News about DNA, genes and proteins

Vacant position as postdoc in the Blackford Group

Application deadline: 27 June 2025, 23.59 p.m. CET

Hannah Rebecca Schorle will defend her PhD thesis

"Genetic Insights into the Human Germline", 20 June 2025, 10:00-13:00

Researchers map 7,000-year-old genetic mutation that protects against HIV

Modern HIV medicine is based on a common genetic mutation. Now, researchers have traced where and when the mutation arose.

Eske Willerslev and team link Native American community to their ancestors through ancient DNA

Researchers help the Native American Picuris Pueblo people uncovering their history using ancient DNA. Their research connects the Picuris Pueblo not only to their ancestors but also to the UNESCO World Heritage site of…

New paper from the Svejstrup group in Molecular Cell

New paper from the Svejstrup group in Molecular Cell is online now. This study makes two important contributions to the transcription field. First, showing the specificity of RNAPII-CTD kinases CDK9 and CDK12. Second,…

Dog drool, bleach, and a Neanderthal child

Archaeological objects have often accumulated protein contamination over many years. How do you remove such protein contamination prior to palaeoproteomic analysis, without damaging the ancient proteins?

Researchers create ‘super stem cells’, seeing potential for improved fertility treatment

The ‘super stem cells’ perform better than regular stem cells, being able to develop into many different cell types, researchers from the University of Copenhagen find.

New research reveals how cancer drugs impact cells at the molecular level

A University of Copenhagen study uncovers intricate details about protein function at the molecular level. The discovery could transform disease diagnostics and treatment.

New research reveals how cancer drugs impact cells at the molecular level

A University of Copenhagen study uncovers intricate details about protein function at the molecular level. The discovery could transform disease diagnostics and treatment.

A male Denisovan jawbone from Taiwan expands the known geographic range of this extinct human group

A team of international researchers based in Denmark, Japan and Taiwan has made a significant breakthrough in the field of paleoanthropology with the attribution of a Pleistocene mandible from Taiwan to a male Denisovan…

Major bird study could help us fight the next pandemic

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

Major bird study could help us fight the next pandemic

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

Major bird study could help us fight the next pandemic

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

Marco Polimeni receives Marie Curie grant

Postdoc Marco Polimeni has received the EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant of 2 mill DKK for the two-year project ELSa, "Early-stage Liquid-liquid phase separation of alpha-synuclein”.

Researchers raise the alarm: Antibiotic resistance can spread unpredictably into the environment

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have learned that antibiotic resistant DNA can survive on the surface of minerals such as sand or clay, and this may increase the spread of antibiotic resistance from animal…

Researchers raise the alarm: Antibiotic resistance can spread unpredictably into the environment

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have learned that antibiotic resistant DNA can survive on the surface of minerals such as sand or clay, and this may increase the spread of antibiotic resistance from animal…

Textbooks need to be rewritten: RNA, not DNA, is the main cause of acute sunburn

Sunburn has traditionally been attributed to UV-induced DNA damage. However, a new study by the University of Copenhagen and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, reveals that RNA, another vital cellular molecule…

Bacteria use a surprising anti-missile defense-like system to fend off viruses

Particularly in the fight against antibiotic resistance, the new findings from the University of Copenhagen could lead to enhanced efficacy of treatments with viruses to fight infection, researchers explain.

Groundbreaking Discoveries in Laos Sheds Light on Ancient Human Evolution

Fabrice Demeter, paleoanthropologist, Assistant Professor at the University of Copenhagen, has led an international team to monumental discoveries in the mountains of northeastern Laos, unveiling new insights into the…

Researchers cure mysterious, deadly skin disease with groundbreaking technology

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have helped cure a life-threatening skin disease in seven patients with the help of advanced protein analysis.

New BRIC-group leader: The beauty of this job is generating knowledge that cures people

Asking the right questions is crucial to conduct science that has an impact. Cristian Bellodi, Professor and new Group Leader at BRIC, strives to bridge fundamental research and innovation to make an impact.

Junior ISBUC gives local gymnasium students insight into life in the lab

Junior ISBUC gives local gymnasium students insight into life in the lab through forskerpraktik mentoring program.

Newly discovered mechanism in the cell’s energy factory can lead to new treatment of muscle disorders

Researchers have discovered a mechanism in our cells essential to energy production in the muscles. It may lead to new treatment of disorders affecting the muscles.

Eva Kummer Selected for Prestigious International Programme

EMBO announces new exceptional scientists, who represent innovation and excellence in their fields, to join the EMBO Young Investigators Programme. BRIC group leader Eva Kummer is selected.