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
Summer greeting from the Dean
02.07.2025
Summer greeting from Dean Ole Skøtt: A heartfelt thank you and major steps forward
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.
Education Strategy 2030
27.06.2025
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.
SUND at Folkemødet 2025
26.06.2025
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.
SUND
25.06.2025
Avoid staying in the SUND Building on 31 August 2025.
The alarm system in the SUND Building will be tested on 31 August. This may cause significant noise disturbances.
HEALTH Updates
12.06.2025
Registration is open: Join 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.
Open Research Day 2025
03.06.2025
Join us for 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.
SUND
27.05.2025
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.
SUND
27.05.2025
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.
SUND
26.05.2025
Latest news from the Gender Equality Council 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.
Teacher of the Year 2025
22.05.2025
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.
News from SDU
Applications 2025
05.07.2025
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.
SDU IT
04.07.2025
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
Staffing
04.07.2025
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.
The Contemplation Room in Odense
30.06.2025
SDU closes its contemplation room permanently
On 30 June 2025, the management at SDU decided to close the contemplation room permanently.
Status for the Restructuring
26.06.2025
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?
EPICUR
26.06.2025
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.
26.06.2025
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
Research policy
25.06.2025
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.
RANKING 2025
25.06.2025
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.
Savings
24.06.2025
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.