Faculty of Health Sciences

The dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences takes stock

21.08.2025

17 years as SDU’s dean of health sciences have left a lasting mark: Ole Skøtt turned 70 on 18 July

There’s plenty of room to grow for both students and staff at the Faculty of Health Sciences. Both literally in the new buildings at the University of Southern Denmark's campus in Odense, but also in a figurative sense.

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Research

20.08.2025

Young adults with psychosis find recovery through everyday communities

A new PhD thesis from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) shows that young adults find more hope and empowerment in friendships and creative environments than in psychiatry.

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Education

20.08.2025

New master’s programme to strengthen nurses’ role in community-based healthcare

From September 2025, SDU will launch a new profile of the MSc in Clinical Nursing with a focus on advanced practice nursing (APN). The programme is designed for experienced nurses who will play a key role in ensuring timely care in a healthcare system facing more elderly patients and increasingly complex care pathways. It will be offered both as a full-time programme and as a professional master’s alongside employment.

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Grant

20.08.2025

Artificial intelligence to improve radiotherapy for cancer patients

SDU researcher plays key role in international AI project supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

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Gender Equality Council

19.08.2025

A new path to greater diversity: SIF’s partnership with Væksthuset is delivering results

At the National Institute of Public Health (SIF), the ambition to be a diverse and inclusive workplace isn’t just a nice idea – it’s a concrete effort. As part of the institute’s gender equality plan, SIF is working actively to make room for staff with different educational and life experiences. One important step in this direction is its collaboration with the social enterprise Væksthuset.

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Research

01.08.2025

More discontinuity for vulnerable patients in their contact with general practice

A new nationwide study from SDU shows that patients with low socioeconomic status, chronic disease and residence in the Capital Region of Denmark and Region Zealand more frequently change their GP – which can have consequences for treatment, equality in health and national economy.

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Research

09.07.2025

Cholesterol drugs have the potential to save even more lives in the future and prevent major surgeries

Three to four per cent of Danish men over the age of 65 are affected by abdominal aortic aneurysms – a potentially fatal disease. Research from SDU and OUH shows that preventive treatment can slow the progression. This requires screening, which is already used in other countries.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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