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Food

If we are to feed the growing population, we need to make food production more sustainable.
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Green transportation

The transportation sector is emitting more and more CO2 from cars, trucks, airplanes and shipping. To reverse this trend, more of the known solutions and technologies need to come into play.

Artificial intelligence

Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have never been faster. The technology seems to hold almost unlimited potential, and it is hard to imagine where it will all end.

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When AI is used for wishful thinking

There is good reason to be sceptical when people suggest that new technologies could pave the way for massive job cuts.

DTU President: “Young women should be able to see that DTU is for everyone who can and will – regardless of gender”

Evidence suggests that role models can help attract more women to fields where men are the majority. For that reason, DTU President Anders Bjarklev believes it is essential to shine a light on some of the women who make a difference at DTU.
Postdoc Mikkel Anbo studies bacteria in the laboratory at the DTU National Food Institute

Antibiotic resistance can vary depending on where the bacteria live

Antibiotic susceptibility in resistant bacteria is not static. New research shows that bacteria harbouring resistance genes may respond differently to antibiotics if they are tested under conditions other than those used in standard laboratory assays. This may affect how well an antibiotic treatment works.

You can now become an engineer at DTU in Risø

The production of future sustainable solutions will form the foundation of the new Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering, BEng, which will be based at DTU Risø Campus.
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Through a number of current topics, we focus on how DTU's research creates value for society and people and delivers technical solutions to the major societal challenges.
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23 April 2026

New technology makes it possible to expand the electricity grid to include more green energy sources

The electricity grid is facing capacity constraints, both in Denmark and abroad. Hybrid power plants can help address the challenge of connecting more wind turbines and solar panels.

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23 April 2026

DTU Commemoration behind the scenes

When guests arrive at DTU Commemoration, everything is ready. But behind the celebrations lies extensive work that begins long before—and continues throughout. Meet some of the people who make DTU Commemoration run smoothly behind the scenes.

09 April 2026

Students help shape the study environment of the future: “There is huge potential”

How do you create an attractive study environment at DTU Risø Campus? Several groups of Bachelor of Engineering students have chosen to investigate this as part of their studies.

01 April 2026

The DSE Fair opens the door to the business world

DTU’s annual job and career fair attracts around 10,000 visitors and creates an inspiring environment where students and recent graduates can build relationships, gain experience, and discover new opportunities.
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DTU Commemoration 2026

24. Apr 17:00 - 25. Apr 04:00 | One of the absolute highlights of the year is the DTU Commemoration – an afternoon and evening where the university dons its festive attire and invites students, employees, and partners to a solemn and festive gathering.

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Shall we secure the resources of the future - together?

28. Apr 09:30 - 29. Apr 16:00 | Meet DTU’s Centre for remanufacturing at the LOOP Forum in Copenhagen - participation is free.

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Join us for a conference on global crisis and everyday responsibility

28. Apr 17:30 - 20:30 | Science City Lyngby brings together authorities, experts and business leaders for a conference focusing on risk preparedness. All interested parties are welcome to learn more about what to do when the crisis hits.

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PhD defence by Marc Bernet Garcia, Industrial PhD

29. Apr 13:00 - 15:00 | On 29 April 2026, Marc Bernet Garcia, Industrial ph.d. will defend his thesis ‘High volume nanofabrication of advanced transmission gratings’.

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