23 SEP Engineer behind first snakebite antivenom made from human antibodies Several researchers from all over the world have attempted to develop snakebite antivenoms from human antibodies. But it took an engineer to make the final breakthrough... Biotechnology Health technology
23 SEP Which bacteria can break down plastic? Microbiologists are testing bacteria from soil, seawater, and wastewater for plastic-degrading properties. Biotechnology Environmental technology
03 SEP DKK 34 million for young researchers Three young DTU researchers have each received one of the coveted European Research Council grants for independent basic research of EUR 1.5 million or just over DKK 11... Enzymes and proteins Synthetic biology Fuel cells Energy storage Hardware and components
19 AUG Start-up to challenge big guns with artificial cannabis substances With its tailored cannabis substances, the biotech start-up Octarine Bio is eyeing the growing market for pain relieving drugs. Biotechnology Health technology
14 JUN DTU promotes health technology programmes With the Advanced Materials and Healthcare Engineering programme, due to start this autumn, DTU now offers seven master’s programmes focusing on health with a technological... Health technology Biotechnology
27 MAY Fungal batteries will store alternative energy Researchers from DTU and Aalborg University receive donation from Novo Nordisk Foundation for the development of biodegradable batteries. Biotechnology Biological systems Energy storage Electricity supply Solar energy Wind energy Electrochemistry Climate adaptation
16 MAY Cancer cell genomes identified using new technology Two cancer cells from the same tumour may have totally different DNA profiles. A new technique to identify them may lead to better treatments. Biotechnology Cells Genes and genomes Health technology
16 MAY Cancer cell genomes identified using new technology Two cancer cells from the same tumour may have totally different DNA profiles. A new technique to identify them may lead to better treatments. Biotechnology Cells Genes and genomes Health technology
11 APR Intestinal bacteria and their genetics determine dietary advice Dietary advice should be more personalized and based on knowledge of the composition of the individual person’s intestinal bacteria. Biotechnology Bacteria and microorganisms Biological systems Genes and genomes Nutrition and dietary habits Health-promoting compounds
05 APR Personalized medicine for children with cancer In a joint project involving Rigshospitalet and DTU, parents of all Danish children with cancer will be given the offer to have the genetic characteristics of their children... Genes and genomes Biotechnology Health technology Health and diseases Computer calculations