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MedTech Odense grants

New opportunities to apply for funding in 2026.

Going Green 2025 – everyday logistics turned into 232,617 green kilometres

A total of 370 employees from SDU participated, who together travelled 232,617 green kilometres to and from work. This results in a total CO₂ saving of more than 40,000 kg CO₂ – the equivalent of five trips around the world.

Here are the rules for hanging Christmas decorations

December is just around the corner - and it's important to familiarise yourself with the rules for hanging Christmas decorations from Technical Services to ensure fire safety and free escape routes.

New theme page gathers SDU’s climate efforts

SDU has launched Climate at SDU – a new shared platform for research, education and climate operations.

Four research environments excel in Open Science

The Danish Centre for Rural Research, the SDU Centre for Energy Informatics, the Centre for Public Health in Greenland, and Chemistry and Pharmacy recently received awards for their work to make research articles and research data as available as possible to people who can use the research in practice.

SDU launches phishing campaign

As part of SDU's ongoing information security training, a phishing campaign will take place soon.

Help for event and conference organisers

A new service page on SDUnet provides in-depth guidance on all the elements that ensure a smooth organisation of the event. The page is relevant for both researchers and administrative staff.

New organisation of the research support unit at SUND

From 1 January 2026, researchers at SUND will receive integrated support throughout the entire research process - from idea to impact. A new research support unit will provide advice, quality assurance and strategic input – all in one place.

Avoid parts of the SUND Building on 29 November 2025

Varslingsanlægget i dele af SUND-bygningen bliver testet lørdag den 29. november. Det kan med medføre betydelige støjgener.

New measures to improve support for research applications

It’s now easier to get the right support for your research application. With fixed deadlines, SUND Research Support and SUND Finance can assist you even more effectively – all the way from idea to submission.

Systematic sharing of application feedback will strengthen SDU's funding success

A new initiative in 2025 encourages researchers to share feedback on funding applications with their local research support. The goal is to achieve better applications and provide more targeted advice across the university.

Procurement at SUND: One shared function – one professional team

SUND now has a single, consolidated procurement team with the aim of strengthening and harmonising procurement processes across the faculty. The handover process is progressing steadily – and the team, all of whom have strong laboratory expertise, are ready to help the units get off to a smooth start.

Obituary for John Erik Hansen

It is with great sadness that we have received the news that our colleague John Erik Hansen passed away on 19 October 2025.

The first LEGO® Chair has been found for SDU Vejle

The appointment of Davide Taibi as one of two LEGO® Chair heads of centre at the University of Southern Denmark's new campus in Vejle sets a clear research direction for the new research and education environment.

The development of a new master’s degree landscape at SDU

The Executive Board has now approved the implementation basis that will set the direction for how SDU will implement the Master’s Degree Reform in practice.

New principles for evaluation

The Council for Education has adopted new principles for evaluation, which, among other things, will help shift the focus from control towards initiatives that will support the development of teaching, education programmes and teaching competences at SDU.

New shared car fleet at SDU from January 2026

SDU is gathering a large proportion of company cars into one shared fleet and establishing a new booking system. Read here what the change means for you – especially if you have already booked a car.

Info for all mTIME users: Annual Celebration 2025 and time registration

We have made a system adjustment that automatically recognises the half day off that applies on Friday, when the Annual University Celebration takes place. You need to be careful to register working hours correctly - here's a guide for mTIME users.

Change in focus at theme day for TAP managers

There was great support and good discussions when TAP managers from across SDU gathered for a theme day on leadership in change.

Vi Kører Grønt 2025 - let's break the record again this year

SDU is once again participating in Vi Kører Grønt (We Drive Green), Odense Municipality's annual campaign that focuses on green and active transport habits to and from work. The campaign takes place from 27 October to 21 November 2025 (weeks 44-47).

Experienced University Director continues at SDU

SDU's Board of Directors has extended the appointment of University Director Thomas Buchvald Vind, who has headed the university's administration since 2017.

Invitation: From idea to approved health technology

Are you interested in learning more about regulation and certification in the development of new health technologies? Or curious about how to best navigate regulatory language and processes?

Meet your colleague: Simon Kjær Hermansen

Simon Kjær Hermansen is acting head of the Department of Forensic Medicine.

New organisation of the study administration – close dialogue and continuous updates

Last week, Director Thomas Buchvald Vind and Deputy Director of Studies Stinne Hørup Hansen met with education administration staff at the five faculties and Central Administration. The purpose was to provide an update on the work of organising the study administration in a new way – and not least to listen to the questions and input that the employees brought.

Large donation from the Otto Mønsted Foundation paves the way for a new student entrepreneurship centre at the University of Southern Denmark

SDU is on the verge of a remarkable strengthening of its efforts to promote entrepreneurship and innovation among students. The Otto Mønsted Foundation has decided to support the university with a generous donation of DKK 50 million - one of the largest single donations from the foundation to date - for the establishment of a new, creative innovation house on campus in Odense.

Winter admission 2026

Rector informs about changes for the winter admission 2026, applicable to applicants from outside the EU/EEA.

Do you want to offer an EPICUR course in spring 2026?

Do you want to lecture – and help students learn – across universities and national borders?

New study administration with a good working environment and a safe transition

The Rectorate has decided on SDU's future study administration. This follows the executive board's proposal for a new organisation, which was discussed by liaison committees and councils in weeks 37 and 38.

Framework policy for Career Advancement and Assessment at SDU

The University has adopted a framework policy for the promotion of academic staff to create transparent and meaningful criteria for career advancement at SDU's departments. The new policy is based on the CoARA principles and is part of the University's CoARA action plan.

The audiology programme turns 20

The country’s only university-level audiology programme celebrated its anniversary on 19 September.

Last chance to register for Movement Day 2025

This year's Movement Day is just around the corner, and this year it will be the biggest ever.

The Faculty of Health Sciences draws international inspiration for new dentistry programme

The faculty management visited the University of Michigan as the first stop on an international study tour in preparation for launching the dentistry and dental hygiene programmes in 2027.

Get more out of SDU's translation tool

A new webinar offered by the Language Services Unit can give you an extended introduction to the university's own translation tool, which combines AI translation with SDU's list of approved terms.

Meet your colleague: Helle Jung Andersen

Helle Jung Andersen is an assistant lecturer in Audiology at the Department of Clinical Research.

SDU invites you to Annual University Celebration

The biggest party of the year at the University of Southern Denmark is fast approaching, and this year the Annual Celebration will feature several new initiatives. Registration opens on Wednesday, September 17.

Central Liaison Committee has discussed proposals for a new organisation of the study administration

At its meeting on 11 September, SDU's Central Liaison Committee discussed the executive board's proposal to develop a more coherent and efficient study administration at SDU.

The art shaping the Faculty of Health Sciences

From chandelier to digital patterns and poisonous plants. All artworks at the Faculty of Health Sciences are now in place. Explore the five installations and meet the artists behind them.

Reorganisation of the study administration – the executive board has approved the next steps

On 4 September, the Executive Board discussed the future organisation of SDU's study administration and approved that the liaison committee can now consider proposals for the future organisation of SDU's study administration tasks.

Are you struggling with a tricky sentence? Language Services to the rescue!

Receive timely, targeted help with language questions through SDU Communications’ Language Services lifeline

From full bloom to autumn – and Christmas gifts can once again support biodiversity at SDU

You may remember the story from the spring, when the lawn at the administration building at SDU in Odense was transformed into a flowerbed.

Funding for academic events at the Nordic Centre at Fudan University

The autumn 2025 deadline for applications for funding for academic events is 20 September.

Temporary closure of car parks in September

Some car parks at Fioniavej will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party

The light work is up at the main entrance of SUND

The striking light work Nocturnal Bang by Monica Bonvicini has been installed at the Stenten S entrance.

New joint procurement function at SUND takes effect on 1 September

From 1 September 2025, SUND will consolidate its procurement tasks into a new joint unit: SUND Procurement. A process plan will guide the gradual implementation over the coming months, during which tasks will be handed over and systems consolidated.

The Annual Celebration is, of course, on Friday the 31st.

In the news about the Annual Celebration in the newsletter, it was stated that the event takes place on both Friday and Saturday, October 31. To avoid any confusion, we would like to emphasize that, as always, the celebration will be held on Friday.

SDU sets principles for collaboration with the Danish Armed Forces and the defence industry

The university has adopted a set of principles to ensure a balance between academic freedom, ethical responsibility and society's need for security.

Research receives additional boost with new project fee at SDU

Set to be introduced from 1 January 2026, a new model for a 20% project fee will ensure better coverage of SDU’s overhead costs and disburse more funds from the Finance Act to the faculties.

SDU maintains high interest among applicants

SDU is now launching the third call for applications, giving lecturers the opportunity to apply for funding to develop and implement new learning elements together with colleagues across the EPICUR alliance.

SDU and Odense Municipality in ambitious collaboration

Odense Municipality and the University of Southern Denmark today presented SDU Science & Innovation Park Odense - an ambitious project that will strengthen collaboration between the university's research environment, business and civil society and translate knowledge into concrete solutions that create value for society and the region.

Join us for an open day: Campus Kollegiet celebrates its 10th anniversary

At the end of the month, you can visit the iconic building that houses Campus Kollegiet, which was donated 10 years ago by A.P. Møller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Møllers Fond til almene Formaal. Here you can get an insight into the beautiful building and enjoy one of the city's best views.

17 years as SDU’s dean of health sciences have left a lasting mark: Ole Skøtt turned 70 on 18 July

There’s plenty of room to grow for both students and staff at the Faculty of Health Sciences. Both literally in the new buildings at the University of Southern Denmark's campus in Odense, but also in a figurative sense.

Henrik Bindslev becomes campus dean at SDU Vejle

Dean Henrik Bindslev will take on the role of campus dean for SDU Vejle. He will work closely with Dean Marianne Holmer until next summer, when Marianne Holmer will take over as Campus Dean when the first students start at the university's new campus.

A new path to greater diversity: SIF’s partnership with Væksthuset is delivering results

At the National Institute of Public Health (SIF), the ambition to be a diverse and inclusive workplace isn’t just a nice idea – it’s a concrete effort. As part of the institute’s gender equality plan, SIF is working actively to make room for staff with different educational and life experiences. One important step in this direction is its collaboration with the social enterprise Væksthuset.

The strategy is in place – now the work begins

The education strategy "Education in Practice" was published just before the summer break. This marked an important step – but not the finish line. On the contrary: this is when the real work begins. Read the column by Merete Munk, Head of Secretariat and Education at the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Strong applicant numbers for HEALTH programmes – especially in Esbjerg

The Faculty of Health Sciences at SDU can this year take pride in stable and, overall, impressive application numbers. The health sciences programmes have seen a total increase of nine percent in admission offers – thanks in part to strong interest in the new psychology programme in Esbjerg.

SDU maintains high interest among applicants

At the time of writing, the proportion of applicants who accept the student place offered is up to 90 per cent. This is a temporary figure that may change as the programme of study continues to admit to available places.

Meet the climate ambassadors at SUND

If SDU is to reach its climate goals, it will take both action and a sense of community. At SUND, five climate ambassadors are ready to support the green transition – two of them have just stepped into the role. Meet them here.

Special award highlights the relationship between citizen and doctor

Did you notice? A new award for humanity in medicine was presented for the first time at the medical oath ceremony in Esbjerg.

Upgrade your computer to Windows 11 before 1 October

Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will cease publication/discontinued on 14 October 2025. This means that no security updates, bug fixes or technical support for Windows 10 will be released after this date.

The first researchers have landed in Vejle

The construction of the research and study environments has really taken off at SDU Vejle. This week, the first two researchers started in the beautiful and inspiring surroundings, and more researchers will be added throughout the autumn.

World-class business school at SDU: Now globally accredited

Only six percent of the world’s business schools achieve AACSB accreditation – now the University of Southern Denmark Business School is among them with an internationally recognised seal of approval.

4.415 applicants have been offered a student place at SDU

On Monday 28 July, 4,415 applicants have been offered a student place at the University of Southern Denmark. Higher admission requirements mean that SDU offers 229 fewer places than in 2024.

Strong interest in SDU's education programmes

Despite new admission requirements, SDU is experiencing an overall increase in applications. The university's education programmes are attracting great interest from Danish and international applicants, and new programmes such as Psychology in Esbjerg are attracting record numbers of applicants.

Phishing campaign results May 2025

In May 2025, SDU IT ran a simulated phishing campaign where SDU employees received a false warning that their Google account had been accessed from a new section/unit

Summer closure/opening hours in Central Administration

Here is an overview of the different sections/units in the Central Administration's staffing during the summer holiday period.

Summer greeting from Dean Ole Skøtt

From international recognition and billion-kroner revenues to new study programmes and strong partnerships – the first half of 2025 has been full of milestones and momentum. Join Dean Ole Skøtt as he looks back and shares a warm summer greeting with all of you who help make it possible.

SDU closes its contemplation room permanently

On 30 June 2025, the management at SDU decided to close the contemplation room permanently.

SUND’s new education strategy sets the direction towards 2030

With Education in Practice – Education Strategy for SUND 2030, the Faculty of Health Sciences is taking the next step in strengthening the quality and relevance of health education programmes. The strategy focuses on close collaboration with practice, digital development, and lifelong learning.

Cross-collaboration to strengthen the study administration of the future

How can we use our resources better - and how can SDU create a study administration that is more efficient, can deliver high quality and is prepared for the implementation of a new student information system?

Citizen Science at European level: EPICUR summer school at SDU

On 24-25 June, SDU hosted the Expanding Citizen Science Summer School – an interdisciplinary event under the EU alliance EPICUR, bringing together researchers, students and staff from nine universities in seven European countries.

SDU has been awarded the EU’s HR Excellence in Research Award

The University of Southern Denmark has now officially been awarded the EU's HR Excellence in Research Award. This emphasises SDU's commitment to creating the best possible environment for researchers

SUND’s participation in Folkemødet 2025

The weather was lovely and the atmosphere lively – but the most important part of SUND’s participation in this year’s Folkemødet was, of course, the content. Several colleagues contributed with presentations and took part in debates, and everyone returned home with fresh inspiration, great experiences and stronger networks. Here, you can read how three of the participants experienced their days on Bornholm.

Would you like to help shape the EU’s research policy?

On 1 July, Denmark takes over the EU Presidency. This gives SDU researchers unique opportunities to take part in important discussions about the role of research and innovation in the Europe of the future.

SDU moves up in recognised ranking list

The University of Southern Denmark moves up to its highest ranking ever at number 303 on the recognised ranking list from QS. This places SDU fourth best among Universities Denmark, where SDU has also delivered the biggest improvement compared to last year.

Government announces cuts to public administration – including universities

The government has launched a multi-year work plan that proposes extensive administrative downsizing in the state towards 2030. The universities must contribute, but how – and to what extent – is still unclear.

New TV2 drama series filmed at SDU

In the spring of 2024, the University of Southern Denmark was contacted by UMA Film, who wanted to film for the new TV2 drama series 'Danefæ' with Lena Maria Christensen and Anders W. Berthelsen among the cast.

Strong commitment to SDU Green Lab

At the University of Southern Denmark, the SDU Green Lab project is experiencing great momentum. The certifications and the derived benefits in SDU's laboratories have been well anchored in the organisation with the participation of students, researchers and the Central Administration. There is currently a waiting list to work with sustainable optimisation, which has resulted in many great certifications.

Apply for funding from MedTech Odense: Calls are open now

Are you working on the next breakthrough in health technology? MedTech Odense is now open for applications from projects that can help solve challenges in healthcare for the benefit of patients.

New degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene at the University of Southern Denmark

The political decision to establish degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene at SDU meets the need for more dental specialists to strengthen the healthcare sector of the Region of Southern Denmark and to ensure better dental care for its citizens.

Movement Day 2025

Take a few hours out of your workday for fun and physical activity with your colleagues. Sign up for Movement Day on Thursday, October 9th.

Become a climate ambassador at SDU

– and put climate on the agenda where you work.

Handleplan

A new action plan strengthens career and competence development at SDU with shared responsibility, strategic direction, and local anchoring.

Open Research Day 2025

Join us for Open Research Day 2025. Here, you’ll get insight into the latest trends in health research – and the chance to see PhD students compete to communicate complex topics in this year’s PhD Cup.

Community across Europe

In early June, the University of Southern Denmark hosted the EPICUR Forum 2025 on sustainable transformation.

Changes to operations at Technical Services during the summer

Technical Services would like to point out that there may be changes to operations during the summer

Meet your colleague: Anthony Vincent Fernandez

Anthony Vincent Fernandez is an Assistant Professor of Applied Philosophy, Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics & Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS).

Instructions for flex adjustment on Great Prayer Day

The system thinks that General Prayer Day is still a public holiday, and it is therefore important that you correct your hours in Buanco/FlexIkon. If you have already tried to correct your flex in relation to General Prayer Day. General Prayer Day, please check the instructions below. If you need help, please contact the person responsible for holiday planning in your section/unit.

See the Portrait of Henrik Dam

Yesterday, Thomas Kluge’s portrait of SDU’s former rector, Henrik Dam, was unveiled, making him the latest former SDU rector to be portrayed.

Latest news from the Liaison Committee at SUND

Working hours agreement for teaching and consultation response to SUND’s education strategy among topics at the Liaison Committee meeting at SUND on 25 March 2025.

Latest news from the Work Environment Committee at SUND

Visible leadership, media handling for early-career researchers, and emergency preparedness for violent incidents were among the topics discussed when the Faculty Occupational Health and Safety Committee at SUND met on 25 March 2025.

Status of the Master’s Degree Reform at SDU

SDU has now seen the first drafts of the ministerial orders that will implement the reform. The Ministerial Accreditation Order is the first to be submitted for consultation ahead of a meeting in the conciliation committee in June, where the parties will also discuss the universities’ plans for a new master’s degree landscape.

Tell your students about EPICUR – autumn courses can be applied for in June

As a teacher, you can help your students expand their professional and international horizons through EPICUR. Through the alliance, SDU students have access to a wide range of international courses and activities – taught either online, as blended learning (a combination of online and physical attendance) or with physical presence.

Latest news from the Gender Equality Committee at SUND

Neurodiversity, recruitment practices and the next round of Mentoring for Change were among the many topics discussed when the Gender Equality Council at SUND met on 30 April 2025.

Martin Wirenfeldt Nielsen named Teacher of the Year at the Faculty of Health Sciences 2025

Martin Wirenfeldt Nielsen has been awarded the title of Teacher of the Year 2025 for his dedicated and inspiring teaching. He was selected from among six nominated lecturers from across the entire faculty – and is now also a candidate for SDU’s Teaching Award.

Meet your colleague: Ellen Boldrup Tingleff

Ellen Boldrup Tingleff is Associate Professor in Forensic Psychiatry and Psychiatric Nursing at the Department of Regional Health Research, Forensic Mental Health Research Unit in Middelfart.

Why did the grass disappear?

You may have wondered why an excavator recently removed large sections of the lawn at the administration building at SDU in Odense? Here is the explanation.

Avoid staying in the SUND Building on 31 May – 1 June 2025.

The alarm system in the SUND Building will be tested on 8 and 9 February. This may cause significant noise disturbances.

The Region of Southern Denmark's research grants are now open for applications

Are you interested in applying for research funding? The Region of Southern Denmark has just opened applications for four of its research grant programs.

Train to Stockholm – a step towards more sustainable work-related trips

Six employees from SDU chose rails over boarding zones and baggage carousels when travelling to a professional event in Sweden – and discovered a climate-friendly travel option with no stress and room for contemplation.

EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme 2025 – new opportunities for SDU researchers

The EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme is a joint, coordinated effort between EPICUR partner universities established to support research collaborations across the alliance.

Status of the restructuring of the study administration at SDU

The work to transform SDU's study administration has now entered a new phase.

EPICUR Forum 2025 at SDU

Do you want to help develop research and learning initiatives with a focus on sustainable transformation – and at the same time strengthen SDU's European collaboration?

Exclusive and Free Concert at SDU Odense

Come and experience choral music in the foyer (Atrium Courtyard) of the University Library of Southern Denmark in Odense, when the vocal ensemble Musica Ficta performs on Thursday, May 8 at 5 PM.

Do you know a student who deserves an award?

Now you can nominate a student for one of SDU’s two new Annual Celebration Awards.

New head of the Department of Forensic Medicine at SDU

Simon Kjær Hermansen has been appointed acting head of the Department of Forensic Medicine at the Faculty of Health Sciences as of 1 May 2025. He succeeds Peter Mygind Leth, who is stepping down from the position but will continue working full time as chief forensic pathologist for about a year.

SDU’s own translation tool is ready for use

The University of Southern Denmark is now making it possible to use artificial intelligence (AI) to translate internal news items and other brief texts. What is special about the AI-based translation tool is that it contains an SDU term list, so that the names of the University’s centres, departments and the like are translated correctly.

MedTech Odense identifies pioneering project and opens for first calls

MedTech Odense is ready to distribute funds to researchers and clinicians. The funds are awarded to research and innovation projects with the potential to create the patient treatments of the future with new health technology.

Join TAL2025 – The conference on teaching and active learning

How do we create the best conditions for student learning – and what role does AI play in that development? These are some of the key questions addressed at TAL2025 – Teaching for Active Learning, taking place on 6 November 2025 at SDU in Odense.

EPICUR opens the doors to European learning communities for SDU students and lecturers

– and provides easy access to academic development in an international environment. 

The Festival of Research 2025 was a great success!

On 26 April, SDU in Odense marked the Festival of Research 2025 by inviting the public to explore our research activities. The Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND) was prominently represented with 19 different events.

Technical Services will be absent on several dates in May

Service and Logistics will be "out of office" on May 9, and the entire Technical Services team will be absent on May 20–21. Therefore, there will be changes in the daily operations of Service and Logistics.

Find the SUND researchers here

This Saturday at the Festival of Research in Odense, you can meet researchers from SUND in no fewer than 19 different activities. Find out who you can meet – and where to find them.

Festival of Research in Odense: All the practical information

It all kicks off this Saturday. Here you'll find answers to questions you might not even have thought of yet – about parking, entrances, food, tickets and more.

Meet your colleague: Søren Mikkelsen

Søren Mikkelsen is a professor at Department of Regional Health Research, the Prehospital Research Unit and head of the emergency medical service (EMS) car in Odense

SDU to conduct another phishing campaign

Soon, another fake email will likely land in the inboxes of all SDU employees. SDU IT is once again launching a phishing campaign to maintain focus on being cautious before clicking on links or anything else that could compromise the university and its staff.

SUND introduces new central procurement function

The Faculty is centralising its procurement activities in a dedicated unit. The goal is to enhance the quality and efficiency of purchasing, while releasing time and resources for core tasks like research and teaching.

Join the seminar on AI, citizen science and health technology

How can artificial intelligence and citizen involvement help shape the health technology of the future? That’s the theme of an inspiring seminar taking place at SDU in Odense on 13 May.

New IT and STEM Programmes Approved for SDU Vejle

Eight new IT and STEM programs will lay the foundations for an international research and education environment at the new campus.

The University of Southern Denmark has joined the National Alli-ance for the Advancement of Basic Skills

Through knowledge sharing within the alliance, SDU hopes both to learn from others and to inspire workplaces to strengthen basic skills as a pathway to well-being and professional development.

Your employee portal on SDUnet – overview, news and tools all in one place

Get practical answers, stay updated on strategy and discover new opportunities. Your employee portal brings everything together in one place – across SDU, the Faculty of Health Sciences and your department.

Talented colleagues from SUND will be sharing their research at the Festival of Research

Once again this year, SUND will be strongly represented at the Festival of Research at SDU in Odense on 26 April.

Status of the restructuring of the study administration at SDU

Following productive dialogues within the organisation in recent months, the work on restructuring the overall study administration (OSU) has become more clearly anchored, and the Executive Board has just made a decision on which task areas to continue working on.

Financial adjustment at the Department of Sports Science and Biomechanics

The Department of Sports Science and Biomechanics is facing a financial challenge that calls for a series of adjustments over the coming months.

The University Library over 60 years – from unique book collections to knowledge hub

This year SDU’s Library celebrates its 60th anniversary as an indispensable resource for researchers and students at the University. Digitalisation has changed the Library forever – but the goal remains the same: Being present where the users are and recognising their needs – preferably before they themselves are aware of them.

Access for externals is temporarily closed in Oracle HCM and ERP

SDU has temporarily removed the option to log in with username and password in Oracle HCM and ERP.

MMMI Certification Paves the Way for Sustainable Construction at SDU

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) takes sustainability seriously when constructing new buildings or renovating existing ones. This commitment is underscored by the latest certification from DGNB, which has awarded the MMMI building a Gold rating.

OK24 – new rules on pension and accrued leave

In the collective labour agreement in the state sector, changes have been agreed on increased flexibility in relation to pension and accrued leave, which will come into effect in spring 2025.

Consultation on the future of education at SUND

The Faculty of Health Sciences has drafted a new Education Strategy 2030, which sets the direction for the future of education at SUND. The strategy is now open for consultation, and we would very much like to hear your input as staff members.

The Cooperation Committee and the Work Environment Committee – your voice at SUND

Did you know that you have a direct line to influence your workplace? The Liaison Committee at SUND (SU) and the Work Environment Committee (FAMU) at the Faculty of Health Sciences are forums where employees and management come together to create the best possible working conditions. It’s all about well-being, development, and good collaboration – and you can help make a difference.

Professor Stefan Mortensen has passed away

It was with great sorrow that we received the news of Stefan Mortensen’s far too early passing

More applicants to SUND through quota 2 – a solid foundation, but an early assessment

15th of March marked the deadline for applications through quota 2, and the figures for the Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND) at the University of Southern Denmark paint a positive picture.

Increasing Interest in SDU’s Programmes via Quota 2

The figures for this year’s applications to higher education programmes via quota 2 have been published. The University of Southern Denmark has seen a rise in the number of applicants for the third year in a row.

Meet your colleague: Ulla Andersen

Ulla Andersen is a PhD student in the Research Unit for User Perspectives and Community-Based Interventions, Department of Health Services Research. Her year long experience as an occupational therapist is now used in research, developing a programme for people with hand osteoarthritis.

Latest news from the Academic Council at SUND

How are adjunct professors and associate professors assessed at SUND? What is the status of the psychology programme in Esbjerg? And what does the future hold for student guidance in Sports Science and Health? These were some of the topics discussed at the first Academic Council meeting of the year.

Henning G. Kruse Foundation donates landmark building in Esbjerg to SDU

On 1 May 2025, the Henning G. Kruse Foundation will transfer the landmark property at Sædding Strandvej 18 in Esbjerg to the University of Southern Denmark. The building was previously the private residence of pioneer and businessman Henning G. Kruse and has been owned by the Henning G. Kruse Foundation since his death in 2022. Now the building will be used for research and development activities.

Why SDU is raising its grade requirement to 7.0 for bachelor’s programmes

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is in the midst of a transformation. The goal is to create even more value through excellent research and outstanding graduates. The grade requirement for prospective students is now increasing.

Would you like to know more about SDU’s consumption principles?

The procurement of goods and services generates the largest proportion of the University's CO2 emissions – emitting eight times more CO2 than our second largest source. However, by focusing on sustainable consumption, SDU can significantly reduce the University’s climate footprint.

Jakob Grauslund appointed as the new head of department for IRS

As of 1 April, the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark has appointed a new head of department for the Department of Regional Health Research (IRS). Jakob Grauslund has previously served as chief consultant, clinical professor, and research leader at the Department of Clinical Research, Research Unit of Ophthalmology.

Obituary: Mogens Hørder

It is with great sadness that we at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) received the news of Mogens Hørder’s passing. Mogens Hørder was a visionary leader who played a significant role in the development of the University of Southern Denmark.

Meet your colleague: Kim Brøsen

Meet Kim Brøsen, MD and professor of clinical pharmacology at the Department of Public Health. Kim is celebrating his 40th anniversary at SDU in 2025.

SDU has applied for the EU HR Excellence in Research certification

On 30 January 2025, the University of Southern Denmark applied to the European Commission for the HR Excellence in Research certification. The effort underlines SDU’s commitment to creating attractive working conditions and career development opportunities for researchers, and the certifi-cation will strengthen research applications, particularly in EU contexts.

News from EPICUR

Read about new funding for the development of EPICUR learning elements, the EPICUR SEED Funding Scheme 2024 and 2025, and that now is the time to tip students about the EPICUR Summer School.

Få mest ud af Folkemødet

Get inspiration and useful advice to maximise your experience at Folkemødet 2025.

SDU researcher wins YERUN Research Mobility Award

In 2025, Associate Professor Muhammad Tahir Ashraf from the Department of Green Technology at the Faculty of Engineering is among the recipients of the YERUN Research Mobility Awards.

Partial Closure of Campustorvet

Due to the renovation of the ceiling at Campustorvet in Odense, construction workers will be present, and the square will be partially closed from Thursday, February 27, for approximately three and a half weeks.

Latest news from the Work Environment Committee at SUND

Workplace assessments, stress levels, and physical working conditions were among the topics discussed when the Work Environment Committee (FAMU) met on 16 December 2024.

Latest news from the Liaison Committee at SUND

Organisational changes at SIF, the merger of SDU IT departments, and the development of the norm catalogue for SUND-FREJA were among the topics discussed at the Liaison Committee meeting at SUND on December 16, 2024.

Meet your colleague: Nasrin Asgari

Meet Nasrin Asgari, professor at the Department of Regional Health Research and the Department of Molecular Medicine.

Keeping paths and roads safe in winter is no easy task

Are you experiencing slippery areas on SDU's grounds? Please call 6550 8888 and SDU's gardeners will make sure to salt as soon as possible and prevent falls and damage.

Keeping paths and roads safe in winter is no easy task

If you experience slippery spots on SDU's land, please call 6550 8888. Salt will be applied as soon as possible and falls and damage will hopefully be avoided.

Do you want to be a climate ambassador at SDU?

Would you like to help create change at SDU and contribute to reducing the university's climate and environmental impact?

Temporary Closure of the Reflection Room in Odense

The reflection room is temporarily closed until September 1, 2025.

Your opinion matters: Help shape the standards for teaching hours

You can now provide input on the standards for teaching hours in the new time registration system. Deadline: 20 February 2025.

Adjustment of rules for spam and quarantine emails

SDU IT has adjusted the rules for when emails go to spam and quarantine, and increased automatic communication about emails in quarantine

Q&A: The special doors in the SUND building

Have you also noticed that some of the doors in the SUND building look different from the others? They are part of an artwork created by the Danish artist FOS, who explores how everyday objects can be given new meaning.

SUND TEACH invites you to a seminar on TBL

Join the first SUND TEACH Seminar on Monday, 7th April 2025, and get inspired by how Team-Based Learning (TBL) can enhance your teaching.

New canteen partner brings new initiatives to Odense campus

On Monday 27 January at 8.45am, the doors will open to the brand new The Central Canteen on campus in Odense.

Dissertation on medical measuring instruments

Cand.scient.oecon Oke Gerke has defended his doctoral dissertation at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Southern Denmark.

Annual Salary Negotiations 2025

The year 2025 has begun, which means that the annual salary negotiations are starting once again.

Meet Your Colleague: Maria Louison Vang

Associate Professor, Department of Psychology

Avoid staying in the SUND Building on 8–9 February 2025.

The alarm system in the SUND Building will be tested on 8 and 9 February. This may cause significant noise disturbances.

New national PhD academy is an investment in future research talents

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) has received a grant of DKK 500 million from the Novo Nordisk Foundation to establish a national PhD academy focusing on talent development and researcher education. The academy will be located at SDU, and the activities are for PhD students broadly within the Danish university sector.

Sustainable cups at SDU in Odense from 20 January

From 20 January 2025, the cafés at SDU in Odense will start using the sustainable return system Vytal. It's a system that makes it easy for students and staff to enjoy coffee and other drinks in an environmentally friendly way.

News about the OK24 Agreements in the State Sector

During the spring of 2024, the OK24 negotiations in the state sector were in full swing. Here is an overview of the changes that have now come into effect.

Per Andersen is the new campus manager at SDU Esbjerg

Professor Per Andersen from the Department of Law has just been appointed campus manager at SDU in Esbjerg. He replaces Head of Department at IST, Pernille Tanggaard Andersen in the post.

SDU’s new master’s degree landscape in 2028

As part of the implementation of the Master’s Degree Reform, SDU’s Executive Board has approved which master’s degree programmes the University is to restructure towards the start of studies in 2028.

Join us for Health Innovation Day 2025

On January 20th, SDU’s Odense campus will host Health Innovation Day 2025 - a unique opportunity to connect with leading minds in healthcare innovation.

Know Your Colleague: Torben Knudsen

Meet Torben Knudsen, Clinical Professor, Coordinating Head of Research, and Associate Programme Director of Medicine at the Department of Regional Health Research, and Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospitals.

Get Funding for Your Competence Development

From January 14th at 10:00 AM, you can apply for funds from the State Competence Fund's pools.

SDU IT is the new joint unit for IT and Digitalisation

With the turn of the year, the university says goodbye to SDU Digital and the old SDU IT and welcomes the new SDU IT.

New canteen supplier in January

– what opens when on campus in Odense?

People first – Vision for SDU’s Study Administration

In October, the Rectorate and the Deputy Director of Studies announced that a dialogue would be initiated with the management and collegiate bodies on the further work on Carve’s recommendations for the future study administration.

Kim Houlind skifter til Regionshospitalet Horsens som lægefaglig direktør

From February 1st 2025, Kim Houlind will take on the role of Medical Director at Horsens Regional Hospital. This marks the end of his tenure as Head of the Department of Regional Health Research (IRS) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). Recruitment for a new department head will commence at the start of the new year.

SDU’s Open Science policy has been revised – what does this mean for you?

SDU has been working to implement Open Science at the University for a long time, and today 80 per cent of the research publications are open access. Now, a revised Open Science policy sets new goals for the further work.

Christmas with your colleague: Nikos Ntoumanis

Meet Nikos Ntoumanis, Professor at DRIVEN – Danish Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Science, Department of Sports Science and Biomechanics

New educational quality policy from January

At the beginning of the New Year, we will change the way we develop and ensure the educational quality at SDU. The Executive Board has adopted new goals and how they are to be followed up. The focus will be on development and results instead of on controlling initiatives.

Government Decision Affects CMSS

It is with great regret that we announce the closure of the Centre of Maritime Health and Society (CMSS) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). This decision stems from the government’s annual budget negotiations.

Five tips for the medtech partnership

Get the latest news from Søren E. Frandsen, Head of SDU RIO and the new MedTech Odense – a partnership comprising SDU, the Region of Southern Denmark at OUH and Odense Municipality.

New climate plan in 2025–2027

SDU will continue its targeted efforts to reduce the University’s greenhouse gas emissions. SDU’s management has therefore approved a more ambitious climate plan (2.0) for the period 2025–2027, which will replace SDU’s previous climate plan (1.0) for the period 2022–2024.

In memoriam lecturer Hans Albert Bøye Ph.D. (Cantab.) by professor emeritus Anthony Carter

Hans Albert Bøye, former lecturer in cytology at the anatomy department has died.

Christmas with your colleague: Sara Christine Nielsen

Meet Sara Christine Nielsen, Campus Coordinator at the University of Southern Denmark in Esbjerg.

Britt Borregaard Appointed Professor of Cardiology with a Special Focus on Post-Heart Disease Health Research

Britt Borregaard, nurse and PhD, has been appointed professor of cardiology at the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and at the Department of Cardiology at Odense University Hospital (OUH). Her professorship will focus on Cardiac Health Outcomes Research.

2024 Christmas holiday notifications from the Central Administration

The Christmas period entails changed services in SDU's joint administration. Get the overview here.

Obituary for Henrik Johnsen Vindt

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our colleague Henrik Johnsen Vindt on December 5th, 2024.

New canteen partner brings new initiatives to Odense campus

SDU has entered into an agreement with Jespers Torvekøkken, which will take over responsibility for canteen and café operations in Odense from 1 January 2025.

New flagship centre at SDU and OUH

The Centre for Integrated Multi-Omics in Precision Medicine (CIMP) has received the academic seal of approval from SDU and OUH as the new research flagship across the two institutions.

We Go Green - the winners are announced

We Go Green 2024 was a record year. Almost twice as many people participated in the campaign in 2024 as in 2023.

Registration of working hours

The purpose of time registration is to comply with the law and – perhaps more importantly – to ensure a good and attractive working environment at SDU

Christmas with your colleague: Amalie Wiben

Meet Amalie Wiben, PhD student at DaCHE – Danish Centre for Health Economics, Department of Public Health

New mandatory rules for the procurement of goods and services

New principles from SDU's management make sustainable choices a part of everyday life for all employees and are our common tool for achieving SDU's climate goals.

SDU gets two new master's degree programmes

The University of Southern Denmark has received the green light from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to offer two new master's degree programmes. Both will be offered at SDU's campus in Sønderborg.

Christmas with your colleague: Nana Olejank Hansen

Meet Nana Olejank Hansen, Communication employee at Department of Regional Health Research and Department of Clinical Research.

Apply for Funding to Develop EPICUR Learning Elements

It is now possible to apply for funding to develop and implement learning elements within the framework of the EPICUR alliance.

Fewer employees have experienced stress or offensive behaviour

The results from this year’s APV and Well-Being Survey are ready, and they show positive trends but also point to challenges that we must continue to address.

Did you fall into the phishing trap?

SDU IT and Digital are taking stock after the autumn 2024 phishing campaign in which an email in the SDU inbox tried to lure login information out of employees through a QR code for updating their employee card.

New page about generative AI on SDUnet

AI is developing rapidly and has the potential to positively support SDU’s development. As an employee, you can be even better at your job in a digital day-to-day with AI, but it requires a solid understanding of the new technology.

SDU has signed an agreement with new canteen partner

Following the expiry of SDU’s contract with the Compass Group – our current canteen supplier – Jespers Torvekøkken will take over canteen and café operations at SDU in Odense from 1 January.

Today is election day at SDU

From today, Monday d. 25 November at 9 am and until Thursday d. 28 November at 3 pm you can vote for the SDU elections.

Q&A: What's in the Basement? (Part 4)

Listening booths, acoustics, and hearing aids—this episode of “What’s in the Basement?” takes a closer look at the fascinating work of audiologists, who specialise in understanding hearing and treating hearing loss.

Take advantage of SDU’s offerings for employees with dyslexia

Read about SDU’s support and resources to improve reading and writing skills, and sign up for our information meeting on December 16, 2024.

Final Report from the Master's Degree Committee

The Master's Degree Committee has published its final report, outlining the framework for implementing the 2023 master's degree reform – one of the most comprehensive reforms of university education in recent history.

Know Your Colleague: Sören Möller

Meet Sören Möller, Associate Professor of Biostatistics at OPEN, Department of Clinical Research

Hospital and University Draw Closer – Benefiting Patients

A number of nurses at Zealand University Hospital are pursuing a university degree at SDU while continuing to work in their own departments. This brings new knowledge and activities that benefit the patients.

Opening for Bookings for 2025

The new season for 2025 will open for bookings on 15 November 2024.

Q&A: Collections in Health Sciences - Anatomy

The so-called anatomical museum at the Faculty of Health Sciences houses more than 500 body parts, which are used for teaching purposes. In our series on collections at the Faculty of Health Sciences, we visit the museum following a suggestion from our mailbox.

Thomas Stauffer Larsen appointed clinical professor of haematology

The professorship is newly established and centred on the treatment of lymphoma. Professorships have been established as a combination position between the Department of Clinical Research, the University of Southern Denmark and the Department of Haematology at Odense University Hospital.

Henrik Frederiksen has been appointed Clinical Professor in Haematology.

This professorship entails that Henrik Frederiksen will take on the role of research leader for the haematology field. The position has been established as a joint appointment between the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and the Department of Haematology at Odense University Hospital (OUH).

IMM Wins 2024 TAP Prize

The TAP Prize (Technical Administrative Staff) was awarded for the first time in 2021 and is given in special recognition of the contribution made by technical-administrative staff.

Vejle becomes a university city: SDU is establishing a campus focusing on IT and STEM programmes

The ambitions have been present since 2021 and now they are becoming a reality. The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) can now announce its historic decision to establish a new campus in Vejle, dedicated to IT and STEM education, with support from the LEGO Group and Vejle Municipality.

MedTech partnership unites research and technology to shape the future of patient care

A new strategic partnership between the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), the Region of Southern Denmark and Odense Municipality will provide the framework for future technological healthcare solutions for patients throughout Denmark. 

Know Your Colleague: Meet Lindsey Van Yper

Mød Lindsey Van Yper, Adjunkt, Forskningsenhed for Oto Rhino laryngologi, Klinisk Institut.

We’re travelling green 2024

Departments and offices at SDU Odense are invited to participate in Odense Municipality’s annual campaign focusing on green and active transport habits at workplaces in Odense. SDU is one of the nine founding members of the Odense Climate Partnership, so all interested parties are invited to participate.

Next Step in the Transformation of SDU's Study Administration

SDU is now taking a further step in the transformation of its study administration.

New Professor of Clinical and Translational Proteomics

Hans Christian Beck has been appointed professor in a newly established professorship in clinical and translational proteomics in a combination position between the Department of Clinical Medicine, the Research Unit for Clinical Biochemistry, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and Odense University Hospital (OUH)

Information about the Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024

An introductory question about nationality has been removed from the Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey.

News about working time registration at SDU

The pilot project for selected TAPs at TEK and SDU HR started on October 7 and is expected to end mid-November. After the pilot project, it is expected that the rest of the target group (except TAP who register flex time in Buanco) will be able to register in mTIME - see target group below.

This year’s SDU elections will be held on 25–28 November

This year, the elections will include choosing TAP representatives to the University Council and student representatives to SDU’s Board. All staff and students can run for election and have a direct impact!

New education quality policy on the way

From quality control to quality culture

Know your colleague: Jonas Ammundsen Ipsen

Meet Jonas Ammundsen Ipsen, MSc in Physiotherapy, Department of Regional Health Research

From Paper to Practice: Bringing SUND’s New Research Strategy to Life

The kickoff seminar on implementing SUND's new research strategy sparked lively discussions and generated concrete input for the next steps.

The Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024 starts now

On 8 October, employees covered by the collective workplace assessment and well-being survey will receive an email from Ramboll with a link to SDU’s Workplace Assessment and Well-Being Survey 2024.

Q&A: The Brain Collection at SDU

Did you know that more than 9,000 brains are stored in the basement beneath the campus? Learn more about SDU’s brain collection in this week’s Q&A.

PULS: The new student media at SUND is live

SUND has just launched PULS, a new media created to gather and share students' experiences and stories.

SDU conducts another phishing campaign

Once again, it is time again to test our ability to spot fraudulent emails.

How to Change the Picture on Your SDU Profiles

Do you want to upload a new picture to your SDU profiles or change the existing one? Follow along here.

APV-2024

Who is better suited to assess the working environment than the employees themselves?

Price adjustments in the canteen in Odense and Copenhagen

According to the contract with SDU, the annual price adjustment will take place from Monday 16 September 2024.

Applications about to open for skills development funding

On Tuesday 24 September 2024 at 10:00 am, new funds will be added to the State Competence Fund pools and applications will be open. You can write your application now, provided that your manager does not approve your application in the system until your pool is open.

Know your colleague: Tonny Andersen

Meet Tonny Elmose Andersen, Professor of Pain Psychology, Authorised Psychologist, Department of Psychology

We’re Not Standing Still – Even as OUH Takes its Time

HEALTH has settled in at Campusvej. From our new buildings, we can see the New OUH taking shape – and we can hear the activity on the other side of the fire wall. Although it will be some time before they move in, that doesn't mean we have to wait to start collaborating. So, what’s happening in the meantime?

Q&A: What's in the Basement of the SUND Building? (Part 3)

Have you ever wondered how the space in the basement (Level 0) of the SUND building is utilised? This week’s Q&A offers a glimpse into some of the fascinating features tucked away beneath the surface.

Kickoff Meeting: Implementation of the Faculty of Health Sciences' Research Strategy

Be part of the implementation of the Faculty of Health Sciences' new research strategy. Join the kick-off meeting on Monday, 7th October, in the D-IAS Auditorium at the University of Southern Denmark

Meet your colleague: Emilie Louise Holk

Meet Emilie Louise Holk - Special Consultant, SUND Education, Faculty Secretariat.

Holiday requests

It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2024/2025, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2024 to 31 December 2025 (the holiday entitlement period).

Working time registration

SDU is working together with the other universities to determine the framework for recording working hours.

Key discussions set the stage for new collaborations

Inspiration day at SDU on reducing health inequalities proves a great success.

Q&A: What's in the Basement of the SUND Building? (Part 2)

Have you ever wondered how the space in the basement (Level 0) of the SUND building is used? In this week’s Q&A, we’ll give you a glimpse into some of the fascinating features hidden below ground.

Closure of car parks

Car parks will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party. Are you travelling to SDU Odense by car? Then you’ll probably need to spend a little extra time parking over the next few weeks.

How To! Forming an International Team in a Clinical Setting

At the Epilepsy Hospital Filadelfia and the Department of Regional Health Research, they've mastered the art of creating an international research team. The key lies in balancing professional, social, and practical elements.

Q&A: What's in the Basement of the SUND Building?

Have you ever wondered how the space in the basement (Level 0) of the SUND building is used? In this week’s Q&A, we’ll give you a glimpse into some of the fascinating features hidden below ground.

Movement Day 2024

Take a few hours out of your workday for fun and physical activity with your colleagues. Sign up for Movement Day on Thursday, October 10th.

Professor of Genetics at Sygehus Lillebælt

Cand.scient., Ph.D. Klaus Brusgaard has been appointed Professor and Research Leader at the Department of Regional Health Research, University of Southern Denmark, Research Unit for Clinical Genetics, Sygehus Lillebælt, Vejle.

Prospect of 20 New Study Places in the Medical Programme in Esbjerg

As part of the new rural development initiative, the government plans to allocate an additional 20 study places to the Master’s programme in Medicine at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). This expansion is anticipated to increase the number of newly trained doctors in Esbjerg from 30 to 50 annually. It represents a significant step towards strengthening local healthcare and ensuring a more balanced geographical distribution of doctors across the country.

Smoking Regulations at the Faculty of Health Sciences

The smoking and tobacco use regulations at SDU have been approved and adopted by the Rectorate. These same regulations apply to the Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND).

Meet your colleague: Bo Mussmann

Meet Bo Mussmann – Head of Research and Associate Professor at UNIFY – Radiological Research and Innovation Unit, Department of Clinical Research

Great interest in SDU’s programmes

Preliminary figures show a high level of interest in applying to SDU’s offered programmes.

Kristine Bjørndal appointed professor

Kristine Bjørndal, PhD, has been appointed Clinical Professor and Head of Research at the Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Southern Denmark, and Department of ORL - Head and Neck Surgery & Audiology, Odense University Hospital.

SDU’s Climate Plan 2.0 on the way

The Board has set the level of ambition in a new climate plan, and the Rectorate is now initiating the process of preparing a replacement for the current plan, which expires at the end of the year. A draft climate plan 2025–2027 with concrete initiatives will be discussed at the board meeting in December.

SDU must take a curious, bold and critical approach to generative AI

The potentials are great and the challenges considerable in the work of disseminating generative AI at SDU. Below, University Director Thomas Buchvald Vind gives us his and the Rectorate’s take on how the University can grasp the potentials and address the challenges.

News about registration of working hours from 1 July 2024

The rules require employers to introduce a working time registration system that makes it possible to measure the daily working time for the individual employee. Over the summer, SDU will clarify how the new rules are to be implemented in the organisation.

Summer holiday closings in the Central Administration

Several departments in the Central Administration are either closed or have reduced staffing during the summer holidays. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual units. For Technical Services, there are a number of practical changes regarding operations.

SDU IT wish you a safe and enjoyable summer

Dear colleague, The summer holidays are approaching fast and as you may be planning to travel abroad during the holiday period, we would like to remind you of the importance of safe digital behaviour, especially when using your SDU computer. We want to ensure that your data and personal information remain protected wherever you are.

Responding to consultation on education quality policies

Here are some insights into the feedback

Background check of prospective employees

According to the URIS guidelines, SDU and the other Danish universities are obliged to have procedures in place for carrying out screenings and thorough background checks on people who have applied for a position at the university.

From Student Services to SDU Education

During the spring of 2024, Student Services has undergone an organisational change that will support greater academic cohesion and ensure the right foundation for its work with SDU’s strategic priorities.

What am I doing during my summer holidays?

We asked a number of our colleagues what their plans are for the summer holidays. Perhaps we can all get some inspiration on how to unwind?

Activity in and on the climate ponds around SDU

The 12 climate ponds around SDU are not only meant to prevent flooding. They also contribute to increased biodiversity in the area and now they are used by both students and researchers for various activities.

Hanne Søndergaard Birkmose becomes Dean of SAMF

After acting in the position as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences since 10 April, Hanne Søndergaard Birkmose has been confirmed in the post.

Introduction to the project supplement

Universities Denmark and six private research funding foundations are now ready with a guide to the introduction of project supplements in grants for financing the universities’ expenses in research projects.

Climate Thursdays 2024

Climate Thursdays are a series of online lectures – free of charge.

Mark Bremholm Ellebæk appointed clinical professor in Paediatric and IBD surgery

On July 1, 2024, Senior Consultant, PhD, Mark Bremholm Ellebæk is appointed Clinical Professor in a combined position between the Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and Department of Surgery A, Odense University Hospital (OUH).

Q&A: Find your way around the SUND building

Do you also find it difficult to navigate the SUND building? Then there is help available in this week's Q&A

New research to enhance understanding of trauma and PTSD

Associate Professor Maria Louison Vang from the Department of Psychology has been awarded a Sapere Aude grant for a project that aims to revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of PTSD and complex PTSD.

New Methods to Reveal Adult Mortality Inequities in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Angela Chang, associate professor at the Department of Health Services Research, has received a Sapere Aude grant to enhance the measurement of adult mortality inequality in the world's poorer countries.

Elections for the Occupational Health and Safety Organisation at SDU

Following the implementation of a new local agreement regarding the organisation of occupational health and safety work at SDU, elections are now being called for the occupational health and safety organisation.

Contribute to creating a University with more biodiversity

In the coming months, a new initiative will collect and process proposals to increase biodiversity on the University of Southern Denmark’s campuses. The management will select and prioritise initiatives among the proposals. Both students and staff can now submit proposals.

Meet your colleague: Maja Sulstad Johansen

Meet Maja Sulstad Johansen - PhD student at the the Department of Sports Science and Biomechanics

Åben Forskerdag 2024

Sæt kryds i kalenderen og tilmeld dig Åben Forskerdag 2024. Her får du et indblik i de nyeste tendenser indenfor sundhedsforskningen – og mulighed for at se ph.d.-studerende dyste i formidling af vanskeligt stof i årets ph.d.-cup.

Doctoral Dissertation on Hypoglycemia

Brain damage from low blood sugar can be avoided in newborns with the rare disease "congenital hyperinsulinism," but difficulties in diagnosing the condition can delay proper treatment.

Eulogy for Miguel Malek Maalouf

It is with great sadness that we announce that our colleague Miguel Malek Maalouf passed away on 2 June 2024

SDU Reuses – Campaign for Circular Consumption

During the summer of 2024, SDU will conduct a pilot project aimed at identifying items that could potentially find new life elsewhere, preferably within campus.

Q&A: Staircase at Stenten in the SUND building

Do you also find the staircase at Stenten in the SUND building rather narrow? In this week's Q&A, you'll discover why it was designed that way.

Charlotte Overgaard is the new head of the Health Promotion Unit at SDU in Esbjerg

Professor Charlotte Overgaard is originally a midwife, has then taken the Master's degree in Health Sciences and also has a Ph.D. in Sociology.

HEALTH's New Research Strategy Finalised

Since the spring of 2022, researchers and leaders across the Faculty of Health Sciences (HEALTH) have been working to create a shared vision: Health for all – for the individual and for society. This vision forms the foundation of our new research strategy, which is now complete.

Exclusive Offer for VIPs: Book Your Portrait Photo Session

On June 18th, you can have a professional portrait photo taken, which both you and we at SUND Communication can use. The offer is free. Read more and book a slot.

Meet your colleague: Tomas Homburg

Meet Tomas Homburg - Senior Consultant in SUND Communication

Status on the implementation of SDU’s new strategy

In June 2023, SDU’s Board approved a new strategy that details how the University will tackle the challenges and seize the great opportunities that lie ahead until 2030. Almost a year after its approval, the Rectorate’s Newsletter has talked to Rector Jens Ringsmose about the implementation of SDU’s new strategy.

Guide for settling flexitime on General Prayer Day

Here is a little guide for adjusting flexitime on General Prayer Day. If you have already tried to correct your flex in relation to the General Prayer Day, please check again according to the instructions below. If you need help, please contact the person responsible for holiday planning in your unit.

Teacher of the Year 2024

Congratulations to Lindsey Nadine Van Yper, who was awarded Teacher of the Year 2024 at the Faculty of Health Sciences last Tuesday.

Q&A: Outdoor Furniture at SUND

Are you also missing more furniture in the outdoor areas at SUND? If so, you'll be pleased with the answer in this week's Q&A.

Department of Clinical Research appoints new professor specializing in digital solutions for decision-making processes

Pernille Just Vinholt has been appointed professor at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark and Odense University Hospital. The professorship is in clinical biochemistry with a focus on decision support and artificial intelligence.

The SDUx experiment comes to an end

Eighteen months ago, SDU’s management decided to try an experiment in developing new forms of further and continuing education under the name SDUx. The experiment is now coming to an end and the knowledge gained will be incorporated into the University’s work with ‘lifelong learning’.

Martin Worm-Leonhard

Meet Martin Worm-Leonhard - Forensic chemist at the Department of Forensic Medicine.

10 million to Henrik Dimke for kidney stone treatment project

Kidney stones are the focal point of the research conducted by Henrik Dimke, Professor at the Department of Molecular Medicine. His aim is to understand the underlying mechanisms and thereby develop new treatment methods.

New rules for registering working hours are coming to SDU

The new EU Working Time Directive requires all public and private employers in Denmark to register employees’ working hours. Its purpose is to safeguard employees’ rights, health and well-being in the workplace. The law comes into force on 1 July this year, and universities are currently working to find the most pragmatic and user-friendly solutions.

Troels Korshøj Bergmann, Professor of Clinical Pharmacology

As of 1 June, Troels K. Bergmann will take up a clinical professorship in pharmacology at the University of Southern Denmark, Department of Regional Health Research, Esbjerg.

New local agreement on health and safety work at SDU

New framework at SDU for how health and safety work is organised. Now it is time to put the framework into practice – the elections for the health and safety organisation take place in June.

SDU IT and SDU Digital join forces

The University Director has decided that SDU IT and SDU Digital will be merged into a joint area in the Central Administration as of 1 June 2024. Going forward, SDU Digital’s current Head of Division, Bue Raun Andersen, will serve as head of division for the new digital area. In the months ahead, he will enter into dialogue with managers and employees in SDU IT and SDU Digital with a view to shaping the new organisation.

Follow-up to the spring phishing campaign

This spring, SDU has conducted another phishing campaign, this time with a new approach.

Education quality policy out for consultation

Please take a minute to read the proposed policy and take the chance to submit comments.

SDU IT will be out of the office

Wednesday, May 15, and Thursday, May 16, 2024

Q&A: Buildings at the new OUH

What are the buildings being constructed next to the new OUH, as seen from both Aksen and Forten at SUND? Get the answer here.

Q&A: The Deadly Garden at SDU

This week’s Q&A takes a closer look at what actually grows in the garden at the Department of Forensic Medicine and why it has earned the rather dramatic nickname The Garden of Death.

Pernille Tanggaard Andersen Becomes New Department Head at SDU

Professor Pernille Tanggaard Andersen has been appointed the new head of the Department of Public Health (IST) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), a role she steps into from her position as vice head of the same department.

Launch of the Translational Cancer Hub

The Translational Cancer Hub (TCH) in Odense, is a unique initiative that aims to significantly advance and bridge clinical and basic cancer research.

Film Shoot at the Faculty of Health Sciences on the 6th of May

Film Shoot at the Faculty of Health Sciences on the 6th of May

Service and Logistics is away on Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 May 2024

There will therefore be changes in daily operations in Service and Logistics on those days

Quota 2 admission process will change from 2025

From 2025, a number of initiatives will be introduced into the admission process to SDU’s programmes via the quota 2 system. This has been decided by the Executive Board, and the changes are being implemented to ensure that students have the necessary academic skills and motivation to complete a university education.

OUH and SDU have embarked on an even closer collaboration

A good healthcare system requires perspectives from all university disciplines.

Sustainability takes centre stage in new joint exhibition between two universities

This week, a new exhibition sees the light of day. It's called Healthy Future and focuses on health research at the intersection of climate, sustainability and health.

New professor aims to enhance understanding of financial incentives and cross-sector collaboration in healthcare

Søren Rud Kristensen has been appointed Professor of Health Economics at the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark.

Elisabeth Lohmann Andersen

Meet Elisabeth Lohmann - Recruitment Coordinator at the Faculty Secretariat

Possible changes within SDU’s digital organisation

Jacob-Steen Madsen, head of SDU IT, has accepted a new job as manager of DKCERT. The University Director is therefore considering the overall organisation of SDU’s digital organisation, which consists of SDU IT and SDU Digital.

University of Southern Denmark launches new knowledge centre for diversity and inclusion at sea

Employees in the Danish fleet should not be subjected to bullying, harassment, and assaults. Research in a new centre aims to ensure a good working environment.

Eulogy for Kimmo Herttua

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our esteemed colleague Kimmo Jouko Kaarel Herttua on April 21, 2024.

The Festival of Research 2024 was a great success!

April 20th was a day focused on research at SDU in Odense, where the university opened its doors to 4000 guests for the Festival of Research 2024. The Faculty of Health Sciences was well represented with a total of 18 activities.

SDU launches new programmes in Quantum Computing and Psychology

Syddansk Universitet (SDU) has received approval from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to offer new programs in Quantum Computing and Psychology. The Quantum Computing master’s program will be the first of its kind in Denmark.

Political agreement on sector dimensioning

On 19 April, the Danish government (the Social Democrats, Venstre – The Liberal Party of Denmark and the Moderates) as well as the Green Left, Danish Democrats, Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People’s Party entered into a political agreement on the sectoral dimensioning of undergraduate programmes.

University of Southern Denmark Launches New Psychology Programme in Esbjerg

It is now official: University of Southern Denmark (SDU) will introduce a new psychology programme at its Esbjerg campus starting in the summer of 2025. Preparations are already underway to accommodate 75 students for next year's intake. This initiative stems from a solid partnership between Education Esbjerg and SDU, with significant backing from the Esbjerg Municipality, local foundations, and the business sector.

Eulogy for Peter Sudhölter

With great sadness we announce that our esteemed colleague Peter Sudhölter passed away on April 2, 2024.

Prestigious ERC Grant awarded to Tina Kold Jensen for research on eliminating PFAS from the body

Tina Kold Jensen of the Department of Public Health has been awarded an ERC Advanced Grant to explore whether a drug could be the key to helping individuals exposed to high levels of PFAS to rid their bodies of these harmful chemicals, and to examine their impact on liver function.

Kim Houlind has been appointed the new head of the Department of Regional Health Research at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU).

Starting 1 May, Professor Houlind will become the Head of the Department of Regional Health Research. This follows more than seven years of service as the Chief Surgeon at Kolding Hospital's Department of Vascular Surgery, whilst also fulfilling roles as a Professor and Coordinating Research Director.

Professor of health economics with a focus on general practice

Line Bjørnskov Pedersen has been appointed professor of health economics at the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. She is also employed at the Research Unit of General Practice in Odense and Esbjerg.

CBS recruits new president from SDU

Peter Møllgaard has been appointed as the new President of Copenhagen Business School (CBS). He has served as Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at SDU since 1 June 2022.

Kickoff event initiates the development of education strategy

On 18 April, The Faculty of Health Sciences commences the development of a new education strategy with a kickoff event. The day will feature presentations and discussions, encouraging all attendees to offer ideas and insights.

Professor of Medical Physics at SDU and OUH

Faisal Mahmood is 48 years old and graduated as a biophysicist from the University of Copenhagen in 2002. He is appointed Professor of Medical Physics at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark and the Department of Oncology at Odense University Hospital.

Significant Progress in Applications for the Professional Master's Programme in Clinical Nursing at SDU

Applications for the Professional Master’s Programme in Clinical Nursing at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have increased by 45%. This surge is primarily due to an innovative partnership agreement with several hospitals.

Mark A. Ainsworth has been appointed head of the PhD School at the Faculty of Health Sciences

Professor Mark A. Ainsworth, PhD, D.M.Sc., has been appointed head of the PhD School at the Faculty of Health Sciences at SDU as of 1 March 2024.

Status on Quota 2 Applications: A Slight Decline at HEALTH, Yet Our Position Remains Strong

Friday, 15 March, was the last deadline for applying to our bachelor's programmes via quota 2. At HEALTH, we are experiencing a minor decrease, but we still stand strong.

SDU Research Academy – What is it and what does it do?

Assistant professors and recently appointed associate professors at the University of Southern Denmark will most likely be able to join the SDU Research Academy programme from the autumn of 2024, a pilot programme which aims to implement the support for SDU researchers more naturally in their everyday work, and it has got off to a good start.

Have you used a supercomputer today?

Supercomputers are ready to boost your research both here at SDU and at a number of other Danish universities. But what difference can supercomputers make? This was the focus when the Danish e-infrastructure Consortium (DeiC) visited SDU.

Experienced Chief Consultant from the Hearing Clinic becomes professor of audiology at SDU

Noise and hearing loss, along with the correct use of hearing aids, are in focus when Jesper Hvass Schmidt conducts research for the benefit of musicians specifically and the general population at large.

Updating Signage in the HEALTH Building

Technical Service is installing signage on glass doors to office corridors and laboratories in the new faculty building.

New insights into aggressive breast cancer and potential treatment options

Patients with triple-negative breast cancer may find encouragement in recently published research from Professor Vijay Tiwari from the Department of Molecular Medicine.

More applicants to SDU’s programmes via quota 2

The figures for this year’s applications to higher education programmes via quota 2 have been published. At the University of Southern Denmark, a positive increase can be seen for the second year in a row.

New Head of SUND Research Support

On 1 March, Anne Kathrine Overgaard assumed the position as head of SUND Research Support, the research support unit of the Faculty of Health Sciences at University of Southern Denmark (SDU)

Moving boxes from the relocation to the new HEALTH building must be returned by 12 April.

Approximately 5,000 moving boxes loaned by Møbeltransport DK for the move to the new HEALTH building have not been returned. They must be returned by 12 April at the latest.

SDU IT is changing service management solution

Monday, March 18 2024, SDU IT will launch Freshservice

Abolition of Store Bededag as a public holiday (updated)

In connection with the collective bargaining negotiations in the state sector, it has been agreed that compensation for the removal of Store Bededag as a public holiday will be included in the special holiday allowance

SDU Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Vejle Hospital

Senior Consultant, PhD Claus Varnum, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Vejle Hospital, has been appointed Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Department of Regional Health Research, SDU.

New HEALTH officially opened

Spring was in the air and in many of the speeches when New HEALTH – SDU’s new Faculty of Health Sciences – was inaugurated on 1 March 2024.

Call for requests for placement of special vacation days

Call for requests for placement of special vacation days will be taking place in the following weeks.

What does it mean to be transgender?

The number of annual referrals of transgender individuals seeking hormone therapy continues to rise. Associate Professor Dorte Glintborg from the Research Unit for Endocrinology and the Center for Gender Identity leads a project investigating the short- and long-term effects of hormone therapy in transgender individuals. We asked her to shed light on transgender identity.

SDU researchers contribute to detecting domestic violence

Health professionals play a crucial role in prevention of violence, and this year, national guidelines are being developed for detection and early interventions against domestic violence. Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have reviewed the international scientific literature within this field and are now releasing two major reports that summarise the most effective methods for detection of and interventions against domestic violence.

Office for All - Learn When You Need It!

Are your Microsoft Office skills a bit rusty, or have you never really delved into the possibilities of the tools? Now there is help to be found on SDUnet.dk.

New service solution hitting a computer near you soon!

SDU IT, are in the process of transitioning to a new service management solution

SDU conducts another phishing campaign

At SDU, we continue to work to increase information security. This is done, among other things, by conducting campaigns with simulated phishing.

Professor of Nursing in Psychiatry in Region Zealand

Nurse, cand.cur. and Ph.D. As of 1 April, Lene Lauge Berring has been appointed professor of clinical nursing at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), associate professor at University College Absalon and chief nurse and head of the research unit in Psychiatry in Region Zealand.

New vision for DIAS has been approved

In a recently approved vision for ’Dias 3.0’, director Sten Rynning describes the route to a DIAS with significant changes, closer ties to SDU and greater visibility regarding the elitist ambition that is inherent in DIAS.

New internationalisation project in the pipeline

An overall strategic effort to recruit the most talented international students is about to be implemented at the University following its approval by the Executive Board.

The greatest names in jazz are hanging out the basement at SDU

At least in the form of unique audio recordings, photos and other exceptional items. The jazz collections at the University Library of Southern Denmark are known worldwide as a true treasure trove of jazz history. We visited in honour of the collection’s contribution to a new, completely sold-out jazz release.

Prevention of theft at Nyt SUND

As one of several initiatives launched to prevent further thefts, initiatives will now be taken to reset and re-deliver keys to employees at Nyt SUND.

Helle Hvilsted Nielsen appointed new professor of neurology with a focus on sclerosis

In the newly established clinical professorship at the Department of Clinical Research, SDU, Helle Hvilsted Nielsen will strengthen research into neuroinflammatory diseases, in which the immune system is involved in the development of disease in the brain, with a particular focus on multiple sclerosis.

Statistics professor of screening programmes

Sisse Helle Njor has been appointed professor of population-based cancer screening programmes at the Department of Regional Health Research, SDU and at Lillebaelt Hospital.

Information about SDU’s warehouse and logistics

Please be aware that Technical Services’ warehouse and logistics department is currently facing staffing challenges.

Community singing at SDU Odense

Come and sing the day in with colleagues and students at SDU. Everyone is welcome!

Malene Grubbe Hildebrandt becomes clinical professor of Nuclear Medicine

Consultant Malene Grubbe Hildebrandt, PhD, has been appointed professor at the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark and the Department of Nuclear Medicine, OUH, as of 1 January.

New mentor program aims to support young researchers

In order to promote well-being and professional development among junior researchers, the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) will initiate a mentorship program in the autumn of 2024. This program is specifically tailored for PhD students, postdocs, and assistant professors.

Stig Borbjerg Laursen appointed clinical professor in Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Attending physician, PhD, Stig Borbjerg Laursen has been appointed clinical professor of Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy from 1 February 2024 in a joint position with the Department of Clinical Research, the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and the Department of Medical Gastrointestinal Diseases S, Odense University Hospital (OUH).

Professor Pernille Tanggaard Andersen has been appointed new Head of Campus at SDU Esbjerg

- I am looking forward to continuing our collaboration both internally across SDU Esbjerg and externally with the business community, UC Syd, as well as Esbjerg and Grindsted Hospitals, among other local stakeholders. SDU Esbjerg is well-positioned with several new study programmes, and I believe there are ample opportunities for even closer collaboration with the surrounding community.

Can we assist you with your next clinical research project?

The Clinical Trial Unit is open for more collaborations in connection with clinical trials and registry-based studies.

Dagmar Beier appointed as new professor of neurology with a focus on headache disorders

In the newly established clinical professorship at the Department of Clinical Research at SDU, Dagmar Beier will strengthen research into brain diseases.

Which centre will be appointed SDU and OUH’s next flagship centre?

Now begins the process of finding the next joint SDU-OUH flagship centre, which will be named at the end of 2024.

New professor to strengthen research in child and adolescent health

Trine Flensborg-Madsen takes up the position as Professor of Child and Adolescent Health at the National Institute of Public Health (SIF), University of Southern Denmark, on 1 February 2024.

Thefts on Nyt SUND

Unfortunately, there have been several thefts at Nyt SUND recently.

Abolition of Store Bededag as a public holiday

On February 28, 2023, the Act on the consequences of abolishing Store Bededag as a public holiday (Act no. 214 of 06/03/2023) was passed by a majority vote in the Danish Parliament.

2024 to bring continuous improvement

This year, the work on SDU’s simplification model is to be accelerated. The purpose of the model is to free up time and resources for research and teaching by looking at the workflows of administrative tasks.

SDUx goes live

SDU’s new investment in lifelong learning in collaboration with the business community launches in February with a completely sold-out course on artificial intelligence.

New PET campaign to focus on security in research

How do we best protect Danish research from the serious security, financial and ethical consequences that can arise in international collaborations? A new campaign spotlights this issue.

Ny professor i tværsektoriel forskning

Per 1. februar 2024 starter Anders Løkke Ottesen i en nyoprettet stilling, som professor i tværsektoriel forskning; et forskningsprofessorat, der fra starten stiller skarpt på forebyggelsestiltag og lighed i sundhed.

Intelligent Exercise

Get off to a strong start in 2024 with easy exercises you can do in the office or in front of your computer.

Latest news from the Academic Council at SUND

Reorganization at the faculty, teaching evaluations, and merit criteria for associate professors and assistant professors. These were among the topics discussed at the last meeting of the Academic Council at SUND. You can find the minutes from the meeting here.

Consultancy from SDU HR, Work Environment & Development becomes free of charge

As from 1 January 2024, managers and units at SDU can request consultancy from SDU HR, Work Environment & Development free of charge. The new framework for consultancy has been introduced to reduce the University’s administration.

Henrik Bindslev continues as Dean of TEK

In the years to come, Henrik Bindslev will continue to serve as the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (TEK) at the University of Southern Denmark. A unanimous employment committee has reappointed the seasoned force to be reckoned with in management and research, much to the delight of SDU and Henrik Bindslev himself.

Professor i klinisk genetik skal forske i gener knyttet til arvelige hormon- og mitokondriesygdomme

Anja Lisbeth Frederiksen udnævnes til professor ved Klinisk Institut, SDU og Genetisk Afdeling på OUH.

Promising Results in Cancer Treatment with Immunotherapy and Danish Technology

A combination of immunotherapy and a newly developed Danish technology is demonstrating promising outcomes for patients with particularly severe breast cancer. This treatment also holds promise for other types of cancer.

The ESDH team is now part of SDU Digital

The ESDH team, with Gitte Brobyskov and Maja Skov, has moved from SDU HR to SDU Digital as of 1st January. As of now, Thomas Friis Gjesing, programme manager for ‘Fremtidens ESDH’, will also be head of the team.

Longer Response Times in the Servicedesk

Due to exam-related tasks

Graphic and language services become free of charge

From 1 January 2024, employees at SDU can order graphic design and printing free of charge. The same applies to linguistic assistance from SDU’s Language Services Unit. The new procedure has been introduced to reduce the administrative work at the University.

SDU has entered into an agreement with Falck on psychological counselling

Effective from 1 January 2024, SDU has entered into an agreement with Falck on psychological counselling for employees at SDU.

Connie Berthelsen er ny professor i klinisk sygepleje ved Sjællands Universitetshospital

Den 1. januar tiltræder Connie Berthelsen som ny professor ved Syddansk Universitet. Samtidig bliver hun nu den 2. professor i klinisk sygepleje ved Sjællands Universitetshospital og i Region Sjælland.

OUH and SDU add new layers to their collaboration

With a new joint vision, SDU and OUH will address several of society's major challenges through new knowledge, innovative methods and strong proposals for the technological solutions of the future.

Changed opening hours between Christmas and New Year

All our service desks are closed between Christmas and New Year.

SDU employees are flying significantly less

New data from the University of Southern Denmark shows that compared to the years before the Coronavirus pandemic, employees’ total CO2e emissions from air travel have been significantly reduced. From having emitted 3,645,000 kg CO2e in 2019, the figure in 2023 is currently at 1,303,000 kg CO2e.

Visit from IGAB

At the end of November, the University of Southern Denmark was visited by SDU’s International Gender Advisory Board (IGAB), which over two days provided SDU with constructive recommendations and reflections in relation to the strategic diversity, inclusion and gender equality work that takes place at the University.

Drilling in the courtyard at New HEALTH

On Saturday, December 16, a hole will be drilled in the concrete deck in the courtyard between building 28a and New HEALTH – the courtyard opposite the two auditoriums U300 and U301.

SDU’s Research Support Hub: An easier gateway to overview, funding, and support

A new shared tool at sdunet.dk will make it easier to explore funding opportunities, find relevant colleagues and research support across SDU, and make application processes simpler and more transparent for the researchers, research group leaders, and research support units.

New Education in Odense Aims to Address Healthcare Challenges

Starting next year, it will be possible to pursue a master’s degree in public health science at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense. The program aims to educate graduates focused on preventing and alleviating diseases, with a special emphasis on implementation, evaluation, and digitalization.

New organisational changes in the name of sustainability

In June 2023, SDU’s Board adopted the University’s new strategy. The new strategy calls for organisational changes regarding the University’s sustainability work.

SDU strengthens the Triangle Region

Tailwind for SDU’s ambitions to build the future’s research and education environment in IT and engineering in the Triangle Region.

Pioneering project on pain and posttraumatic stress symptoms following sexual assault initiated

Researchers from the Department of Psychology, in collaboration with Odense University Hospital and Lillebaelt Hospital, have received a grant of two million Danish kroner from the the Council of the Danish Victims Fund to conduct an ambitious three-year research project.

Forskningsprojekt med støtte fra Lundbeckfonden vil udvikle nyt antistof mod leverfibrose

Professor Grith Lykke Sørensen fra Institut for Molekylær Medicin, Syddansk Universitet har store ambitioner. Hun sigter mod at udvikle en medicin mod leverfibrose, en potentielt dødelig sygdom, der på nuværende tidspunkt ikke kan behandles.

Change of SDU UP’s organisational structure as of 1 January 2024

SDU UP (SDU Centre for Teaching and Learning) supports the development of teaching, learning and testing methods, including e-learning and digital exams. SDU UP is currently organisationally anchored at the Faculty of Humanities.

Copilot chat is now available to all employees at SDU

SDU now makes the Copilot chatbot available to all employees at SDU. This is a good opportunity to test AI technology on your own tasks. However, users must be aware of the security limitations and pitfalls.

Martin Lindberg-Larsen bliver ny professor i ortopædkirurgi på Odense Universitetshospital og SDU

Med det kliniske professorat skal Martin Lindberg-Larsen styrke forskning og udvikling inden for knæ- og hoftealloplastikkirurgi på OUH/SDU og i Danmark.

Operationsmetoderne inden for plastikkirurgi skal optimeres

Overlæge, ph.d. Jørn Bo Thomsen er 1. november udnævnt til professor i plastikkirurgi ved Klinisk Institut på Syddansk Universitet (SDU) og Plastikkirurgisk Afdeling, Odense Universitetshospital (OUH).

Understanding the Development of Resistance to Cancer Medication

Cancer cells gradually acquire resistance to medication over time, with the immune system playing a crucial role in this process. Aida Solhøj Hansen, from the Department of Molecular Medicine, seeks to explore a specific mechanism contributing to this phenomenon through a Sapere Aude grant.

Chemicals in Our Environment Impact Children's Health Through Breastfeeding

Amalie Timmermann from the National Institute of Public Health aims to explore the interplay between environmental chemicals and breastfeeding. She has received a Sapere Aude grant of just over six million Danish kroner for this project.

Theme day to pave the way for more collaboration on innovation across SDU

HEALTH INNOVATION DAY 2024: Unfolding the vision!

Artificial Pain-Sensing Cells Aim to Aid Cancer Patients

Skin pain is a common side effect that significantly affects patients' quality of life, persisting for years after chemotherapy. Tore B. Stage, supported by a Sapere Aude grant, seeks to elucidate the mechanisms behind these side effects, including the involvement of pain-sensing cells.

New Deputy Director of Studies at SDU

As of 1 January 2024, Stinne Hørup Hansen will be the new Deputy Director of Studies at SDU. A strong asset and a good starting point for the major changes we are facing in the field of education.

First steps taken towards new Green Lab Network

On Wednesday 4 October, the University of Southern Denmark, Green Lab, Danish Life Science Cluster and Life Science Fyn held the ‘Sustainable Life Science – Laboratories under the Microscope’ conference.

Respect for different opinions and respectful tone of communication at Danish universities

Announcement from SDU's management.

SDU discontinues activities in Slagelse

Unfortunately, it was not possible to reach an agreement that could have led to Roskilde University taking over SDU Slagelse. Subsequently, SDU has been working on alternative solutions, but without finding a sustainable alternative. SDU has therefore decided to discontinue its activities in West Zealand.

Temperature restriction removed at SDU

This coming winter, temperatures will no longer be restricted to a maximum of 19 degrees at SDU’s locations – but you are still encouraged to think before turning up the thermostat.

Doctoral thesis shows the way to more valid medical research

Professor and chief physician Janus Christian Jakobsen has defended his doctoral dissertation, which contains practical guidance on how to increase the quality of clinical research through the systematic use of certain methods.

Vacation Fund Opens on December 1st for Bookings for the High Season 2024 - Important Information about the Lottery

We hope that you've all had a wonderful holiday throughout the year and are ready to look forward to the high season in 2024. We have exciting news to share with you regarding bookings and a change in our allocation system for holiday homes.

Leverforskning vinder årets ph.d.-cup

Syv veloplagte ph.d.-studerende dystede fredag eftermiddag i forskningsformidling. Johanne Kragh Hansen fra Klinisk Institut og FLASH – Center for Leverforskning løb med sejren.

Charlotta Pisinger is Denmark's only professor of tobacco and nicotine prevention

For several years, Charlotta Pisinger has had a close and very fruitful collaboration with tobacco researchers at the National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark. She is therefore employed in the professorship that will strengthen and formalize this collaboration.

New agreement between foundations and universities will strengthen research

Danish Universities and six private research foundations have reached a consensus on an agreement for a model for the foundations’ coverage of the costs of research projects at the universities.

Freedom of expression and respect for diversity

SDU upholds freedom of expression and the right of individuals to use it. In addition to being a fundamental right in a democracy, freedom of expression is also crucial for the functioning of a university. Freedom of expression is inextricably linked to academic freedom and freedom of research.

New smoking policy adopted at the University of Southern Denmark

New principles regarding smoking and tobacco use on the University of Southern Denmark’s premises have been approved and adopted by the Rectorate, and smoking cessation courses are being offered to employees who want help to quit.

Follow-up on phishing campaign

Once again this autumn, SDU carried out a phishing campaign in which a fake email was sent out with the aim of getting employees to provide their login details.

The Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics aims to be the best at equality and diversity

The department's local equality committee focuses on treating everyone with respect.

The Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics aims to be the best at equality and diversity

The department's local equality committee focuses on treating everyone with respect.

Remember the used goods exchange

Are you in need of a new office chair or other office supplies for your daily work? Then you should check SDU's second-hand goods exchange, where there may be just what you are looking for.

New student information system

Along with six other universities in the New SIS Programme alliance, SDU has just signed an agreement on the construction of a new student information system (SIS). After a long tendering process and a document that has been awaiting approval from the Danish Parliament’s Finance Committee, work can now begin with the winning supplier – Fluido.

Joint purchases of office supplies for SDU’s central warehouse have considerably reduced Lyreco orders

An internal optimisation of the logistics involved in ordering office supplies has contributed to SDU significantly reducing the amount of small orders to Lyreco. The initiative has resulted in a smaller CO2 footprint by means of fewer journeys and less packaging, and the initiative is set to continue.

SDU and OUH are strengthening their strategic collaboration

The University and Odense University Hospital are working on a common vision for a broad strategic collaboration. In this context, a joint unit has now been set up to support the collaboration.

SDU’s Climate Accounts 2018–2022 show an overall decrease in CO2 emissions

The management has presented the climate accounts for 2018–2022 to the University’s Board. The accounts show an overall decrease in SDU’s CO2 emissions since 2018, but some effort is still needed if the goal of a 57% reduction is to be achieved by 2030.

The implementation of the URIS recommendations gets another boost

With the appointment of Mads Niemann-Christensen as head of security, the implementation of the URIS recommendations gets a boost. The recommendations were issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science and are intended to ensure various aspects of business-critical security.

Latest news from the Academic Council at SUND

Study administration at SDU, KOP23 and future budget as well as merit criteria for associate professors and adjuncts. These were among the points discussed at the last meeting of the Academic Council at SUND. You can find the minutes from the meeting here.

Generative AI is moving into university education programmes

In April 2023, the Council for Education decided to create a cross-cutting effort for generative AI at SDU.

Elections at SDU are approaching again

On November 22-23, 2023, we are heading to the electronic ballot boxes. Here you can read about what you can vote for - and where you can stand for election.

Top international researchers speak at Research Week

Come and experience three excellent keynote speakers in week 44 at OUH: Ulrich Dirnagl, Hans van Delden and Maunank Shah.

Novo Nordisk Foundation grant PET/MRI scanner to University of Southern Denmark

Researchers from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have received a grant of DKK 17 million from the Novo Nordisk Foundation to acquire a new simultaneous preclinical PET/MRI scanner once they have moved into the new faculty buildings connecting SDU to Odense University Hospital.

Seks SUND-forskere får bevillinger fra DFF

Projekter om vacciner, neuropati, synshandicap, tvangsoverspisning, brilleglas og epilepsi har modtaget midler til klinisk og patientnær forskning.

Well-being event

Students and staff are invited to participate in this year’s well-being event October 31

EPICUR alliance to increase internationalisation at SDU

EPICUR is the name of the European University Alliance, which the University of Southern Denmark joined in 2021. Not everyone is aware of the alliance and the opportunities it offers you as a lecturer, researcher or student. In the following, Rector Jens Ringsmose elaborates on the collaboration and the perspectives SDU sees in the EPICUR alliance.

Seek funding for skills development

On Tuesday 3 October 2023 at 10:00 a.m., funds will be added to all the pools of the State Sector Competence Fund, and it is again possible to seek funding for skills development.

Community singing at SDU Odense, 10th November and 8th December

Come and sing the day in with fellow students, researchers, lecturers and other employees at SDU. Everyone is welcome!

Take your colleagues on a discovery journey

Are you curious about what lies behind the doors of the new HEALTH building? Now is your chance to get closer and experience it for yourself. We invite you and your colleagues to an exciting semi-guided tour of the brand-new building.

When Body Ideals Become Unhealthy

In today's society, body ideals are a complex and influential topic that significantly impact our lives and well-being. While having healthy goals for physical well-being can be motivating and beneficial, unfortunately, it can also lead to unhealthy and harmful behavior when body ideals become distorted and unattainable. On November 2nd, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, you can learn more about this topic as part of Research Week.

Professor Siciliani is joining the Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE) at University of Southern Denmark

Luigi Siciliani is a Professor of Health Economics at the Department of Economics and Related Studies at the University of York, where he directs the MSc in Health Economics. He is currently an Editor of the Journal of Health Economics.

SDU and RUC discontinue negotiations

More than six months of investigations, which were supposed to lead to Roskilde University taking over Campus Slagelse from the University of Southern Denmark, have unfortunately ended without a mutual agreement.

Åben Forskerdag 2023

Kom til Åben Forskerdag 2023. Her får du et indblik i forskningen på SUND - og mulighed for at se 7 ph.d.-studerende dyste i formidling af vanskeligt stof i årets ph.d.-cup.

We’re travelling GREEN 2023

Departments and offices at SDU Odense are hereby invited to participate in Odense Municipality’s annual campaign focusing on green and active transport habits at workplaces in Odense. Because SDU is one of the nine founding members of the Odense Climate Partnership, all interested parties are invited to participate.

Movement Day 2023

Take a few hours out of your workday for fun and physical activity with your colleagues. Sign up for Movement Day on Thursday, October 12th.

The Future is Now - AI, Robots, and Technological Development in Clinical Practice

The event is part of Research Week at the Clinical Institute and Odense University Hospital.

Patients and Their Relatives - Key Collaborators in Research

The event is part of Research Week at the Clinical Institute and Odense University Hospital.

Reorganization of administrative tasks at SUND

To enhance organizational resilience within financial and HR tasks, the dean at SUND, in consultation with the department heads, has chosen to consolidate these job functions into two new areas within the faculty, each with its own academic area leader.

FAQ: Establishment of Common Finance and HR Functions at SUND

Education vision set to strengthen the Triangle Region

SDU’s vision of helping to build a future research and education environment in the fields of IT and engineering in the Triangle Region, one of the country’s key industrial regions, is alive and well.

The keys to New SUND have officially been handed over to SDU

On Friday 1 September, the University of Southern Denmark signed an agreement signalling that the new building housing the Faculty of Health Sciences has now been formally handed over to SDU.

SDU is launching a new phishing campaign

SDU is continuing its training in good information security, and once again a phishing campaign is to be launched.

Holiday requests

It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2023/2024, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2023 to 31 December 2024 (the holiday entitlement period).

SDU expects to put the new ESDH system, WorkZone, into service on 4 March 2024

Until now, the ESDH of the Future programme had aimed to put WorkZone into service on 1 December 2023. However, with a new anticipated operational date of 4 March 2024, a smoother transition from the current ESDH system, Acadre, to WorkZone is ensured.

Do you want an update on climate change?

Then sign up for the free online webinar series Climate Thursdays

Come to the opening of the new tram stop and see Nyt SUND

On Friday 25 August at 12 noon, the new tram stop 'SDU Syd/Hospital Nord' will be inaugurated. The opening also marks the opening of the teaching facilities at Nyt SUND on Monday 28 August.

Follow-up on the analysis of the Study Administration – new Deputy Director of Studies

As a follow-up to the analysis of the Study Administration, the Rectorate has decided to create a new position as Deputy Director of Studies. The position will be advertised in September and the new Deputy Director is expected to start on 1 January 2024.

Car parks will be closed in connection with the Semester Start Party

Are you travelling to SDU Odense by car? Then you’ll probably need to spend a little extra time parking over the next few weeks.

27 September to be national Uniform at Work Day

To honour and pay tribute to military reservists and volunteers in Denmark’s overall defence and emergency readiness (the so-called total-defence concept), a national uniform day is to be held on 27 September. The University of Southern Denmark supports the initiative, and everyone is welcome to show up in uniform on the day.

Changed procedure for work anniversary celebrations at SDU

Now, anniversaries will officially be marked with a joint reception when employees have been at SDU for 25, 40 and 50 years. Previously, the joint reception was held on anniversaries of state employment.

New Master’s programmes for working professionals in Nursing on the West Coast

Esbjerg Hospital, the University Hospital of Southern Denmark, and SDU are collaborating to offer nurses the opportunity to enhance their clinical skills through a Master’s programmes for working professionals program.

Welcome to 4,635 new SDU students

At midnight, 4,635 prospective students received offers of places on SDU’s bachelor programmes. This is an increase of 7% on the previous year.

SDU appoints two new board members

Former Minister and Member of the Danish Parliament Ulla Tørnæs and Troels Petersen, Senior Vice President at Danfoss, are set to join SDU’s Board of Directors on 1 October 2023.

Increase in applications to the University of Southern Denmark’s bachelor programmes

This year, SDU has seen a 9% increase in applications for its bachelor and professional bachelor programmes compared to last year. The entire university sector is seeing an increase in applications.

Summer greetings from the Rectorate

We wish everyone at SDU a great summer of relaxation, paperback novels and the opportunity to recharge your batteries.

Take your colleagues on a discovery journey

Are you curious about what lies behind the doors of the new HEALTH building? Now is your chance to get closer and experience it for yourself. We invite you and your colleagues to an exciting semi-guided tour of the brand-new building.

New model for future undergraduate intake

A new admissions model will ensure that prospective students have the necessary qualities to complete a university education.

Summer staffing in the Central Administration

Several departments in the Central Administration will either be closed or operate with reduced staffing over the summer. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual departments.

Political agreement on new master’s degree reform

On 27 June, the Danish Government (Social Democrats, Venstre and Moderaterne) and SF, Danmarksdemokraterne, Liberal Alliance and the Conservative People’s Party signed a political framework agreement on the reform of master’s degree programmes.

SDU IT wish you a safe and enjoyable summer

Dear colleague, The summer holidays are approaching fast and as you may be planning to travel abroad during the holiday period, we would like to remind you of the importance of safe digital behaviour, especially when using your SDU computer. We want to ensure that your data and personal information remain protected wherever you are.

Take the shortcut to excellent travel reimbursements

Do you also find it a bit cumbersome to create travel reimbursements? Well, help is at hand with a new digital guide that makes it easier to process travel expenses in zExpense.

The University of Southern Denmark adopts new strategy

The Board of SDU has just approved a new strategy that details how the University will tackle the major challenges and seize the great opportunities that lie ahead towards 2030.

Sten Rynning to be the new director of the Danish Institute for Advanced Study

SDU’s rector, Jens Ringsmose, has appointed professor of political science Sten Rynning as the new director of the University of Southern Denmark’s interdisciplinary elite research centre, DIAS.

11 DFF-bevillinger til SUND-projekter

Hele 11 projekter fra Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet har modtaget bevillinger fra Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond, alle i kategorien Forskningsprojekt 1.

SDU Digital gets new services page

After months of work and an intense final spurt, SDU Digital recently launched its new services page.

Result of the adjustment process

On 23 March, we reported that SDU’s finances are under pressure due to declining educational revenues and price increases, and that management had decided to adjust the University’s finances. We are pleased to announce that the adjustment process is now complete. Below you can read about the outcome of the process, an evaluation of the process and a thank you to everyone for their efforts.

The canteen is short of their cutlery and crockery in general

The canteen is generally short of crockery and cutlery, so make sure it is returned to the collection trolleys – and doesn’t end up in lunch rooms around the University.

SDU-SUND develops education for the digital reality

How should the health science programs at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) be developed to ensure that future healthcare professionals are equipped to participate in continuous digital and technological advancements?

Apply for funding from The Region of Southern Denmark's Research Pools

You can now apply for funding from The Region of Southern Denmark's Research Pools. The application deadline is August 28th at 12:00 PM.

The Art Association invites you to a pop-up event

SDU’s Art Association invites all staff and students to the Winter Garden on 31 May to view and talk about art.

Strategic effort to strengthen the administration at the Faculty of Health Sciences

The work of strengthening the administration across the faculty continues. Going forward, this responsibility will be assumed by the faculty and SDU Digital, led by Senior Consultant Jørgen Ejler Pedersen.

Student well-being is improving

This year's results from the Study Environment Survey (SMU) are in, and there is a marked improvement in the well-being of SDU students compared to the last survey in 2021, which is thought to have been affected by the coronavirus lockdown.

Organization and roles in the improvement initiative

Improvement consultant Jørgen Ejler Pedersen from SDU Digital will be associated with the strategic improvement effort at the faculty one day a week. He will be responsible for establishing and driving the systematic improvement work, including education and competence development of leaders and employees at the faculty who will be working on improvement areas.

AC assistant Nickie Glissmann Nim will work closely with Jørgen Ejler Pedersen with the purpose of learning more about the methods and processes used in systematic improvement work. Eventually, the plan is for Nickie Glissmann Nim to independently lead and facilitate the improvement work at the faculty.

Area manager Kirsten Zeuthen and senior consultant Dorthe Majlund Sørensen will serve as process owners for several of the student administrative areas that will undergo end-to-end description and improvements.

Additionally, Dorthe Majlund Sørensen is the local program manager of the Nyt SIS program and has a special responsibility to ensure the connection and alignment between the student administrative processes being implemented in Nyt SIS and the improvement work at the faculty.

Merete Munk, Head of Education and Secretariat, is the project owner for the overall strategic effort at the faculty.

Phishing campaign – Did you click too?

In March 2023, SDU conducted a phishing campaign.

Now you can charge your electric car in Odense

At SDU in Odense, staff, students and visitors can now charge their electric or hybrid car while at the University. Four cars can be charged at a time.

Adjusted timetable for the transfer of the Slagelse campus

SDU and RUC are now working towards a transfer date for the educational and research activities in Slagelse on 1 September 2024 instead of at the turn of the year.

Ny leder i spidsen for Institut for Psykologi på SDU

Syddansk Universitet har fundet den nye institutleder til Institut for Psykologi. Det bliver Rikke Holm Bramsen, der kommer fra en stilling som leder af Børnehus Midt i Region Midtjylland. Hun tiltræder den 1. juni.

Discontinuation of education programmes

SDU’s efforts to balance the economy means that a number of education programmes at two of the University’s faculties will be discontinued.

Mobile phones included in annual siren test

Here's how to respond to the important warning

Meet our researchers: Maria Peleli-Pedersen

Maria Peleli-Pedersen is an assistant professor at the Department of Molecular Medicine. With a grant of 10 million kroner from the Novo Nordisk Foundation, she is working on a research project on fatty liver and a certain molecule which seems to play a central role in the development of the disease.

Ny professor skal hjælpe patienter med nyresygdomme og deres familier

Hanne Agerskov, sygeplejerske og ph.d., er ny professor i nefrologisk sygepleje på Nyremedicinsk Afdeling og samtidig leder af forskningsenheden og Center for Forskning med Patienter og Pårørende (ForSa-P) på Odense Universitetshospital og Klinisk Institut, Syddansk Universitet.

The canteen in Odense is closed today due to a strike - opens again on Friday

The canteen staff in Odense are on strike and have ceased work on 27 April. Therefore, the canteen is closed today.

Do you have international colleagues? Here's how to help them get off to a good start

At The Faculty of Health Sciences, we have plenty of colleagues from abroad who enrich our workplace both professionally and socially. But how good are we really at welcoming them?

Do you have international colleagues? Here's how to help them get off to a good start

At The Faculty of Health Sciences, we have plenty of colleagues from abroad who enrich our workplace both professionally and socially. But how good are we really at welcoming them?

After the cost-saving measures: Update from The Faculty of Health Sciences

Following the announcement from the rectorate regarding the economic situation at SDU, we hereby provide a statement on the situation at The Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND).

Financial adjustment: Result of the remediation phase

SDU’s management has decided on voluntary agreements and other mitigation measures to reduce the number of unsolicited redundancies. Unfortunately, unsolicited redundancies are necessary to ensure a sustainable economy.

Invitation to Kim Brøsen's farewell symposium

We celebrate Professor Kim Brøsen's career with a public symposium after more than 40 years as a clinical pharmacologist and more than 20 years as editor-in-chief of the journal Basic and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology.

SDU has signed a contract with KMD for a new ESDH system

The new system will contribute to efficient and cohesive workflows and can help to automate processes

Sygeplejersker opnår kompetenceudvikling i hospitalspraksis og på universitetet på samme tid

Sygeplejersker opnår kompetenceudvikling i hospitalspraksis og på universitetet på samme tid.

Use corridor names when giving directions

Technical Services’ project on signage and directions at Campus Odense has been completed. The aim of the project was to make the signage at entrances and corridors clearer to make it easier to find your way around Campus Odense.

SDU Staff Courses autumn 2023

The selection of autumn courses is now available. Explore and be inspired by our wide range of courses, seminars, workshops and networks at SDU.

No more TikTok on SDU equipment

SDU is to follow the recommendation from the Danish Centre for Cyber Security not to use the TikTok app on official devices. SDU staff must therefore remove TikTok from the University’s mobile phones, tablets and computers.

An outstanding first year

SDU Takeover is looking for more student teachers

Count steps with your colleagues

From April 24th to May 7th, all SDU employees can participate in Dansk Firmaidræt's Count Steps campaign. Participation is free.

Psychology – West Jutland style: SDU and Education Esbjerg in groundbreaking collaboration on new psychology programme in Esbjerg

SDU will open a new bachelor and master’s degree programme in psychology at SDU Esbjerg. The aim is to create 75 new study places by 2025. There will be a total of 350 students when the programme is up and running.

Appraisal interviews (LUS, GRUS, MUS) at SDU

SDU has produced new generic material for appraisal interviews.

Marie Curie grant for research into identity changes in people adapting to a life with pain

Canadian pain researcher Peter Stilwell receives prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship to be held at University of Southern Denmark.

Legat og hæderspris til Søren Thorgaard Skou for forskning i træning som behandling af kronisk sygdom

Professor og forskningsleder Søren Thorgaard Skou fra Institut for Idræt og Biomekanik, Syddansk Universitet og Slagelse Sygehus, er blevet tildelt Ingeborg og Leo Dannins Legat for Videnskabelig Forskning.

News from the Faculty: Adjustments at SUND

Following the announcement from the rectorate regarding the economic situation at SDU, we hereby provide a statement on the situation at The Faculty of Health Sciences (SUND).

Information about the financial situation of the University

On the basis of an overall assessment, the management of SDU has decided to make new adjustments to the University’s finances.

SDU’s new elite centres will help solve climate challenges

The first two of a total of five elite centres have been designated at the SDU Climate Cluster. The two new research centres focus on nature-based solutions and solar energy, respectively. The remaining three centres will be designated this summer.

The Government’s education proposal

On 2 March, the SVM government launched the proposal Prepared for the Future I, of which the reduction in the length of master’s programmes is an important element.

A new educational chapter is being written in Slagelse

Roskilde University and the University of Southern Denmark have signed a letter of intent to pave the way for Roskilde University to take over the University of Southern Denmark’s educational activities in Slagelse at the end of the year.

SDU is investing in lifelong learning in the Triangle Region

With SDUx Vejle, the University of Southern Denmark, Vejle Municipality and DANDY Business Park will develop a laboratory for lifelong learning that can provide research-based continuing and further education and ensure strong cohesion between the university and the labour market.

SDU launches phishing campaign

As part of SDU's ongoing information security training, a phishing campaign will take place this spring.

Stand up at your next meeting

Spring is almost here, and hopefully the weather will soon be suitable for arranging more outdoor walk n’ talks. In the meantime, you might consider another meeting format with many of the same health benefits - namely, the standing meeting.

The analysis of the study administration is now public

Carve’s analysis of SDU’s study administration is complete and is available at sdunet.dk. The upcoming months will be spent discussing the material before the Executive Board makes a decision on the recommendations in the second quarter.

Latest news from the faculty management

The management of The Faculty of Health Sciences meets monthly and discusses topics of common interest for the faculty. Here you get an insight into what the group has discussed.

The Controlled Slowdown, KOP-23, at SDU and at SUND

Financial imbalance at SDU and SUND

The Controlled Slowdown, KOP-23, at SDU and at SUND

Financial imbalance at SDU and SUND

The Controlled Slowdown, KOP-23, at SDU and at SUND

Financial imbalance at SDU and SUND

Research project seeks participants among employees at SDU.

The research project "Intelligent Training - Implementation in Daily Life" is seeking participants for a 2 hour workshop at Campusvej in Odense.

Meet the new climate minister at SDU

Minister for Climate, Energy and Utilities visits SDU's students.

Research-in-gene-regulatory-mechanisms

Vijay Tiwari, MSc Phd., newly appointed Professor of neurobiology at the Department of Molecular Medicine has received a DNRF Chair grant to work on revealing gene regulatory mechanisms crucial to the development of cerebral cortex and its disruption in neurodevelopmental disorders.

Waste bins to be removed from offices and classrooms

Due to the new waste stations at SDU in Odense, all small bins from offices and classrooms will be removed from the main campus during January. In staff kitchens and kitchenettes, multiple waste fractions will be installed at the same time, allowing all of us to help sort waste correctly.

Strategy process has begun at SDU

The Board of SDU has asked the University’s management to initiate a process seeking to renew SDU’s strategic basis. This week, the process kicked off with deliberations in both the University Council and the Main Co-operation Committee.

The New Year brings more waste sorting

2023 will be the year when we start sorting waste at the university. Initially, the new waste stations at SDU Odense will be rolled out from the start of next semester, and during the year the scheme will be implemented on the remaining campuses.

Arctic and climate seminar at SDU Odense

SDU Arctic and SDU Climate Cluster invites all interested parties to the seminar “Finding interdisciplinary solutions to common challenges” on 2 February.

Søren Vilby is the new Chair of the Board at SDU

The 57-year-old businessman Søren Vilby is to become the new Chair of the Board at the University of Southern Denmark and will lead the University’s strategic work for the next four years.

SDU’s promotion programme has come into effect

SDU wants to attract, retain and develop academic talent so that SDU can fulfil its core tasks in research, teaching and dissemination. The promotion programme, which came into effect on 1 January 2023, is one possible career path in the transition from associate professor to professor.

Pop-up i Winsløwparken: Få en gratis træningselastik - og lær at træne intelligent

Er du øm i nakke, skuldre og ryg? Så er det måske tid til lidt intelligent træning. SDU Bevæger Sig står klar i Winsløwparken i starten af februar for at hjælpe dig i gang.

Price adjustments for Graphic Center’s printing services

As of 1 January 2023, the prices for the Graphic Center’s printing services have been adjusted due to raw material price hikes on the world market.

Vijay Tiwari is appointed full professor of neurobiology at University of Southern Denmark

Vijay Tiwari, PhD and dr.med is appointed full professor of neurobiology at the Department of Molecular Medicine at SDU as of 1 January 2023.

Vijay Tiwari is appointed full professor of neurobiology at University of Southern Denmark

Vijay Tiwari, PhD and dr.med is appointed full professor of neurobiology at the Department of Molecular Medicine at SDU as of 1 January 2023.

Season’s greetings from the Rectorate of SDU

We wish everyone at SDU a Merry Christmas and a cheerful and relaxing holiday season.

New travel policy set to cut SDU’s carbon footprint

The Executive Board of the University of Southern Denmark has approved a new travel policy for SDU employees, who are called upon to limit work-related trips in general and specifically the number of flights in order to achieve the University’s goal of a significant reduction in CO2 emissions.

Seneste nyt fra Ligestillingsudvalget på SUND

Ligestillingsudvalget arbejder for at synliggøre og kvalificere de mange forskellige typer af talenter på SUND. Her får du et overblik over, hvad udvalget drøftede på deres sidste møde.

The University’s finances are under pressure

The 2023 budget has now been adopted by the Board of SDU, which also supports the management’s measures to ensure that the University’s finances remain robust.

Reduced December staffing in the Central Administration

Several departments in the Central Administration will either be closed or have reduced staffing between Christmas and New Year. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual departments.

Sync of your private OneDrive to SDU computers will be deactivated

OneDrive is available in two different versions.

Seneste nyt fra Akademisk Råd på SUND

Akademisk Råd har til opgave at sikre de studerendes og de videnskabelige medarbejderes indflydelse på faglige og akademiske forhold. Her får du et overblik over, hvad rådet drøftede på sidste møde.

Professor i smertepsykologi på SDU

Cand.psych., ph.d. Tonny Elmose Andersen udnævnes til professor i smertepsykologi på Institut for Psykologi på Syddansk Universitet, SDU

Do you want to be a climate ambassador at SDU?

Would you like to help create changes at SDU and help turn the university into a low-emission university? Read more here and sign up for the new climate ambassador course.

SDU Employee Courses Spring 2023

Be inspired by our varied range of courses and webinars.

Corridors of New SUND named

From Skoven over Tveden to Forten. The corridors at New SUND are named after the natural surroundings and cultural history.

Technical/administrative staff enthusiastic about project management course

Project development and project management were on the agenda when about 20 participants from faculties and the Central Administration met up on 29 November – 1 December at the top floor of Campus Kollegiet for a course on project management for technical/administrative staff.

Seneste nyt fra fakultetsledelsen

SUND’s ledergruppe mødes månedligt og diskuterer emner af fælles interesse for fakultetet. Her får du et indblik i, hvad gruppen har drøftet.

SDU and OUH launch new flagship centres

Odense University Hospital (OUH) and the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) are launching a new joint initiative, ‘Flagship Centres between OUH and SDU’, which focuses on high-quality research in an equal collaboration between researchers from OUH and SDU. The flagship centres replace what was previously known as elite research centres at OUH.

Seneste nyt fra Akademisk Råd på SUND

Akademisk Råd har til opgave at sikre de studerendes og de videnskabelige medarbejderes indflydelse på faglige og akademiske forhold. Her får du et overblik over, hvad rådet drøftede på sidste møde.

SDU-forsker tilknyttes internationalt anerkendt tysk forskergruppe

Arkitekturpsykologisk forskning på Institut for Psykologi på Syddansk Universitet, SDU, styrkes, da professor Kirsten Kaya Roessler den 1.1.2023 tilknyttes som gæsteforsker ved Universitetssygehuset Hamburg Eppendorf (UKE).

Technical Services, Building Maintenance and Service and Logistics will be on a staff trip on Thursday 24 November 2022

Daily operations in Service and Logistics will be affected as follows:

Hitting 19 degrees: How to set your thermostat correctly in your office

It’s a good idea to check that the thermostat in your office or workspace is set correctly for a room temperature of 19 degrees, which SDU has decided on where possible.

Bevilling til forskning i sportsmiljøer for børn

Hvorfor har vi så stort fokus på at talentudvikle tidligt, når forskningen viser, at det modsatte er bedst? Det undersøger nyt forskningsprojekt støttet af Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond.

Library relocation in Kolding: UC SYD and SDU continue cooperation

Good neighbourliness is important on many fronts. This is why UC SYD and SDU have given high priority to close cooperation in recent years – first with the relocation to Esbjerg a few years ago and this year with the new joint address at Universitetsparken, Kolding.

Seneste nyt fra SUNDs Arbejdsmiljøudvalg - september 2022

SUNDs Arbejdsmiljøudvalg planlægger, leder og koordinerer fakultetets arbejdsmiljøarbejde. Her får du et overblik over, hvad udvalget drøftede på sidste møde.

Nyt fra Samarbejdsudvalget - september 2022

SUNDs Samarbejdsudvalg behandler spørgsmål vedrørende arbejds- og personaleforhold på Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet. Her får du et overblik over, hvad udvalget drøftede på mødet i september.

National negotiations on Springer Nature winter 2022

The prices of electronic resources are increasing significantly in these years. At the moment, negotiations are underway with Springer Nature, which is one of the largest players on the market, and this could have consequences for researchers and students at SDU.

A healthy and safe work and study environment free of offensive behaviour

New portal conveys SDU values for behaviour and brings together knowledge, inspiration and tools to prevent and deal with offensive behaviour.

Gående ledermøder

Kan du som forsker og leder bruge gående møder til noget? Ja, det kan du, hvis du spørger professor Anton Pottegård. Hør, hvordan han bruger gående ledermøder i sin forskningsgruppe.

Book the holiday home for your 2023 holiday

We accept bookings for the 2023-season from Thursday 1 December at 12.

Katja Schrøder er ny uddannelsesleder for den sundhedsfaglige kandidatuddannelse

Katja Schrøder er ansat som adjunkt på Institut for Sundhedstjenesteforskning, SDU. Hun har undervist på uddannelsen de seneste ti år, og siden 2020 har hun været fagansvarlig for modulet Humanistiske Forskningstilgange indenfor sundhedsvidenskab.

Få hjælp til at træne intelligent

Er du øm i nakke, skuldre og ryg? Så er det måske tid til lidt intelligent træning. SDU Bevæger Sig står klar på Campus Odense i næste uge for at hjælpe dig i gang.

Seneste nyt fra direktionen

Syddansk Universitets direktion mødes hver anden uge og drøfter emner af interesse for universitetet. Her får du et indblik i, hvad direktionen senest har drøftet.

Call to save on hot water

The implementation of the previously announced energy-saving measures at SDU has begun. For legal reasons, the decision to turn off the hot water to the taps has been revoked. Therefore, all SDU employees are instead encouraged to limit and preferably avoid using hot water for hand washing.

Moving of telephone system from Skype to Teams

Telephony is moving from Skype to Microsoft Teams. The big moving weekend will happen over the weekend of Friday 25th November up to and including Sunday 27th November.

De vil gå foran i den grønne omstilling på SDU

3 medarbejdere på SUND har meldt sig til at gå foran i den grønne omstilling på SDU. Sammen med 25 andre medarbejdere på tværs af universitetet har de uddannet sig til klimaambassadører.

Ny professor i ortopædisk traumatologi

Overlæge Bjarke Viberg er per 1. november 2022 nyudnævnt til klinisk professor i ortopædkirurgisk traumatologi ved Ortopædkirurgisk Afdeling på Odense Universitetshospital og Klinisk Institut SDU.

SDU’s GET team involved in two major EU projects

SDU’s Gender Equality Team (GET) is, as of this year, part of two major EU projects, in which their expertise in incorporating gender equality aspects into research and university operations will come into play for the benefit of SDU and the sector as a whole.

Energy-saving measures to begin from 24 October

After the autumn break, a series of energy-saving initiatives will be implemented at SDU's locations to meet the ongoing energy and supply situation and reduce SDU’s climate footprint.

SDU reduces rental and operating costs

SDU has a robust economy, but the University is also affected by the challenged global economy. The Rectorate takes the situation seriously and is therefore initiating a controlled slowdown of a number of costs.

SDU researcher to establish company in new programme

Drone researcher Kristian Husum Laursen has been appointed as SDU’s first translational postdoc. As part of the Spin-Outs Denmark programme, he will receive one year of financial and professional assistance to develop a concrete idea and establish his own company.

Ongoing information about the analysis of the study administration

Interest in knowing more about the analysis and further work has been shown.

Ny klinisk professor ved Kirurgisk Afdeling på Sygehus Sønderjylland.

Overlæge, dr.med., ph.d. Michael Festersen Nielsen er 1. november udnævnt til klinisk professor ved Kirurgisk Afdeling på Sygehus Sønderjylland. Professoratet hører under Institut for Regional Sundhedsforskning på Syddansk Universitet SDU.

Ny studieleder for medicinstudiet på SDU

Medicinstudiet på Syddansk Universitet får overlæge Dorte Hansen som ny studieleder. Dorte Hansen er ph.d. og specialeansvarlig overlæge på H.C. Andersen Børnehospital, OUH.

Seneste nyt fra direktionen

Syddansk Universitets direktion mødes hver anden uge og drøfter emner af interesse for universitetet. Her får du et indblik i, hvad direktionen senest har drøftet.

SDU implements energy-saving measures

The University of Southern Denmark follows the recommendation of the Danish Energy Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to lower the heating of state buildings where it is deemed possible and technically suitable.

Åben Forskerdag 2022

Kom til Åben Forskerdag 2022. Her får du et indblik i forskningen på SUND - og mulighed for at se 7 ph.d.-studerende dyste i formidling af vanskeligt stof i årets ph.d.-cup.

Graviditetsdiabetes kan føre til andre sygdomme senere i livet

Kvinder der har haft graviditetsdiabetes bør være opmærksomme, mener ph.d-studerende Maria Hornstrup Christensen, som står bag et nyt studie.

Seneste nyt fra fakultetsledelsen

SUND’s ledergruppe mødes månedligt og diskuterer emner af fælles interesse for fakultetet. Her får du et indblik i, hvad gruppen har drøftet.

Morten Grønbæk stopper som direktør for Statens Institut for Folkesundhed, SDU

Morten Grønbæk har fået ny stilling som direktør for det nyetablerede Center for Sundt liv og Trivsel. Ny konstitueret direktør og institutleder for Statens Institut for Folkesundhed bliver professor og forskningschef Anna Paldam Folker.

Mette Raunkiær, ny professor i rehabilitering og palliation

Mette Raunkiær udnævnes i til professor i rehabilitering og palliation i primærsektor ved REHPA, Videncenter for Rehabilitering og Palliation, Odense Universitetshospital og Syddansk Universitet.

New guidelines for the use of IT

A change in the Human Resources Policy Guidelines has led to an update of the guidelines for the use of IT for SDU employees.

Ticket sales for the gala dinner ending soon

5 October at 12.00 noon is your last chance to buy tickets for this year’s Annual University Celebration gala dinner. There are still a number of connected tables available, so if you want to sit together with your fellow students or colleagues, it’s about your last chance!

Now begins the analysis of SDU’s study administration

SDU has entered into a contract with the consultancy firm Carve to carry out the previously announced analysis of the study administration.

Technical Services is on an employee outing on Thursday 29 September 2022

As all Technical Services employees are on an outing this day, there will be no available staff on the campuses.

Art event at SDU Odense

The Art Association at SDU invites all students and staff to a pop-up art event on 28 September in the Winter Garden with the opportunity to view and buy lithographic works.

SDU adopts new strategy for external research funding

The framework for research funding is changing. In order to accommodate and take advantage of these changes and ensure that SDU can continue to conduct research of the highest quality, SDU has adopted a new strategy for external research funding. Read about the strategy here.

Referat fra det seneste institutledermøde

SUND’s ledergruppe mødes månedligt og diskuterer emner af fælles interesse for fakultetet. Her får du et indblik i, hvad gruppen drøftede på sidste møde.

Ny professor i Vejle med fokus på translationel kræftforskning

Overlæge, ph.d. og dr.med. Torben Frøstrup Hansen på Sygehus Lillebælt er udnævnt til professor i klinisk onkologi ved institut for Regional Sundhedsforskning på SDU.

SDU Bevæger sig inviterer til Månedens aktivitet

SDU Bevæger Sig inviterer alle ansatte på SDU til Månedens aktivitet, som i løbet af efteråret byder på salsa, floorball og ludobasket.

Ny professor i teknisk audiologi

Tobias Neher er ny professor i teknisk audiologi ved Klinisk Institut og Forskningsenheden for Oto-Rhino-Laryngologi, begge på SDU.

Holiday requests

It is now time to start planning and announcing leave in the holiday year 2022/2023, where holiday must be taken during the period from 1 September 2022 to 31 December 2023 (the holiday entitlement period).

Bevægelsesdag 2022

Riv nogle timer ud af arbejdsdagen til sjov og bevægelse med dine kollegaer. Tilmeld dig Bevægelsesdagen torsdag den 13. oktober.

New Nordic humanist centre to create new understandings of the world’s societal challenges

Thanks to a donation from The A.P. Moller Relief Foundation, the University of Copenhagen and the University of Southern Denmark will establish a new research centre: the Nordic Humanities Centre for Challenge-Based Inquiry. Based on humanistic disciplines, the Centre will contribute nuances, perspectives, new understandings and opportunities for action in relation to the major societal challenges such as the climate crisis and pandemics.

Ny institutleder på Institut for Molekylær Medicin

Boye L. Jensen er ansat som ny institutleder på Institut for Molekylær Medicin på SDU.

Payment of special holiday allowance

Second payment of special holiday allowance

Climate Thursdays

Update your knowledge about the climate – status, solutions and actions

Car parks closed off due to the Semester Start Party

In connection with the Semester Start Party on Saturday, 3 September, the car parks PV1, PV3 and PV6 will be closed off.

Seneste nyt fra Akademisk Råd på SUND

Akademisk Råd har til opgave at sikre de studerendes og de videnskabelige medarbejderes indflydelse på faglige og akademiske forhold. Her får du et overblik over, hvad rådet drøftede på sidste møde.

1,8 millioner kroner til stamcellelaboratorium

A.P. Møller Fonden giver midler til indkøb af udstyr til OUH-CELL-BENCH: Et nye stamcellelaboratorium til klinisk behandling med celler.

Analysis of the educational administration, autumn 2022

Over the next few years, the educational sector will face a number of changes following political reforms in relation to admission and regionalisation, further and continuing education, internationalisation, demographic development with fewer students and a new student administration system.

Professor Mark McEntee er ny adjungeret professor i diagnostisk radiografi

Mark McEntee, Professor på University College Cork, leder af Radiografi uddannelsescenteret, Irland er blevet tildelt den æresfulde titel adjungeret professor på alle røntgenafdelingerne Sygehus Lillebælt og Institut for regional sundhedsforskning, Det sundhedsvidenskabelige fakultet, SDU

Bevæg dig med dine kollegaer

Riv nogle timer ud af arbejdsdagen til sjov og bevægelse med dine kollegaer. SDU Bevæger Sig skaber rammerne – I skal bare dukke op.

Tarec El-Galaly new adjunct professor in hematology

Tarec El-Galaly is Consultant and Clinical Professor of Hematology at the Department of Hematology, Aalborg University Hospital (AaU). In 2017, he was awarded the “National Junior Researcher Award for outstanding research contribution before the age of 40” by the Danish Cancer Society

European millions in grant money from the EU ensures continued development of EPICUR

The EPICUR university alliance, which SDU joined in 2021, has been granted €14.4 million from the EU’s ERASMUS+ programme, which ensures the further development of the European university over the next four years. For SDU, this means closer cooperation and will, among other things, allow students to take additional and more flexible courses abroad.

Welcome to 4,348 new SDU students

The University of Southern Denmark has offered student places to 4,348 new students.

Read SDU's sustainability report

The University of Southern Denmark's sustainability report for 2021 has landed. The report maps SDU's work with sustainability last year and highlights a number of concrete results and examples.

5152 has applied for an SDU education as first priority

The number of people who have given the highest priority to one of SDU's higher education is 5152 this year, which corresponds to a decline of 12%. The entire university sector is experiencing a decline in applications.

Large donation from the A.P. Moller Foundation for large robots at Lindø

A world-leading centre for the development of automation and robots to build large structures such as wind turbines, ships and construction works will now become a reality after A.P. Moller Foundation donates DKK 90 million to new Center for Large Structure Production at Lindø. The new centre will be established under the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute at SDU.

SDU is looking for a new Chair of the Board

SDU has begun the process of finding a new Chair of the Board as of 1 January 2023 to replace Niels Thorborg, who will resign at the end of the year.

Charlotte Wien udnævnes til professor i forskningskommunikation ved Klinisk Institut, SDU

Charlotte Wien tiltræder den 1. juli 2022 som professor i forskningskommunikation ved OPEN Odense Patient data Explorative Network, Klinisk Institut

Ny professor i psykiatri- og sundhedsret

Søren Fryd Birkeland er ny professor i psykiatri- og sundhedsret ved Psykiatrien i Region Syddanmark, Syddansk Universitetshospital.

Payment of 0.64 holiday day with June salary

Now, SDU are paying the value of the 0.64 holiday days to the employees who were employed in the period from 1 January 2019 to 31 August 2019 and who are still employed.

Seneste nyt fra FAMU - april-2022

SUNDs Arbejdsmiljøudvalg planlægger, leder og koordinerer fakultetets arbejdsmiljøarbejde. Her får du et overblik over, hvad udvalget drøftede på sidste møde.

Nyt fra Samarbejdsudvalget - april 2022

SUNDs Samarbejdsudvalg behandler spørgsmål vedrørende arbejds- og personaleforhold på Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet. Her får du et overblik over, hvad udvalget drøftede på sidste møde.

A new video marks the opening of the SDU Climate Cluster

The SDU Climate Cluster is now officially open. We mark this occasion by the release of a video, where you can learn more about SDU’s large strategic focus on the climate.

SDU involved in plans for new media city in Odense

SDU and the other parties involved in Media City Odense (MCO) have signed a statement of intent with DSB Property Development to create a mediatech city at Jarlsberggade in Odense. The first phase of the new media city is to set new standards for innovation and collaboration across the education, research and media sectors.

SDU styrker fokus på forskningen indenfor sundhedsvidenskab

Professor dr.med. Uffe Holmskov er udnævnt til prodekan for forskning og innovation på Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet, SDU. Uffe Holmskov har hidtil været konstitueret i stillingen.

Templafy will be updated to Templafy Hive

On Thursday, 23 June, Templafy will be updated to the latest version, Templafy Hive. This means easier access to templates and documents with SDU's brand directly in Word, Power Point and Excel.

Bevægelsesdag 2022

Torsdag den 13. oktober 2022 kl. 13.00 til 15.00 inviteres alle ansatte på SDU til Bevægelsesdag 2022.

Summer holiday closings in the Central Administration

Several departments in the Central Administration are either closed or have reduced staffing during the summer holidays. Extended response times should therefore be expected when contacting the individual units. For Technical Services, there are a number of practical changes regarding operations.

Gående møde med rektor

Vil du som rektor Jens Ringsmose gerne holde flere gående møder? Så kig med her og hør om hans erfaringer med mødeformatet og få hjælp til selv at komme godt i gang.

SDU has found its new pro-rector

From 1 August, Helle Waagepetersen will be the Pro-Rector for Education at the University of Southern Denmark. The 50-year-old professor comes from a position as Head of Department at the Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology at the University of Copenhagen, and she is very much looking forward to starting at SDU.

Årets undervisningspris

Dekan Ole Skøtt overrækker professor Dorthe Ejg Jarbøl årets undervisningspris på Sundhedsvidenskab.

New recruitment portal

Welcome to a new portal for everyone involved in the recruitment and onboarding of scientific and technical-administrative staff.

First SDU employee attends an EPICUR event!

Associate Professor Dorte Jagetic Andersen from SDU’s Centre for Border Region Studies is the first SDU employee to have participated in a research seminar on European identity offered through the EPICUR European University, of which SDU became a member at the end of 2021.

New statement about freedom of research, teaching and speech

SDU’s board has approved a statement that defines a framework for how the University relates to matters of freedom of research, freedom of teaching and freedom of speech and debate. The statement has been prepared by an employee-based working group which believes that an official document will benefit both employees and students at SDU.

Join us for the new climate conference, FORUM

SDU will make 100 tickets available for employees and students - 50 for each group - who want to participate in the climate conference FORUM in connection with Tinderbox Festival 2022.

SDU to offer new common goods at the central warehouse

From mid-June 2022, the new SDU Common Goods will be introduced across SDU. The primary function of SDU Common Goods is to ensure a sustainable, environmentally friendly and simple range of selected products, where logistics, administration, warehousing and finance together contribute to the sustainable development of the University.

New Solution for Privileged Access Management

SDU Needs a New Solution for Privileged Access Management on Windows Computers

Daniel Diermeier to visit SDU and give a presentation on freedom of expression

On 14 June, Daniel Diermeier, Professor and Chancellor of Vanderbilt University, USA, will be visiting SDU in Odense. Here he will make a presentation on freedom of expression in the academic world at a DIAS event, where SDU’s new set of values will also be presented.

Sådan afholder du bedst et gående møde

Gående møder kan have en positiv effekt på sundhed, trivsel og idéudvikling. SDU Bevæger Sig vil derfor gerne hjælpe dig til at komme godt i gang.

Become a Climate Ambassador at SDU

On 18 and 19 August, you have the chance to become a Climate Ambassador at SDU.

Change in daily operations in Service and Logistics on Wednesday 8 June

Due to an event in Technical Services, normal operations in Service and Logistics are suspended on that day.

The competence foundation for government employees

The competence foundation cover costs for competence development for employees at SDU.

Have you thought about trying a walking meeting?

Did you know that walking while having a meeting can have a positive effect on health, well-being, and idea development?

Ph.d. -skolen på SUND har fået ny hjemmeside

Ph.d. -skolen har de sidste par måneder arbejdet på en ny hjemmeside, og nu er den klar til brug!

The opening of Odense Light Rail is celebrated at SDU

On Saturday 28 May, Odense’s new light rail will be taking its inaugural trip through the city streets. During the day, all the stations from Tarup Shopping Centre to the two stops at SDU will be inaugurated, and the campus will celebrate the occasion with activities and light refreshments.

Dagsordenen for institutledermødet

Så er dagsordenen for det kommende institutledermøde klar.

Implementation of the new position structure at SDU has now been approved

The Executive Board (the Rectorate and the deans) has now approved the letter of intent concerning the implementation of the new position structure for scientific staff at SDU.

Nyt referat fra det seneste institutledermøde

Referatet fra institutledermødet den 22. marts ligger nu klar. På mødet blev bl.a. SDU-PRO og SDU Climate Cluster drøftet. Læs referatet fra mødet.

SDU still ranks among the leading sustainable universities

The internationally recognised magazine Times Higher Education ranks SDU 93rd among 1,400 universities from around the world. Based on the universities’ work with sustainability, SDU is pleased with the ranking, even though the university was ranked 23rd last year.

Nyt fra ligestillingsudvalget

Hidtil har det altid været et stort problem at få statistik, der viste, hvor mange VIP’er, der er ansat på SUND, fordi vi har så mange deltidsansatte og eksternt aflønnede. Det er der nu kommet en løsning på.

DFF-bevillinger til SUND

Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige fakultet har netop modtaget syv bevillinger fra DFF, Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond.

Nyt referat fra det seneste fakultetsarbejdsmiljø- udvalgsmøde

Referatet fra seneste møde i FAMU ligger nu klar. På dagsordenen var bl.a. APV og ny organisering i SDU - HR. Læs referatet fra mødet.

Nyt referat fra det seneste samarbejdsudvalgsmøde

Så er det nyeste referat fra samarbejdsudvalgsmødet klar.

Danmarks første professor i digital psykiatri

Psykolog og forskningsleder Mia Beck Lichtenstein tiltrådte den 1. maj 2022 stillingen som professor i digital psykiatri ved Telepsykiatrisk Center i Psykiatrien i Region Syddanmark og Klinisk Institut ved Syddansk Universitet.

News on special holiday allowance and senior bonus

From this year, the timing of payment of special holiday allowance will change and the Senior Bonus Circular came into force on 1 April 2022.

Life-science-fyn

Life Science Fyn er et nyt netværk, som skal styrke Fyns position på Life Science-området. Netværket har netop afholdt stiftende generalforsamling.

Professor i molekylær onkologi på SDU

Morten Gjerstorff udnævnes til professor i molekylær onkologi på Institut for Molekylær Medicin på Syddansk Universitet, hvor hans forskning skal fokusere på at forstå samspillet imellem kræftceller og immunforsvaret for derigennem at medvirke til udvikling af en mere effektiv behandling af kræftpatienter.

Ny professor i personlighedsforstyrrelser og psykoterapi

Mickey Toftkjær Kongerslev, cand.psych., aut., ph.d. er ny professor i personlighedsforstyrrelser og psykoterapi ved Institut for Psykologi, Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet, Syddansk Universitet og Psykiatrien Øst, Region Sjælland.

Law degree programme to be created at SDU in Esbjerg

From the autumn of 2023, SDU will offer a law degree programme in Esbjerg. This is clear after RUVU (the advisory committee for the evaluation of the offering of higher education programmes) has approved SDU’s application for the education. This was announced by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen during a visit to SDU in Esbjerg on Thursday morning.

Do not microwave the canteen’s plates

The canteen’s plates are unsuitable for microwave cooking. They are made from 100% melamine plastic which MAY give off formaldehyde og melamine when heated in a microwave oven. Therefore, please avoid using plates from the canteen when microwaving food.

Ny professor i sygepleje ved Ortopædkirurgi på Kolding Sygehus og Syddansk Universitet

Sygeplejerske Lisbeth Uhrenfeldt er pr. 1. maj 2022 udnævnt til professor i sygepleje på Ortopædkirurgi på Kolding Sygehus og Institut for Regional Sundhedsforskning, Syddansk Universitet.

Professor i radiologi

Overlæge, ph.d. Ole Graumann er udnævnt til professor i radiologi og forskningsleder for området ved Klinisk Institut, Syddansk Universitet og Odense Universitetshospital.

Explore Campus Odense

Campus Odense and the Citizen Science-project ‘SDU Moves’ hereby invite you, your colleagues, students and employees from other Campus Odense-partners to Explore Campus Odense 2 and 5 May 2022. It will be two days filled with fun and exciting activities based in nature, culture and movement, where you can try your hand at canoeing on the bathing lake, virtual reality at Campus UCL and learning more about the development of Campus Odense and the new university hospital.

Sebastian H. Mernild set to head SDU’s climate efforts

The internationally renowned Professor of Climate Change is set to head SDU’s largest-ever strategic initiative in climate change, sustainability and green transition.

Professor-of-User-Perspectives-at-SDU-and-OUH

The newly appointed Professor, Astrid Janssens, will focus her research on the partnership between patients, relatives, health care practitioners and researchers in collaborative health research activities. The professorship is a collaboration between the Department of Public Health, SDU and Odense University Hospital, OUH.

Ny professor i fysioterapi og smertebehandling

Henrik Bjarke Vægter, fysioterapeut, MSc Pain Management, ph.d. er ny professor i fysioterapi og smertebehandling på Anæstesiologisk Intensiv Afdeling på Odense Universitetshospital og Klinisk Institut, SDU.

New SDU HR off to a good start

The new central HR department, SDU HR, is well under way in the process of coming together. The last managerial positions have been filled and the reorganisation is expected to be fully in place by the summer holidays.

Nyt referat fra det seneste institutledermøde

Så er det nyeste referat fra institutledermødet klar.

Obituary for Professor James W. Vaupel

On Sunday 27 March 2022, Jim Vaupel died following an unexpected and brief illness. Thus, our university and Denmark, indeed the whole world, lost a leading demographer and researcher on ageing.

Obituary for Professor James W. Vaupel

On Sunday 27 March 2022, Jim Vaupel died following an unexpected and brief illness. Thus, our university and Denmark, indeed the whole world, lost a leading demographer and researcher on ageing.

Birgitte Nørgaard udnævnes til professor i brugerperspektiver på SDU

Sygeplejerske, cand.cur., ph.d. Birgitte Nørgaards forskning er forankret i sundhedsvæsenet, og fokuserer netop på brugerperspektiver og brugerinddragelse. Professoratet tilknyttes Institut for Sundhedstjenesteforskning på SDU.

Simon Møberg Torp continues as Dean of the Faculty of Humanities

In the coming years, Simon Møberg Torp will serve as Dean of the Faculty of Humanities. Having been chosen from a pool of strong contenders for the job, he will continue his term as Dean, which has lasted since 2013. Both the University and Simon Torp himself are delighted with his appointment.

It is now possible to do interviews for TV or radio at SDU

SDU now has the facilities to broadcast live to the Danish and international press in high quality from Campus Odense. This means that an interview can be conducted at the University, making it easier for both the media and the expert being interviewed.

Frede Donskov er ny professor i onkologi på SDU og Sydvestjysk Sygehus

Professor, dr.med., Frede Donskov er ansat som klinisk professor ved Institut for Regional Sundhedsforskning, SDU, sideløbende med overlægeansættelse på Sydvestjysk Sygehus.

Professor i tromboseforskning på Sydvestjysk Sygehus og SDU

Cand.scient., ph.d. Else Marie Bladbjerg er udnævnt til professor ved Institut for Regional Sundhedsforskning, SDU og Sydvestjysk Sygehus. Hendes forskning koncentrerer sig om at belyse, hvordan blodets koagulationsaktivering kan være årsag til flere andre sygdomme end blodpropper, herunder fedme og fedmens mange følgesygdomme fx fedtlever.

Call to investigate collaborations in research and education

In a joint statement, Universities Denmark have announced that they are suspending cooperation with Russia and Belarus. They now call for caution in collaborations involving companies from the two countries.

Payslip

Salary on its way - payslip delayed due to technical issues

Professor i klinisk mikrobiologi på SDU og OUH

Ulrik Stenz Justesen er udnævnt til professor i klinisk mikrobiologi ved Odense Universitetshospital og Klinisk Institut på SDU. Han skal især forske i anaerobe bakterier, herunder deres involvering i alvorlige infektioner som blodforgiftning, hjerneabscesser og tyktarmskræft.

Parking area P1 partially blocked off

Please note that parts of the gravel parking area P1 will be blocked off between 28 March to 1 July 2022 (inclusive).

Political agreement on regionalisation

On Tuesday 22 March, a political conciliation group reached an agreement based on the political initiative ‘More and better educational opportunities throughout Denmark’ of 25 June 2021.

Rahul Bhatnagar er udnævnt som adjungeret professor ved den lungemedicinske forskningsenhed (ODIN), Klinisk Institut

Rahul Bhatnagars forskningsfelt er inden for lungehindesygdomme og med tilknytningen forventes området at få et fagligt, forsknings- og uddannelsesmæssigt internationalt løft ved SDU og OUH

Nyt referat fra Akademisk råd

Så er det nyeste referat fra Akademisk råd klar.

Drop in quota 2 applications

At SDU, the number of quota 2 applicants has dropped by 10% compared to last year. The decrease is seen across multiple programmes and campuses, and the university sector as a whole has seen a fall in quota 2 applicants by 12%. Now the test-based admission process awaits all of the 8,193 applicants who have accepted to sit for the test.

Mindeord: Professor, ph.d. Ove Alfred Nedergaard (18/2-1931- 12/3-2022)

To dage efter, at hans hustru Pamela døde, afgik professor i farmakologi ved SDU, Ove Alfred Nedergaard ved døden efter flere års svagelighed. Han blev 91 år gammel.

Husk rettigheder til de billeder, du bruger: Sådan undgår du at få en bøde

De fleste af os bruger af og til billeder i vores dagligdag. Måske laver du PowerPoints, rapporter, hjemmeside, invitationer eller lignende, men har du styr på reglerne, når du bruger billeder i dit materiale? På SDU og SUND oplever vi desværre et stigende antal sager, hvor ophavsretten på billeder bliver brudt SDU's hjemmesider.

Follow-up on SDU’s support for Ukraine

SDU and the other universities in Denmark distinguish between individuals and institutions when suspending cooperation with Russia and Belarus.

Nyt fra Ligestillingsudvalget

Så er det nyeste referat for SUNDs Ligestillingsudvalg klar.

Professor of genetic epidemiology at University of Southern Denmark

Qihua Tan MD, MSc (Medical Statistics), PhD, has been appointed as a full professor of genetics epidemiology at Unit of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Biodemography, Institute of Public Health, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark.

Special holiday for the holiday year 2022/2023

Call for requests for placement of the up to 5 days of special holiday for the holiday year 2022/2023 (1 May 2022 to 30 April 2023) is now taking place.

Current hacker and cyber security threats

SDU is experiencing increased activity in relation to foreign actors who scan our networks in order to identify weaknesses that can be exploited. Here are 4 things that can help increase your own and SDU’s information security.

New Dean at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

With Peter Møllgaard’s appointment as the new Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences, SDU has gained an experienced strategic leader with international experience.

SDU expresses support for Ukraine

All of Denmark’s universities have announced in a joint statement that they are suspending all cooperation with Russia and Belarus on research, education and innovation.

SDUnet: Ny fakultetsside og medarbejderportal

Sundhedsvidenskab har fået nye sider på SDUnet, og som ansat kan du nu finde den information, der er relevant for dig, samlet ét sted.

Make SDU Wilder

Department of Biology, Technical Services, SDU Moves, and the Campus Odense Active Living Group invite all employees and students to take an active break on Wednesday 16th of March between 12-15 at Campus Odense

The new signage and directions at Campus Odense are taking shape

For some time, Technical Services has been running a project on signage and directions at Campus Odense.

A healthy and safe working environment at SDU

During the next few weeks, SDU HR will enter into a dialogue about how we can support SDU’s health and safety tasks and efforts in the future.

Longing is exhibited at SDU

A nationwide art exhibition puts the spotlight on longing and the existential issues with which we have all become acquainted during the corona pandemic. At the University of Southern Denmark, artist Lise Harlev will be exhibiting her work series called "Du tænker hele tiden" (You Are Thinking All the Time).

Test runs on Campusvej

Odense Letbane is currently conducting test runs on Campusvej from morning to evening on all weekdays.

Bike race at SDU Campus Odense on Friday 11th of February

We bike in the Winter as well! SDU Moves marks that by finishing of the Winter Bicycle Week with a Bike Race on Friday 11th of February at 15.00.

New enterprise resource planning system well underway

On Monday 7 February, the new enterprise resource planning system (ERP) will go live and all financial staff from departments and units can start using it. The system provides the basic platform for modernising and streamlining financial and accounting processes. Since 10 January it has not been possible to receive or send invoices, so the opening is anticipated and the invoices are ready to be processed in the new system.

Research and education flourishes most in freedom

The crucial prerequisite for the universities 'success - and thus also the universities' opportunities to contribute with answers to today's great challenges - is academic freedom, writes Rector Jens Ringsmose.

All COVID-19 restrictions at SDU to be lifted from 1 February

All of the current restrictions with corona pass, virtual exams, protective equipment and the call for working from home at universities will be lifted when 1 February 2022 rolls around.

Winter Bicycle Week 2022

In week 6 it is time to prepare your bike when SDU Moves saddles up for “BIKE TO WORK – THE WINTER BICYCLE WEEK” by the Danish Cyclist’s Federation. We bike the entire week from 7th-13th of February. Participation is FOR FREE, and you can win great prices!

SDU styrker fokus på forskningen inden for sundhedsvidenskab

Institutleder for Institut for Molekylær Medicin, professor dr.med. Uffe Holmskov konstitueres pr. 1. februar i en nyoprettet stilling som prodekan for forskning og Innovation på Det Sundhedsvidenskabelige Fakultet, SDU.

SDU Takeover

SDU Takeover brings together a team of talented students who visit upper secondary schools in and around the Region of Southern Denmark to take over the teaching with exciting academic dissemination and dialogue at eye level.

SDU to establish a set of values

During the next few months, a task force will draft a set of values that SDU, among other things, can apply with regard to future cases of the liberty of SDU employees to conduct research, teach, discuss and express themselves as they please.

Extension of infection-preventing measures at higher-educational institutions

All of the current restrictions with corona passes, virtual exams, protective equipment and the call for working from home at universities have been extended until the end of January. On the upside, we have hopes of a normal study start in February.

SDU’s institutional plan has been submitted

SDU has submitted a plan to the Ministry of Higher Education and Science describing how the University intends to comply with the political agreement on more and better educational opportunities throughout Denmark. The content is largely identical to the draft presented to the Board in December. SDU wants to strengthen the University’s regional position, but this should not happen by reducing SDU’s student places in Odense.

Join the MediaTech Festival this summer

Media City Odense invites you to join the MediaTech Festival on June 1-3 2022 at DOK5000 in Odense. Here the entire media and media tech industry will meet for a 2.5-day conference with inspiration, new knowledge, debate and networking. The festival is relevant for anyone with an interest in media, communication, marketing, production and tech.

SDU’s climate centre is in the pipeline

In 2022, SDU’s climate centre will open under the name of SDU Climate Cluster. Compared to previous announcements, there are a few changes to the structure of the centre, which will function more as an interdisciplinary research cluster.

Pr. 1. november 2021 ændres parkeringsreglerne på J. B. Winsløws Vej 9 samt 15-25

Pr. 1. november 2021 ændres parkeringsreglerne på J. B. Winsløws Vej 9 samt 15-25