About the Department Our research is translational and aims to generate new knowledge that can be used in the prevention and treatment of various diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and cancer.
Innovation and collaboration We have a strong tradition of collaboration with the clinical sector and the industry. We are always seeking new opportunities for collaborations and for initiating innovative research projects.
New method enables researchers to investigate the cause of heart diseases Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have developed a groundbreaking method that allows for the analysis of thousands of proteins in heart tissue.
Jannick Prentø appointed Associate Professor at Department of Biomedical Sciences As of 1 October 2025, Jannick Prentø will be a part of Department of Biomedical Sciences (BMI) as a temporary Associate Professor. Jannick was previously affiliated with Department of Immunology and Microbiology (ISIM)…
The brain continues to flush out waste products far into old age Every day the brain produces around half a litre of fluid, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which protects the brain from injuries and is responsible for nutrient delivery and waste product removal from the brain cells.
