University of Southern Denmark

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SDU is part of global initiative to bring mathematical certainty to modern computing and artificial intelligence

The University of Southern Denmark and Professor Fabrizio Montesi from the Centre for Formal Methods and Future Computing have a leading role in a new international initiative.

SDU tests rescue drones in the Arctic

Together with the Alexandra Institute and the Joint Arctic Command, drone researchers from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) have tested drones for rescue operations in Greenland and collected data for AI models that can help locate people in distress.

Innovation - Feb 24

What can we learn from demographic concerns of the past?

The welfare system will come under pressure as the proportion of young people decreases and the proportion of older people increases. Professor Paul Sharp puts today's challenges into a historical perspective ahead of the SDU event 'Fewer young people, more older people: On the brink of the abyss?' on 12 March 2026.

Health - Feb 19

Newly discovered virus linked to colorectal cancer

Researchers from the University of Southern Denmark have identified a new virus in a common gut bacterium. The virus is found significantly more often in patients with colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the Western world and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths.

Researchers’ algorithm could become an important step towards privacy in the age of AI

If you, as a user, want to protect your privacy, it is not enough to ask tech companies to delete your data. What the companies' AI models have learned from that data must also be unlearned. Researchers from SDU Applied AI and Data Science have now found a way to do this without weakening model performance.

Health - Mar 3

Tool can improve treatment outcomes for patients with high blood pressure and cholesterol

Communication tool can improve treatment outcomes for patients with high blood pressure and cholesterol A new study from the University of Southern Denmark shows that when people are given a clear and concrete understanding of their heart health alongside their usual treatment, they can achieve significant improvements in blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Jan Nordby Gretlund, Remembered

Jan Nordby Gretlund was a distinguished scholar and a generous colleague who left a clear mark on SDU through his passion for American literature and his infectious enthusiasm. Jan Nordby Gretlund (1942-2026), Remembered Jan Nordby Gretlund passed away on February 21, 2026.

Pharmacology - Feb 18

5 things you should know about the medicine in your home

Over-the-counter or prescription? Most of us have one or more medicinal products lying around at home. Here is a guide to handling your home pharmacy responsibly. What should you do with unused medicine? .

Health - Jan 29

Health Innovation Day highlighted research with real-world impact

At Health Innovation Day 2026, researchers, foundations and health sector stakeholders gathered at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) to explore how health research can create societal value. A newly announced national agreement on innovation provided a timely backdrop for the day's discussions.