News from the department
Brain research
25.01.2021
DKK 35 million for new type of research in neuro diseases
Professor Martin Røssel Larsen has received DKK 35 million from the Lundbeck Foundation to cultivate and research mini-brains.
Cancer
14.01.2021
Why does breast cancer often spread in obese women?
Every year, approx. 5,000 Danish women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Obesity makes the cancer cells more aggressive, so they spread to other parts of the body. This is the focus of Rasmus Siersbæk’s research and he hopes to be able to find better treatment methods for this disease.
Small revolutions
15.10.2020
Researcher uses mini-brains for disease research
Professor Martin Røssel Larsen researches brain diseases. In order to better understand them, he makes mini-brains from stem cells in his laboratory.
Cannabis
24.03.2020
New study: Cannabis helps fight resistant bacteria
Bacteria are increasingly becoming resistant to antibiotics. By combining antibiotics with the cannabis compound, cannabidiol, researchers have found a way to enhance the antibiotic effect.
New research
10.03.2020
SDU intensifies its research in artificial skin
Researchers want to develop and 3D print skin for humans. The Novo Nordisk Foundation provides DKK 15 million for a new research project.
09.03.2020
Closing in on liver fibrosis: Detailing the fibrosis process at unprecedented resolution
Today, there is no effective way to treat liver fibrosis. In a new study, researchers from the University of Southern Denmark, SDU, present a new technology to investigate the cellular processes as they change during fibrosis development. Key findings are being validated in studies of human patients, paving the way for possible novel diagnostics and treatments.
Grants
23.01.2020
Phantom genes keep diabetes at bay
Until now, the purpose of a ‘phantom gene’ was largely unknown. New research suggests that it helps to ensure a healthy metabolism and could be involved in the development of lifestyle diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D).
News from the faculty
Department of Clinical and Preventive Dentistry
20.05.2026
New management team appointed at the Department of Clinical and Preventive Dentistry
Jakob Grauslund has been appointed acting head of the Department of Clinical and Preventive Dentistry. At the same time, an interim management group has been established to ensure continued progress in the development of SDU’s new dentistry and dental hygiene programmes.
Lecturer of the Year 2026
12.05.2026
Pernille Hviid named SUND’s Teacher of the Year 2026
Students highlight Pernille’s ability to create engaging teaching with a strong connection between theory and practice. She has now been named Teacher of the Year at SUND.
Teaching award 2026
05.05.2026
Here are the nominees for SUND’s teaching award 2026
Five lecturers have been nominated for this year’s teaching award at SUND. What they share is a high level of academic expertise, strong engagement, and teaching that makes a noticeable difference for students.
Christmas 2026
05.05.2026
New shared concept for Christmas gifts for employees at the Faculty of Health Sciences
The Faculty of Health Sciences will in future prioritise shared Christmas activities over individual Christmas gifts. The aim is to create greater equity across the faculty, strengthen the sense of community among staff, and promote sustainability.
SUND
28.04.2026
Avoid staying in the SUND building on 2–3 May 2026
The alarm system in the SUND building will be tested on Saturday 2 May and Sunday 3 May. This may result in significant noise disturbance.
Festival of Research 2026
22.04.2026
4,500 visitors at the Festival of Research at SDU in Odense
With strong public interest and a high level of activity throughout the day, this year’s event was a clear success for both visitors and researchers.
Open Research Day 2026
20.04.2026
Join us for Open Research Day 2026
Join us for Open Research Day 2026. 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.
Festival of Research 2026
09.04.2026
Have you booked your free tickets for the Festival of Research?
The vast majority of the 60 activities at the Festival of Research at SDU in Odense on Saturday 18 April do not require tickets and run throughout the day, but a few events do require a ticket. See which ones here.
Degree
27.03.2026
Sports and Health to become new signature degree programme at SDU
The bachelor’s degree programme in Sports and Health at the University of Southern Denmark will, from 2026, become part of SDU’s specially selected signature degree programmes. This marks an important step in the effort to develop degree programmes of high academic quality, with strong study environments and a close link to research and society.
Festival of Research 2026
26.03.2026
Experience SUND at the Festival of Research 2026
On Saturday 18 April, you can experience the Festival of Research at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense – where researchers from the Faculty of Health Sciences are ready with a programme full of knowledge, debate and activities for both children and adults.
News from SDU
MedTech Odense
26.05.2026
Another major funding boost for the medtech field
MedTech Odense is launching two new calls - Need & Idea and Proof & Validation – which support research-driven innovation on the journey from idea to patient.
Salary
26.05.2026
Pay increase and changes to your May payslip
Your May payslip includes two changes: a pay increase and payment of special holiday allowance.
Equality & Inclusion
22.05.2026
IGAB visit: External experts advise SDU on strengthening equality and inclusion
In late April, SDU welcomed its International Gender Advisory Board (IGAB) to share experiences and discuss how equality and inclusion can be built earlier and more systematically into decision-making—while strengthening leadership capacity across the organisation.
EPICUR
20.05.2026
EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme 2026 – new opportunities for SDU researchers
The EPICUR Seed Funding Scheme is a joint, coordinated effort between EPICUR partner universities to strengthen research collaborations across the alliance. EPICUR is now opening applications for the 2026 edition of the scheme.
EPICUR
13.05.2026
EPICUR Staff Week in Odense 20-22 October 2026
Three days focusing on designing education that empowers students to create value in workplace and society
SDU Vejle
12.05.2026
Winning team selected: New collaboration to shape university and new neighbourhood at Nordkajen
Vejle Municipality and the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have named the winning team in a project competition that will set the direction for a new university and the development of Nordkajen.
Memorial service - NB: new location
05.05.2026
Memorial service for Thomas Buchvald Vind
A memorial service for University Director Thomas Buchvald Vind will be held on Thursday, 7 May at 2:00 PM.
SDU - Sønderborg
05.05.2026
Denmark launches energy-efficient AI supercomputer that reuses waste heat in local energy system
The University of Southern Denmark, in collaboration with Danfoss and HPE, is bringing a new national AI supercomputer online, enabling Danish universities to handle large data volumes and advanced AI models within a single shared infrastructure. At the same time, the project demonstrates a new model for how AI infrastructure can be built more energy-efficiently at global scale by integrating data centers into energy systems and reusing waste heat.
SDU - Esbjerg
04.05.2026
SDU puts distinctive villa in Esbjerg into use
The University of Southern Denmark has now officially taken possession of Langlihus at Sædding Strandvej 18 in Esbjerg. The handover was marked at a reception in the villa on 4 May. The property was donated to SDU in 2025 by the Henning G. Kruse Foundation and will now be the setting for a number of academic activities.
Friday café
04.05.2026
Don't miss the Friday café for all SDU employees 8 May
Last month, we premiered our Friday Café for employees. The support was overwhelming, and we are ready with the next café: Friday 8 May at 15-18