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Ancient grain has huge climate potential and could play a key role in Europe’s future

Sorghum is one of the world’s oldest grains and possesses many traits that can benefit food security, climate resilience, and biodiversity. However, the mechanisms behind these traits have long remained a mystery to…

Why do we doubt our own abilities when we are good at something?

A new study from the University of Copenhagen and University College London has unraveled why some people feel insecure in their abilities – even when they are actually good at what they do.

Artificial intelligence

New national centre to strengthen responsible use of artificial intelligence

As part of its strategic AI initiative, the Danish government has taken a groundbreaking step by launching the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence in Society (CAISA). This national consortium is led by the…

Major bird study could help us fight the next pandemic

New study uncovers the intricate factors that drive the evolution of genomes.

Eat healthy in midlife to increase your chances of a healthy old age

Particularly, a plant-based diet with a low to moderate intake of healthy animal proteins is associated with healthy aging.

Plastic Pollution

Core samples from Greenland's seabed provide first historical overview of plastic pollution

By coring the seabed at 850 m water depth in Disko Bay off Greenland's west coast, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have obtained the first historical record of plastic pollution in Greenland. The new data…

green transition

Popular cooking cheese made with peas yields same taste and texture

A significant amount of the milk used in a popular cooking cheese can be substituted with plants, all while maintaining its taste and texture. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have demonstrated this by…

Population genetics

Extensive genetic mapping could significantly impact the treatment of metabolic diseases in Greenland

In the most extensive genetic study of the Greenlandic population to date, researchers from Denmark and Greenland have examined new parts of the genome that have never been studied before. The study sheds light on the…

What Denmark can learn from Malawi: Trees can benefit health, local economies and climate

Denmark's Green Tripartite Agreement aims to plant trees in an effort to restore nature and reduce agricultural land. However, a new study from Malawi shows that trees can do more than just capture CO₂ – they can also…

Evidence of discrimination does not sway public support for policies

A new study from the University of Copenhagen challenges the effectiveness of information campaigns aimed at combating discrimination.

Chaning of the guard

New Rector at the University of Copenhagen

Henrik C. Wegener has passed the rector chain on to David Dreyer Lassen.

Researchers share new knowledge about 'toddlers' with parents and professionals

With support from Nordea-fonden, psychologists at the UCPH will strengthen the social and emotional development of 1-2 year-olds through the project 'Understanding your toddler'.

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