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An astronomical riddle
Chamilla Terp has unraveled a puzzle that experienced astrophysicists have long struggled to solve.
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Cutting-edge research that delivers real-time impact on society
Claus Thustrup Kreiner on how CEBI generates community impact and relevance.
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Looking Back to Gain a Full Perspective as You Move Forward
We can only understand the present and shape the future by understanding the past.
Conversation with center leader Rubina Raja.

A Historical Outlook
Conversation with professor Mette Birkedal Bruun about how the humanities can create value for and have an impact on the world outside the DNRF research center.
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A farewell to the CEO
“It was not my idea that I should apply for the job as director of the foundation. I did not see it coming,” said Søren-Peter […]
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A legal revolution
How has innovation evolved at our basic research centers established within the humanities and social sciences?
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The climate-friendly cow
The third-place winner of the 2024 Photo Competition is looking into how ruminants digest feed to help cut down their methane emissions.
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CEO for the Danish National Research Foundation
The DNRF is seeking an experienced and ambitious CEO with strong leadership skills to head the Foundation’s operating activities and set and reach long-term strategic […]
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Nine wise pieces of advice for the creative research process
The DNRF has published a new inspirational publication that contributes to a current debate on the power of ideas in research. A theme that the online media Science Report has been focusing on in the recent weeks.
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Plans for the Future
Today, Dorthe Dahl-Jensen takes over as chair of the DNRF. Read here, what she would like to focus on now, and in the years to come.
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New Chairman of the DNRF
For decades, Dahl-Jensen has been at the forefront of research related to ice core drilling and Arctic sea ice. As a glaciologist, she has helped […]
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Fostering a sustainable transition of agriculture
How do we motivate farmers to undertake solutions that foster a sustainable transition of agriculture? There are, of course, many answers to this question. At […]
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The DNRF’s annual report 2023
In the report, you can read about the DNRF’s activities and finances, including: 2023 highlights from the foundation (see excerpts below) Status on round 12…
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The DNRF’s Annual Report 2022
The annual report 2022 of the Danish National Research Foundation is now available and can be downloaded below. In the report, you can read about…
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A microscopic organism with great potential wins 2. prize in the DNRF’s Photo Competition 2023
“It is a rare sight,” said Professor Mathias Middelboe about his photo, which won second place in the DNRF’s Photo Competition 2023. Photo: Mathias Middelboe.…
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