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We must learn that brown fruit isn’t bad fruit

We tend to avoid choosing apples with brown spots, assuming that they taste bad. But if we are to end food waste, we’ll need to upend that assumption. UCPH researcher emphasizes that there's nothing wrong with oddly shaped or bruised apples.

Water worlds

The Milky Way may be swarming with planets with oceans and continents

According to a new study from the University of Copenhagen, Earth, Venus and Mars were created from small dust particles containing ice and carbon.

Dental health

Periodontitis increases the risk of bacteria in donor blood

New research from the University of Copenhagen shows an increased risk of bacterial contamination in donated blood if the donor suffers from periodontitis. Still, it is considered safe to receive a blood transfusion, the researchers emphasize. However, the results indicate reviewing the screening approach.

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Olivia creates value for one of the world's largest advisory services firm

EDUCATION IN CHANGE

Anthropology student Olivia is writing her thesis in collaboration with PwC, one of the world's largest audit, tax and advisory services firm.

Coronavirus: Latest research

Every fifth Dane wants to put immigrants with COVID-19 back in the hospital queue

Computer can determine whether you’ll die from COVID-19

Using patient data, artificial intelligence can make a 90 percent accurate assessment of whether a person will die from COVID-19 or not, according to new research at the University of Copenhagen. Body mass index (BMI), gender and high blood pressure are among the most heavily weighted factors. The research can be used to predict the number of patients in hospitals, who will need a respirator and determine who ought to be first in line for a vaccination.

Loneliness hits young people harder during lockdown

People under 30 and people with a history of mental illness experience the highest levels of loneliness and anxiety during COVID-19 lockdown.

COVID-19 exposes and amplifies inequalities for refugees and migrants

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Driven by intellectual creativity and critical thinking since 1479, researchers and students at the University of Copenhagen have expanded horizons and contributed to moving the world forward. With its 5,000 researchers and 37,500 students, the University boasts an international research and study environment and is highly ranked among the world's best universities.