News from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

Grant

2023.10.04

DKK 25 million to development of databases supporting medical research

Two researchers from SUND have collectively received over DKK 25 million from the Novo Nordisk Foundation to develop data systems that enhance medical research.

Award

2023.09.29

Professor Juleen Zierath is awarded the Erhoff Prize 2023

The board of the Erhoff Family Foundation cite Juleen Zierath’s extraordinary publishing record, strong leadership, and commitment to fundamental biomedical research in their justification for awarding her the award and…

Obesity

2023.09.29

Why are we in the middle of an obesity epidemic? Here is a possible explanation

Since 2010, the number of people with obesity in Denmark has doubled, while other countries have seen an even greater increase. But what started this, and what is driving it? Professor Emeritus Thorkild I. A. Sørensen…

Bacteria

2023.09.27

Researchers: "We should not think of the antibiotic resistance crisis as something in the future. It is already here"

Antibiotic resistance is a serious health crisis that is getting far too little attention. In 2019, five million deaths were associated with antibiotic resistance. The solution is both simple and surprisingly difficult…

Antibiotics

2023.09.21

Bacteria like cholera may be crucial in the development of new antibiotics

Bacteria like the cholera bacteria move around in the body through rotations from a hairy appendage on the bacteria.

Drug interactions

2023.09.20

Giant study finds 694 new potentially harmful drug interactions

Data analysis of more than one million Danish inpatients identifies new drug interactions that are associated with mortality, hospital readmission or longer hospital stays.

prize

2023.09.12

Eske Willerslev receives prestigious international prize recognizing his research in human evolution

Professor Eske Willerslev is awarded the prestigious Balzan Prize, becoming one of the first Danes to receive this honour. The prize comes with a grant of 784,000 euros.

Ribosome

2023.09.12

Oldest known molecule surprises researchers. It could lead to new important treatments

Researchers have previously believed that the ribosome, one of the body's most crucial molecular machines, was merely a helper when creating new cells. However, recent research reveals that the ribosome has far greater…

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.