News about The University

Mikkel Jarle Christensen and Jesper Hjortenberg publish new book on police law

New published book by Mikkel Jarle Christensen and Jesper Hjortenberg

New PhD Fellow Sahil Borse

Sahil Borse holds a Master of International Affairs at the Hertie School of Governance.

Harini Babu joins CMP

Harini joins the VLPVAC team

Jacob Eiche Andersen joins CMP

Jacob joins the OF-CANCER team

Lara Kaland joins CMP

Lara joins the OF-BIOMARKER team

The Paul Auster Research Library Visiting Fellow 2026: Norman Finkelstein

We are honoured to welcome Norman Finkelstein as The Paul Auster Research Library Visiting Fellow 2026

Update August 2026

Dear Fellows, We hope you have all had a wonderful summer. As we look ahead to another exciting semester, we would like to share a few updates on recent activities and initiatives currently taking shape across the…

New visiting researcher - Rachel J. Schoner

Visiting from 9 October to 15 November.

Joe Dauer: To know how students learn, we must first know how they think 

In the intersection between educational research and cognitive psychology, Professor Joe Dauer investigates what makes knowledge stick.

New deputy prorector and DKK 110 million are to prepare the University for a new reality

Artificial intelligence is causing changes to research, education and working life at a pace few had imagined. Now the University of Copenhagen launches a major initiative that is to help the University and Danish…

New Postdoctoral Researcher Azza El-Masri

Welcome to Azza El-Masri! She holds a PhD in Journalism and Media from the University of Texas at Austin.

Geopolitics at Eye Level: New Event Series Invites Young People to Explore Global Power Dynamics

UCPH Geopolitics partners with the Danish Foreign Policy Society U35 and the University Library in Fiolstræde.

New Head will strengthen legal collaboration with external partners and researchers

The University of Copenhagen has appointed a highly experienced professional to lead its Research and IP Law activities. Anette Poulsen Miltoft will strengthen collaboration with researchers and ensure that cooperation…

Welcome to all new students at the university

We look forward to seeing you at Copenhagen University Library South Campus. If you want to know more about how to get started using the library, it is a good idea to visit our study start page:…

Get ready to present your PhD project and prepare your next career step

A two-day hands-on workshop designed to strengthen your ability to communicate your research clearly and engagingly to audiences beyond your own professional field. 📅 Date: 21 September & 8 October 2026 🕜 Time: 08:30 -…

Leading researcher from Berlin appointed Head of the Department of Biology

As of 1 October 2026, Professor Edda Klipp will take up the position as Head of Department at the Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen (BIO). One of her key priorities will be to strengthen interdisciplinary…

SEMINAR: FURTHER REACH INTO INDUSTRY

Interested in careers beyond academia? Join two life science professionals as they share their experiences from academia, industry, biotech, and entrepreneurship. 📅 Date: 9 September 2026 🕜 Time: 13:30 - 15:30 📍 Venue:…

Patience and risk appetite shape young people's choice of education

Why do some upper secondary graduates choose a long degree with a steep career trajectory, while others pick something shorter and safer? A new international study led by researchers at CEBI shows that patience and…

New Postdoctoral Researcher Jeff Deutch

Welcome to Jeff Deutch. He holds a doctorate in social sciences from Humboldt University in Berlin, and a Master of Public Policy from the Hertie School of Governance.

Peter Strange Lassen joins CMP

Peter joins the OF-BIOMARKER team

Petra Kjær Bille joins CMP

Petra joins the DISCOVERY team

Creating Societal Impact: Seeing the Potential in Your Research

Interactive workshop on Creativity and Impact What if societal impact isn't something separate from your research—but simply another way of seeing it? Time and date: 7 September, 9.00–12.00 (followed by lunch for those…

Mobilising Transnational Expertise

Blog post by Samuel Boscarello (IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca).

Nine projects received UCPH Geopolitics Seed Money 2026-2027

See which projects received funding through UCPH Geopolitics’ Seed Money Call for 2026–2027.