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Master's programme in quantum computing at SDU receives million DKK support from the Ministry

The Ministry of Higher Education and Science grants DKK 6 million to three projects aimed at strengthening quantum talent in Denmark. Two of the three projects take place at the University of Southern Denmark, including the Master's programme in quantum computing.

Vejle becomes a university city: SDU is establishing a campus focusing on IT and STEM programmes

The ambitions have been present since 2021 and now they are becoming a reality. The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) can now announce its historic decision to establish a new campus in Vejle, dedicated to IT and STEM education, with support from the LEGO Group and Vejle Municipality.

Making Data Digestible: A Journey into Data Science

David Nhan Thien Nguyen has always been intrigued by the challenge of turning raw information into something meaningful. Today, with a master’s degree in Data Science, he’s found a role that fits perfectly.

Professor Francesco Sannino appointed as Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Physics

Professor Francesco Sannino has assumed the role of Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious journal Annals of Physics of Elsevier beginning September 1, 2024. Sannino brings a wealth of expertise and vision to this role, continuing the journal's tradition of publishing groundbreaking research in the field of theoretical physics.

SPHINCS+ digital signature algorithm becomes post-quantum cryptography standard – SDU professor is co-creator

Quantum computers pose severe future challenges to current network security. After years of collaborative effort by researchers from around the globe, several new standards have now been released for use.

SDU Professor Plays a Key Role in a Historically Large Research Program

The University of Southern Denmark's Center for Research in Science Education and Communication, led by Professor Connie Svabo, is a strategic partner in the newly established Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for University Science Education, which, with a grant of 125 million DKK from the Novo Nordisk Foundation, represents one of the largest investments in science didactics research on a global scale.

Denmark’s new quantum-secure network starts in a forest

Researchers and technicians are laying a cornerstone to secure Denmark’s leadership in quantum communication while also protecting against the threat posed by quantum computers in the wrong hands.

Sapere Aude grant to Konstantin Wernli

Konstantin Wernli from Centre for Quantum Mathematics, IMADA, has received DKK 6,2 million from Independent Research Fund Denmark to start his own research group.

Innovation Fund Denmark invests in the development of a topological fault tolerant quantum computer

Innovation Fund Denmark has just signed an investment agreement with the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) for a 5-year research project: TopQC2X – Topological Photonic Quantum Computing and its applications with the project total of DKK 23,7 million.

New Honorary Fellow at University of Southern Denmark

Darlene Cavalier has been appointed by the Faculty of Science in collaboration with Citizen Science Knowledge Center as an Honorary Fellow for a 5-year period.

Have you used a supercomputer today?

Supercomputers are ready to boost your research both here at SDU and at a number of other Danish universities. But what difference can supercomputers make? This was the focus when the Danish e-infrastructure Consortium (DeiC) visited SDU.

You Lost to the Girl?!

A Portrait of Joan Boyar, Recently Retired Professor in Computer Science at IMADA.

When is something artificial intelligence?

Is artificial intelligence really as intelligent as we think? PhD student Jonas Vistrup from the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, SDU, challenges our perception of AI in this feature article. From ELIZA to ChatGPT, gain insight into what really makes a machine intelligent.

What we know and understand, we care for

The stay-at-home mom and sustainability enthusiast who chose to use her powers for research in science education. An interview with Katrine Bergkvist Borch, PhD student at the Research Center for Science Education and Communication at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, SDU.

Opening of Quantum Field Theory Center

Professor Francesco Sannino opened the doors with a meditative invitation on 20 November 2023, when the Quantum Field Theory Center became part of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark. The centre promises groundbreaking research and the seeds of tomorrow’s technologies.

Fabian Haiden, IMADA, is new Sapere Aude Research leader

With a grant of DKK 6.192.000, Fabian Haiden can now start his own research group

EU grant to revolutionise the programming of connected computer systems

With an EU grant of about 2 million Euros, computer science professor Fabrizio Montesi can now significantly advance his dream of creating a new programming system that improves the exchange of data between connected computers. This will result in better operation and security when we log into apps and systems.

Cybersecurity in the Supply Chain: How Prepared is Your Business?

A new initiative is underway to bolster cybersecurity among Danish manufacturing companies, equipping them to effectively navigate cyber threats and geopolitical challenges. Explore further in this feature article.

Huge computer simulation will show us how elementary particles dance with each other

The elementary particles are the smallest building blocks we know. The way they interact with each other is crucial to how you, your dog, the Earth and everything else in the universe is created. Now a gigantic computer simulation will take a snapshot of elementary particles dancing with each other.

Explore the depths of maths with Keith Devlin’s models and their magic

Dive into the depths of mathematics with Keith Devlin’s inspiring inaugural lecture at IMADA and discover how models shape the way we think. And find out how even ‘fake’ models can have immense value in our creative process.

Researchers want to safeguard small businesses against cyber threats

The changing threat landscape increases the need for companies to upgrade their cyber security, and a new research project at SDU will help small and medium-sized enterprises with this task.

Stanford Mathematician to be Adjunct Professor at SDU

Can there be a (mathematically-grounded) “physics” of learning?" is the title of Dr. Keith Devlins Inaugural Lecture as an Adjunct Professor at IMADA

The Budding Writer who Embarked on a Journey into Sensuous Mathematics

An interview with Amalie Thorup Eich-Høy, who is a Ph.D. student at the Research Center for Science Education and Communication at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, SDU.

SDU professor achieve largest and most prestigious grant in both Europe and USA

Ivy League universities and SDU professor collaborate to explore new structures in math and physics with support from the Simons Foundation.

Profile interview: Connie Svabo

As a child, Connie Svabo, IMADA, dreamed about becoming a cleaning lady. That didn't happen: in stead she became a professor and director of Centre for Research in Science Education and Communication. Read more about her childhood fascination with cleaning and why she has a megaphone and a collection of extra large plastic insect in her office.

Danish researchers get easier access to supercomputers with new national portal

The portal provides simpler options for using different supercomputer systems in Denmark and EU.

What is artificial intelligence – and what influence will the technology have in our society?

We asked our expert in artificial intelligence, researcher and associate professor Luís Cruz-Filipe, who is also head of the Bachelor's programme Artificial Intelligence at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense, to answer that question.

2022 Teaching Prize goes to Lene Monrad Favrholdt

The Teaching Prize is awarded to a lecturer who has excelled exceptionally well by delivering motivating and committed teaching of the highest quality.

Exciting new climate modelling using quantum computing subroutines

SDU and DMI partner in exploring applications of quantum mathematics in climate & weather models

Grant will make your clicks more transparent

You’re constantly using apps and websites on your smartphone, tablet, PC or other digital devices. These applications collect information about you and your behavior, but we know too little about how this data is used, shared, and sold. Professor of Computer Science at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Fabrizio Montesi and Professor of Political Communication at the Digital Democracy Centre Claes de Vreese have just received a 3 million DKK grant from the VILLUM FOUNDATION to make your clicks more transparent and accessible.

With quantum computers, hackers can access all your sensitive information

Quantum computers are coming, and they will benefit society. But they also have a downside: their superior computing power can break today’s protection of sensitive electronic information on conventional computers. Help is on its way.

A new semester is beginning at IMADA

“To feel the mathematics in my hands again …”

Can math help us understand the gut system of obese people?

Obesity has become a global epidemic and there is no effective cure yet. Some evidence indicates that the bacterial composition of our intestinal system plays a role. A new research project will use advanced math and computer science to investigate.

NIST Announces First Four Quantum-Resistant Cryptographic Algorithm

Ruben Niederhagen, Assistant professor at IMADA, has been contributing to one of the winning projects.

Horizon Europe grant for Centre for Quantum Mathematics

The Centre for Quantum Mathematics has received a €3 million grant from the EU Horizon Europe programme for the project “Scalable Continuous Variable Cluster State Quantum Technologies” (CLUSTEC) together Europe’s leading hardware research teams in this field.

Quantum math takes on contemporary art with a VR donut

Virtual Reality - VR - has made a serious entrance into the art scene in recent years. And now the Center for Quantum Mathematics (QM) is putting on its Virtual Reality glasses and participating in a large interactive VR artwork, TORUS (Act 1), by Sophie Hjerl.

IMADA: From zero to 100 in 50 years

In 50 years, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark has grown from nothing to an institution with 100 staff, 750 students and world-class research. This is the story of how IMADA went from being an idea to setting the global agenda in research and education.

Cyber expert: Hackers can increase Russians' awareness of the war in Ukraine

Opinion of cyber security expert after Ukraine has urged hackers around the world to help: The Russian army in Ukraine is a difficult target for hackers. Hacking of systems affecting ordinary Russians daily life may have greater effect.

Welcome to Fabian Haiden

IMADA welcomes Assistant Professor Fabian Haiden to the Centre for Quantum Mathematics and the Topology, Algebra, Analysis and Geometry Group.

VILLUM Young Investigator from Harvard to SDU

Harvard University postdoc, Du Pei, moves this summer to SDU to join the Centre for Quantum Mathematics already awarded one of the prestigious Young Investigator grants from VILLUM FONDEN.

Carnivores are more prone to cancer

A new study on cancer risk across mammals in zoos shows. Researchers also find that ungulates appear resistant to the disease. Could they hold clues to natural, non-toxic cancer treatments for humans?

Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen receives a royal Order

Director of the Centre for Quantum Mathematics at IMADA, Professor Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen has been designated Knight of the Order of Dannebrog by the Danish Queen. The Order of Dannebrog is a Royal Order of Chivalry given by the Danish Monarchy.

Carlsberg grant for Sophie Emma Mikkelsen

2 years as a postdoc in Prague

Do you want to go to a museum on the computer?

More and more cultural institutions are going online, and after the Covid-19 lockdowns, the EU wants to make our common cultural heritage more digitally accessible to the many who cannot visit the sites physically. At SDU computer scientist Stefan Jänicke is finding new digital ways to communicate cultural heritage for example with the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.

Sapere Aude grant for Jamie Gabe

Breakthrough techniques will be researched in order to obtain classification of more general amenable C * algebras, by classifying how C * algebras relate to each other

Article about gorillas and COVID-19 has been withdrawn

Researchers conducting the study on how COVID-19 can affect the population of wild gorillas have chosen to withdraw the scientific publication citing the need to conduct furhter studies. Therefore, SDU has also chosen to withdraw the article about the study as of 12 December 2021.

The high school teacher who became a top researcher

Huge grant for Daniel Merkle

46,2 mio from the Novo Nordisk Foundation Challenge Programme

2 grants from IFRD

In the latest round both Arthur Zimek and the OP-ALG group received grants from The Independent Research Fund Denmark

Digital Tech Summit

All Danish universities join forces for the largest research and tech fair in the Nordic region.

Esteemed mathematician to SDU

American Professor Vivek Shende establishes a research group at the University of Southern Denmark. He is funded by three Danish foundations as part of their efforts to attract international capacities to Denmark. Most recently the Villum Foundation has granted him 25 mil DKK. to research the mysteries of superstrings.

Danish and European challenges in cybersecurity will secure the digital future

Aaaargh, this is driving me nuts!!!

Most digitizations are intended to make everyday life easier for users but can also lead to frustration and powerlessness.

New SDU professor draws in two starting grants

World class researcher from UC Berkeley, Vivek Shende joins the Centre for Quantum Mathematics, IMADA, with two major grants. Shende is awarded a prestigious DNRF Chair grant from the Danish National Research Foundation and a Start Package Grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation.

Centre for Quantum Mathematics joins IMADA

IMADA is thrilled to welcome the world elite Center for Quantum Mathematics, led by Professor and D-IAS Chair Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen. From 1 January 2021 QM will join the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (IMADA) at the Faculty of Science. All centre employees as well as all activities are included in the move.

A good story makes math problems more relevant

Professor Claus Michelsen is an author of math teaching material and likes to write small stories to accompany his math problems. He recently published a new set of math stories and problems.

Professor Fabrizio Montesi receives DKK 7.1 million for basic research in Computer Science

Fabrizio Montesi, professor of Computer Science at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), has received the prestigious Villum Foundation's Villum Young Investigator grant, for a total of DKK 7.1 million.

Companies want to learn more about algorithms and efficiency

Professor Rolf Fagerberg holds a one-day course for Hesehus

SDU joins the Danish Hub for Cybersecurity in collaboration with the LEGO Group

New national initiative for cybersecurity becomes platform for tight collaborations between industry and universities.

New research project in collaboration with Ordbogen.com to develop an artificial language brain

Researchers from the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science will develop a language brain based on artificial intelligence. It will function as an intelligent tool that helps writers compose texts in languages other than the writer's native language.

How to validate artificial intelligence

One of the challenges with robots based on artificial intelligence is to ensure that the robot does not suddenly do anything unexpected that can have major consequences. Researchers from SDU are working on creating a new method for validating artificial intelligence.

Camps for high school students

Also a Computer Science Camp and a Mathematics Camp

Company project

Applied mathematics student made bachelor project with the company Newtec

New mathematical model can help save endangered species

One of the greatest challenges in saving endangered species is to predict if an animal population will die out. Accurate and reliable models are crucial for conservationists.

Problems, piano and mathematics

When Jens Kaad finished high school, he wanted to go to the conservatory to play the piano, but first he wanted to get a sniff at the world of mathematics. Mathematics absorbed him, and today he is an Associate Professor at IMADA.

Patients should have more control of their own data

Computer scientists want to improve patient data safety

Joan Boyar gives distinguished lecture in Manitoba

DFF grant to Michele Della Morte

Associate professor Michele Della Morte has been awarded a grant of 2.6 million kroner by the Independent Research Fund Denmark

6 new professors

The Dean has approved the recommendations

3 grants from The Danish Council for Independent Research

Joan Boyar, Jørgen Bang-Jensen and Wojciech Szymanski are the grantees

Winner of the annual Cozzarelli Prize

Prize awarded to Fernando Colchero

Dagstuhl Seminar Algorithmic Cheminformatics

Organized by Daniel Merkle and Jakob Lykke Andersen

Tens of thousands of new tricks for existing drugs – Which drugs can we use for different diseases than initially intended for?

Thousands of drugs have the potential to be effective against other diseases than they were developed for. New scientific work by Jan Baumbach among others points to ca. 30.000 such cases. One is currently used to treat schizophrenia but holds great potential for treating tuberculosis as well.

The beacon project: Open Data Experimentarium

Before the summer, SDU established the beacon project Open Data Experimentarium (ODEx). Together with two other beacon projects, Drones and Welfare Innovation, ODEx represents a strategic effort from SDU in engaging with society.

5 new staff members

We welcome a professor, an associate professor and three assistant professors

New research project to learn about life from big data

Associate Professor Jan Baumbach, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, has received 6,400,000 DKK for Villum Foundation's Young Investigator Programme.

IMADA MSc student publishes in prestigious conference for algorithms for computational biology

Bent Jørgensen deceased

New Adjunct Associate Professor

Fabio Vandin has accepted the title

Uffe Haagerup Memorial Symposium

24 November 2015 At University of Southern Denmark

New tool: How to get meaningful information out of big data

Every second trillions of data bits are accumulated and stored. All these data bits make no sense if you don´t know how to sort them. Now SDU researchers present a tool that helps researchers sort data and retrieve meaningful knowledge from the data jungle, presenting their work in the journal Nature Methods.

Symposium honoring Uffe Haagerup

To take place next year in Copenhagen

Best PhD Dissertation Award 2014

For Fabrizio Montesi

One of the leading Danish mathematicians has passed away

Uffe Haagerup, who died on 5 July 2015, was a professor of mathematics at the University of Southern Denmark.

Best paper award

to Yongluan Zhou at DASFAA 2015

Travel stipend to Christian Kudahl

The Stibo Foundation enables research stay for PhD student at ETH in Switzerland

We welcome Bartosz Kwasniewski

The grant from EU-FP7-People enables research in operator algebra

Grant to mathematicians

The Villum Foundation supports research in the intersection between analysis and algebra

3 new assistant professors

We welcome Richard Röttger, Morten Rask Petersen and Fabrizio Montesi

Large turn-out for workshop on online algorithms

50 computer scientists meet to discuss the newest developments in the field

The Breath Analyzer - diagnostics of the future

The technique is being developed and improved by associate professor Jan Baumbach, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark.

Grant from Villum Foundation

Yuri Goegebeur receives research funds

Award for Peter Kornerup

for best computer science paper

IMADA student to Nottingham

Maria Buhl Hansen studies applied mathematics

Five new staff members

We welcome an assistant professor, a postdoc and three PhD students

4 new staff members in October

We welcome Michele Della Morte, Jing Qin, Vincent Drach and Nicolas Alcaraz

VILLUM FONDEN grant to Online Algorithms group

IMADA researchers receive funding for Phd students and a postdoc

Reported on WIRED

Cheminformatics research collaboration with Martin Hanczyc (FKF) and Daniel Merkle (IMADA)

3 new members of the faculty

We welcome Richa Batra, David Kyed and Ricky Xiaofeng Chen

SDU2020 grant to Jan Baumbach

IMADA computer science researcher takes part in big project

The First Sino-Danish Symposium on Big Data

Took place at University of Southern Denmark on May 21, 2013

New staff

We welcome Markus Nebel, Tammes Scheurer, Fernando Colchero, Kasper Grud Skat Madsen and Muhammad Jamal

Claudio Pica receives Fellowship from The Lundbeck Foundation

The 10 million DKK grant to the IMADA researcher will be spent on trying to find out what the Higgs particle is made of

The computer science group is growing

Welcome to Jan Baumbach