News about Health

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…

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…

Professor appointment

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

New mass spectrometry imaging equipment is among the world's most sensitive

The Waters Xevo TQ Absolute is equipped with a DESI-XS ion source and is now residing in the laboratories of Associate Professor Christian Janfelt.

Congratulations to Dr. Liu

On 24 October 2024, Yangfan Liu defended her thesis entitled “Spatiotemporal Modelling and Risk Evaluation of Avian Influenza Spreading in a Multi-host System in Denmark”.

Blanca Aldana receives Alzheimerforeningen’s Forskerprisen 2024

Alzheimerforeningen and Alzheimer-forskningsfonden have given Associate Professor Blanca Aldana Forskerprisen for her major contributions to the field of dementia.

Noah Ghebremichael joins CMP

Noah joins the EPITOPE team

Rethinking body mass index standards: Addressing hidden nutritional risks across populations

Current body mass index cut-offs may underestimate disease risk in certain populations, especially in South-East Asia, where a 'thin-fat' phenotype is prevalent.

Cognitive problems after stroke to be detected faster

A newly developed test tool is designed to detect cognitive problems in people who have suffered a stroke. But how well does the tool actually work? UCPH researchers are now investigating this in a project supported by …

CGEN at Copenhagen Culture Night 2024

The mini-lab “From DNA to Protein – explore the secret language of cells” was a huge success.

New grant to explore how microbes drive evolution in host organisms

A new research project seeks to investigate a critical question: Can microbes drive adaptive evolution of their host organism? This innovative study will explore the intricate relationship between animals and their…

Professor Ben Boyd receives the Dale E. Wurster Research Award

The prestigious award is given by AAPS, American Association of Pharmaceutical Science, to recognize an internationally renowned researcher.

CONTINUITY project initiates survey on Hypertension and Diabetes continuity of care in Uganda’s Bidibidi Settlement

The team working in Uganda's Bidibidi refugee settlement has initiated a survey.

Isaac Weldon: How societal systems shape global health outcomes

Meet Isaac Weldon, an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Advanced Studies in Bioscience Innovation Law, Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen.

Qualitative fieldwork is Uganda’s Bidibidi refugee settlement

Our qualitative work in Bidibidi is progressing well. Our aim is to explore the lived experiences of care continuity and disruption for hypertension and diabetes among forcibly displaced persons in Bidibidi.

Webinar highlights: Digital Applications in Mental Health

Ahead of the World Mental Health Day celebrated every 10 October, seven huge EU projects brought together experts for the second episode of Mental Health Dialogues.