DTU honours world-class research

In the past year, 28 DTU researchers have received individual excellence grants. In total, they have received DKK 449 million. Yesterday, they were honoured for their world-class research, ranging from examining microstructures in 3D-printed metal to explore magnetic fields in stars and studying how electrons and ions move in batteries to avoid degradation.

The joint celebration took place in the Glass Hall at DTU with around 75 guests attending. Rasmus Larsen—DTU Executive Vice President and Provost—hosted the event: In his speech to the laureates, he said:

“Your research will affect the lives of many people in one way or another. And along the way, you’ll create vibrant and creative research environments across DTU.”

“The grants are important to your research and careers. At the same time, they shed light on DTU and our goal of creating technology for the people. You show us that DTU is a place for excellent research. This makes DTU a university that can attract more students and excellent international researchers. I am proud of your contribution to DTU’s mission of creating new knowledge and technology for the benefit of society.”

Speeches and socializing

The celebration also featured a speech by Associate Professor Julia Kirch Kirkegaard from DTU Wind and Energy Systems. In 2023, she received both an Independent Research Fund Denmark Sapere Aude grant and an ERC Starting Grant within the field of Science & Technology Studies (STS) for her research project ‘Good-by-Devicing—Probing how value comes to matter in the energy transition’.

Associate Professor Erwin Schoof from DTU Bioengineering also gave a presentation. He has previously received an Independent Research Fund Denmark Sapere Aude grant and a Villum Young Investigator grant. Last year, he received a Lundbeck Fellowship, for which he will conduct research into key proteins in blood cells for cancer treatment.

The afternoon was wrapped up with a pleasant get-together where grant recipients and guests had the opportunity to socialize with each other across departments and academic fields.