News about Health

New perspective on the interaction between host organisms and microbes can transform food production and medicine

Danish researchers in an international network are investigating how the interaction between host organisms and microbes could revolutionise everything from food production to medicine. The new research field, holobiont…

Sharing experiences of Peer Research

PhD researchers from the Y-ENGAGE project are in Copenhagen this month, actively contributing to discussions on participatory research methods.

The avian influenza epidemiology group at the ISVEE17 conference in Sydney

On 11 to 15 November 2024, Helene Ane Jensen, Yangfan Liu, Lene Jung Kjær and Carsten Kirkeby attended the 17th International Symposium on Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics, ISVEE17, in Sydney, Australia.

Groundbreaking discovery could lead to next generation of weight loss drugs

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have discovered a new weight loss drug target that works without causing nausea or loss of muscle mass. The discovery could lead to new therapy for millions of people with…

Claus welcomes the Latvian Minister of Health

Recently, Desler Group had the honor of receiving a visit from the Latvian Minister of Health, Dr. Hosam Abu Meri. The visit was part of an inspiration tour in Denmark to learn more about our healthcare system.

Jaroentomeechai T et al. Nat Commun 15: 9668, 2024

Team OF-CANCER paper published

New weight loss drug target burns energy and lowers appetite – without the nausea and vomiting

Scientists have discovered a new weight loss drug target that reduces appetite, increases energy expenditure, and improves insulin sensitivity.

Adam Orford

Adam D. Orford teaches at the University of Georgia, specializing in environmental law and decarbonization, and leads Georgia’s National Zoning Atlas work.

New paper on Integrator/ARMC5

New paper on Integrator/ARMC5 from the Svejstrup lab in Molecular Cell is online now!

Six researchers from SUND receive grants for brain research

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences receives grants from The Lundbeck Foundation to six projects within neuroscience research.

SUND receives DKK 15M for sustainable development research in the Arctic

Three SUND research projects receive funding from DFF to strengthen sustainable development in the Arctic.

Could a genetic flaw be the key to stopping people craving sugary treats?

Research found that people with a genetic defect in their ability to digest sucrose eat fewer desserts which could hold the key to eating less sugar.

Elite coaches see compassion as a path to better performance

The potential of using compassion as a tool in elite sport is high, both for the individual athlete and in terms of sporting results, a new study involving Danish high-performance coaches shows.

Y-ENGAGE visits Save the Children Denmark

The Tanzanian team members of Y-ENGAGE were delighted to visit Save the Children in Copenhagen, marking another milestone in their impactful collaboration.

ERC Synergy Grant to chart Northern integration in medieval intellectual culture

With University of Bergen leading the project, four Nordic partners will investigate how books and literary networks shaped Northern Europe between 1000 and 1500 CE.

ERC Synergy Grant to chart Northern integration in medieval intellectual culture

With University of Bergen leading the project, four Nordic partners will investigate how books and literary networks shaped Northern Europe between 1000 and 1500 CE.

Researchers hope to develop novel drugs for gastrointestinal disorders by fermenting feces

In a new study, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have been cultivating ‘good viruses’ from feces. The goal is to replace fecal capsules now being used in so-called fecal transplants. Their new technique has…

Researchers hope to develop novel drugs for gastrointestinal disorders by fermenting feces

In a new study, researchers at the University of Copenhagen have been cultivating ‘good viruses’ from feces. The goal is to replace fecal capsules now being used in so-called fecal transplants. Their new technique has…

NIVI attending the World Vaccine Congress 2024

During four great and inspiring days, the three NIVI team members have been connecting and networking with the global vaccine industry, and hearing about the latest innovations and emerging trends in the field of vaccin…

Martinez JC et al. Malaria J 23, 327, 2024

Team SURFACE paper published

BRIC researcher participates in prime-time TV-show to explain how fundamental research can help cancer patients

This year, Fena Ochs, is part of the “Knæk Cancer” fundraising show by the Danish Cancer Society and Danish TV-channel TV2. She shows how Knæk Cancer supports her research in breast- and ovarian cancer.

Exploring our ability to switch between focus and flexibility

How do we maintain focus while constantly navigating flexibly between new information and impressions? The answer is called meta-control, an ability that will be explored in a new project supported by the Independent…

Plieskatt J et al. Front Immunol 15: 1481829, 2024

Team GLURP paper published.

Professor appointment

Lea Barfod (EPITOPE team) has been appointed Professor in Parasite Immunology