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Industrial waste used to develop non-toxic wood protection

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a new, non-toxic method for protecting…

Scientists stunned: Volcano cleans up after itself by removing methane from the air

A violent volcanic eruption in the South Pacific has revealed a surprising natural mechanism that…

Less food waste: Supermarkets can save money by giving surplus food away

When supermarkets choose the right strategy for surplus food, they can both reduce food waste and…

Elephant genomes reveal a past of continental connectivity and a future of increasing isolation

In the largest genomic mapping of Africa's elephants, an international team of researchers shows…

Fish on antidepressants: Researchers develop new weapon against toxic substances in wastewater

Toxic chemicals from pharmaceuticals such as antidepressants pass through wastewater treatment…

Study: Students struggle to identify problematic grey-zones in academic practice

Students across education levels have a blind spot for identifying situations that might bring thei…

BIO team receives Novo Nordisk Foundation Prize

Birthe B. Kragelund, Karen Skriver, and Kresten Lindorff-Larsen has worked to strengthen the natura…

New Makerspace for SCIENCE

With a DKK 42.3 million grant from the Novo Nordisk Foundation, SCIENCE is establishing a new…

University of Copenhagen launches major knowledge hub for women in menopause

Many women lack knowledge about menopause, which has long been an under‑prioritized topic. A new…

How horses whinny: Whistling while singing

A horse’s whinny is an unusually distinctive mix of sounds including both high and low frequencies.…