Earth system 2023.09.12 Scientists warn: The Earth's 'blood pressure' is too high A new study updates the planetary boundary framework and shows human activities are increasingly impacting the planet and, thereby, increasing the risk of triggering dramatic changes in overall Earth conditions.
DNA 2023.09.08 Who were the "liberated" Africans from St. Helena? Mystery unravelled A new study analyzing ancient DNA shed light on the origin and identity of enslaved Africans who the British Royal Navy ‘liberated’ and moved to the South Atlantic island of St Helena.
The brain 2023.09.06 Activity is important for your brain – and for the prevention of Alzheimer's Exercising and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are some of the ways in which we can keep our blood vessels flexible, enabling them to retain the ability to pump blood around the body. This is not only important for the…
Drought 2023.09.04 Extreme climate conditions in the tropical Pacific for over 200 years A wave of extreme weather washes over the world. Not long ago we had similar extreme climatic conditions for over 200 years, a new study indicates. This insight may help us prepare us for the global warming under way.
Spinout 2023.08.30 Novo Nordisk buys CBMR biotech spinout to acquire their novel approach for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes Researchers from University of Copenhagen discovered a target that suppresses hunger, stimulates calorie burning and increases insulin sensitivity. The spinout Embark Biotech has now been acquired by Novo Nordisk
The brain 2023.08.24 New brain cells can replace diseased and aged cells. That may help people with severe brain diseases Diseases such as Huntington's disease, ALS, and schizophrenia, are debilitating and difficult to treat. Now, research suggests that the diseased brain cells can be replaced with new ones, offering hope for effective…
DNA 2023.08.21 Cotton buds reveal biodiversity in rainforests Cotton buds reveal biodiversity in rainforests. Read about a study from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen
The heart 2023.08.16 Surprisingly large network of proteins are responsible for the heartbeat The first mapping of the heart's crucial ion channels reveals a surprisingly extensive network of proteins. This understanding is the first step towards more precise treatment for patients with cardiac arrhythmias.
2023.07.31 First surgical 'Nobel Prize' goes to a Professor from UCPH Professor Henrik Kehlet from the faculty of Health and Medical Sciences receives new, international prize for his pioneering efforts in ensuring that patients all over the world have a smooth surgical experience.
Virus 2023.07.26 Deadly virus hides from the immune system. Now part of the puzzle is solved In the past, it has been a mystery how the Hepatitis C virus evades the human body's immune system. But now, a research team has discovered how the clever virus does it.
The brain 2023.07.15 Nerve cells in the brain can halt all movement – even breathing A group of nerve cells in the brain has the remarkable ability to completely stop all forms of movement, a new mouse study shows. The discovery provides valuable insight into how the nervous system can control our…
Bile acid diarrhoea 2023.07.04 Thousands suffer from tabooed disease. New method makes it easier to identify the right treatment More than 10 urgent visits to the bathroom a day due to diarrhoea can make it virtually impossible to lead a normal life. But new research can help doctors diagnose bile acid diarrhoea and find the right treatment.
Grant 2023.07.03 Research in mental health receives a huge boost With a significant grant of EUR 7 million, researchers aim to provide mental health prevention and promotion interventions for the European population.
cardiovascular disease 2023.06.29 Vegetables and legumes can prevent heart conditions A vegetarian or vegan diet can help prevent high cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, which is the most frequent cause of death among people above the age of 50.
Mouth bacteria 2023.06.29 Bacteria from your mouth can end up in your brain. Now dentists at Rigshospitalet have to examine patients more often Bacteria in your mouth can cause diseases in other parts of the body. New research from the Department of Odontology at the University of Copenhagen helps change treatment procedures at Rigshospitalet.
Earth 2023.06.22 Earth was created faster than we thought. This makes the chance of other habitable planets in the Universe more likely Over the past decades, researchers thought Earth was created over a period of more than 100 million years. However, a new study from UCPH suggests that the creation of Earth was much more rapid, and that water and other…
KFJ Awards 2023.06.21 “Even if your initial strategy does not succeed, it is essential not to lose hope. Instead, seek alternative solutions" Two esteemed researchers from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen have been awarded the prestigious KFJ Award. This honour, granted annually by the Kirsten and Freddy Johansens…
KFJ Awards 2023.06.21 “The beauty of research is that you’re trying to make a discovery that nobody else in the world has ever made before” Two researchers from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen are honoured with the prestigious KFJ prize, which is awarded every year by the Kirsten and Freddy Johansen Foundation for…
Cancer 2023.06.20 Hidden mechanism connects cancer and diabetes Insulin resistance is usually associated with type 2 diabetes. Now researchers have found it in cancer patients and learned that it can cause cancer to spread faster.
Award 2023.06.19 Brain scientist receives the Anders Jahre Award for discovering the brain’s cleaning system Professor Maiken Nedergaard receives the prestigious medical Anders Jahre Award 2023 for her ground-breaking brain research which has led to the discovery and description the brain’s cleaning system, the glymphatic…
Ancient migration 2023.06.15 Modern humans arrived in Southeast Asia 40,000 years earlier than we thought An international research team jointly lead by Globe Institute show one of the earliest modern humans migrations out of Africa.