Mads Hvid Aaberg Poulsen appointed clinical professor of urology at SDU
The professorship will strengthen research into prostate cancer and contribute to the development of more precise diagnostics and targeted treatment. The aim is to bring clinical practice, research and education even closer together in Esbjerg.
SDU researcher receives prestigious award
Professor Aleksander Krag has received the Hagedorn Prize 2026 from The Danish Society of Internal Medicine (DSIM) and the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The prize is awarded annually to a researcher in Denmark in recognition of outstanding research or development efforts in the field of internal medicine.
Three new professors to conduct research in nursing and care at Denmark’s youngest university hospital
How do we engage with families of children with life-threatening illnesses? How can we strengthen patient involvement? And can we ease transitions for those who are particularly vulnerable? These are some of the questions that three newly appointed professors of nursing will explore at Zealand University Hospital (SUH), which, with a total of five professorships at the University of Southern Denmark, is now home to one of the country’s strongest research environments for clinical nursing.
Yousif Subhi appointed professor of ophthalmology at University of Southern Denmark
The professorship aims to strengthen research into patient-centred solutions and new technologies for the treatment of retinal diseases, contributing to development, quality, and knowledge within the field.
Benjamin S. B. Rasmussen appointed professor of radiology and medical technology at SDU
The professorship aims to strengthen research in medical technology and contribute to development, quality, and new knowledge in the field.
Maj Hansen appointed professor of trauma psychology at SDU
The professorship will strengthen research into how people are affected by traumatic experiences – and how best to support them in moving forward.
Three prominent SDU researchers receive Fyens Stiftstidende’s Research Award
This year, Fyens Stiftstidende’s Research Award was granted to Anton Pottegård, Klaus Petersen and Morten Birkved for their research into pharmaceuticals, the welfare state and the green transition, respectively.
Christine Stabell Benn appointed Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog
Christine Stabell Benn is professor of global health at the University of Southern Denmark and Chair at the Danish Institute for Advanced Study (DIAS)
SDU researcher contributes to award-winning efforts for healthier and greener cities
A global research network in which Professor Jasper Schipperijn from the University of Southern Denmark plays a central role has been honoured with one of the prestigious Sustainability Awards from the Nobel Sustainability Trust.
Gabriele Berg-Beckhoff appointed professor of epidemiology and applied statistics at SDU
The professorship aims to strengthen public health research with a focus on using numbers and data – and on incorporating patients’ own experiences.
SDU professor receives international award for groundbreaking drug research
Tore Bjerregaard Stage from Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacy and Environmental Medicine recognised by US society for his work on understanding and preventing side effects of medicines
New clinical professor of haematology at Odense University Hospital and SDU
As of 1 September 2025, Kim Theilgaard-Mönch, MD, Consultant, has been appointed Clinical Professor of Haematology at Odense University Hospital (OUH) and the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU).
Thomas Emil Andersen appointed Professor of Medical Microbiology
Thomas Emil Andersen's interdisciplinary research in microbiology will continue in the new position, and his experience from the past 20 years will help lift OUH and SDU's research and innovation strategy.
Sören Möller appointed professor of biostatistics at SDU
Sören Möller is affiliated with the Department of Public Health at SDU. He conducts research in translational biostatistics, where he works to implement advanced statistical methods in clinical and epidemiological research. His current work focuses primarily on four areas.
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.
Three SDU researchers receive Fyens Stiftstidende’s research award
Three SDU professors – Kurt Klaudi Klausen, Anna Paldam Folker and N. Asger Mortensen – received the annual research award from Fyens Stiftstidende on Thursday, 16 November. The honour comes with DKK 25,000 for each researcher.
Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship for Chemistry
Understanding the new oxidative paradigm of biomass waste upcycling – LyticPol
International recognition for football fitness and football professor Peter Krustrup
UEFA has awarded a Gold Award for "Best Social Initiative" to the Football Fitness U90 Training Camp, a project developed by SDU and DBU Bornholm.