) aims to strengthen Greenland’s healthcare services through a part-time Master’s degree programme in Advanced Clinical Nursing. The first cohort of students will start in September. Read article RESEARCH 27.05.2025 Digital platform for survivors of sexual assault aims to reduce barriers to support Research from the University of Southern Denmark has led to a new version of voldtaegt.dk – a user-friendly platform for survivors of sexual assault and support providers Read article Share on Facebook X Linkedin Email Copy link