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Former SDU student Sara Peng has been named among Berlingske's top talents in Danish Business 2024! Sara, a Mechatronics and Engineering, Innovation and Business graduate from SDU in Sønderborg, has been recognized for her outstanding contributions as a product manager at COWI. This prestigious accolade celebrates her ability to convey complex ideas convincingly and her efforts to bridge the gap between technology and business. Reflecting on her achievement, Sara shares, "Being recognized as a foreigner in Denmark warms my heart. It encourages me and makes me feel appreciated for contributing to society. Meeting other sharp minds and learning from their ambitions has been incredibly inspiring." #SDUtech #Talent100 #DanishBusiness #Innovation #Engineering #COWI #ProudAlumni #Sonderborg

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In a groundbreaking initiative, the TORCH (Technological Enlightenment to Preserve and Explore Regional Cultural Heritage) project, funded with approximately 10.7 million DKK by the EU's Interreg Deutschland-Danmark program, redefines our understanding of historical colours and artefacts. This multidisciplinary venture, steered by Associate Professor Jacek Fiutowski from SDU Nanophotonics, is preserving our cultural heritage and bringing it to life with unprecedented vibrancy. In collaboration with Kiel University, the TORCH team equips conservators and museum professionals with cutting-edge tools, enhancing their capabilities and broadening their perspectives. For instance, Lise Ræder Knudsen, director of Konserveringscenter Vejle, leverages these technologies to analyze treasures like the Danefæ and Viking Age artefacts. A striking example of TORCH's impact is reimagining Ribe's historical palette. Contrary to the belief that sombre hues dominated Ribe's houses, the project discovered a vivid array of reds, blues, greens, and even gold, changing our perception of the past. Beyond aesthetic revelation, TORCH aims to create augmented reality experiences, allowing tourists to traverse historical Ribe visually. This initiative is part of a more significant effort to foster Danish-German collaboration, integrating fields like engineering, chemistry, and computer science to reconstruct history digitally. The project's scope extends to intriguing endeavours like exploring the Fæsted Treasure and delving into the Stone Age DNA analysis, promising new insights into our shared past. Thanks to the partners: Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel, Newtec Engineering, LLC A/S, and Museum für Archäologie #TORCHProject #CulturalHeritage #HistoricalColors #InnovationInConservation #CrossBorderCollaboration

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We are happy to announce that Henrik Bindslev has been reappointed as the dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark. The position as dean of the faculty was advertised when Henrik Bindslev’s current fixed-term appointment was about to expire. Rector at SDU and Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Jens Ringsmose, is pleased that Henrik Bindslev will continue his work as dean. - I am delighted that we can continue our collaboration with Henrik Bindslev. Henrik is a highly ambitious, enterprising and hard-working leader who understands how to identify and seize opportunities for the benefit of the faculty, the University of Southern Denmark and society in a broader sense, Jens Ringsmose says.   Henrik Bindslev has been dean since 2015, and during this time, the faculty has witnessed significant advancements and achievements.   - As dean for the past nine years, Henrik has delivered impressive results and moved the faculty significantly in a positive direction. I am convinced that with Henrik Bindslev at the helm, we will continue to see SDU’s Faculty of Engineering as a crucial institution in the research and education area and in the collaboration with companies and organisations outside the University in the years to come, the rector says.   Henrik Bindslev is looking forward to continuing his work in strengthening Det Tekniske Fakultet, Syddansk Universitet even further in the future.   - I am delighted to have the marvellous opportunity to continue the rapid development we have seen for several years at the Faculty of Engineering. We are in the process of broadening our research base and giving it more depth and strength. For a long time, businesses have greatly needed – and will continue to need – us to educate graduates with a high level of research-based professionalism, he says.    The dean emphasises SDU’s framework with a multi-faculty profile and close collaboration with the surrounding businesses and society in general as a clear strength.    - I really appreciate the excellent collaboration between the faculties in terms of education and research. And when we are joined by OUH in Odense in a few years’ time, it will create even more opportunities that I am very much looking forward to being a part of. It’s a very exciting place to work, says Henrik Bindslev. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dGCYQUEg

Excitement, Innovation, and Success: SDU Case Competition Nails It Again! We are thrilled to share that SDU Case Competition was an absolute triumph! Once again, 85 students showcased brilliance, turning challenges into victories and ideas into strategies. Team Our(o)with the six software engineers, Bence Kanyok, Francesco Schenone, Kacper Grzyb, Marcus Zschage, Phongsakon Mark K. and Zuhao Zhang, took the first prize and 15.000 kroner, but the event isn't just a competition; it's a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving prowess. Kudos to all the participants who brought their A-game and made this experience unforgettable. "It's a super unique event and beneficial for both students and companies," says Senior Vice President of Corporate M&A at Danfoss Troels Petersen. A massive shoutout to the organizers, Frederik Gottlieb and Ken Thomsen, for orchestrating an exceptional event and providing a platform for budding talents to shine. Your efforts are genuinely appreciated. Read more about the prize and the evening in the link in the comment section below 👇 #SDUCaseCompetition #SuccessStory #Innovation #BusinessTriumph #Teamwork #Leadership #SDU #BusinessExcellence #Networking #sdutech

We all know the incredible benefits of C-vitamins for our immune systems, but what if I told you it's now playing a vital role in enhancing the efficiency of solar cells, too? In a scientific article by Sambathkumar Balasubramanian, Miguel Ángel León-Luna, Morten Madsen and Vida Engmann from SDU CAPE, we discover the hidden potential of C vitamins to revolutionize solar cell technology. Solar energy is a beacon of sustainable energy production, and organic solar cells have long been in focus for their green and cost-effective potential. However, their Achilles' heel has been their limited lifespan. But here's the twist: C-vitamins might be the key to extending the life of these organic solar cells! Vida Engmann's research reveals that C vitamins act as antioxidants for solar cells, protecting them from degradation caused by external factors, much like they protect our bodies from free radicals and UV radiation. The results are remarkable, promising more durable and reliable solar cell technology. This is a remarkable convergence of biology and technology, demonstrating how nature's mechanisms can inspire innovation across disciplines. Professor Morten Madsen, the leader of SDU CAPE and SCC SOLEN, is delighted by the curiosity-driven approach of this research, addressing fundamental problems while tackling a critical technological challenge. #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Cvitamin #SolarCells #Sustainability #SDUCAPE #ScienceAndTechnology #ClimateAction #sdu #sdutech Read the full article here:

Matematikken findes overalt! Kender du en gymansieelev som vil lære mere om matematikkens alsidighed? ➕ ➖ ➗ Med en nysgerrig og undersøgende tilgang tilbyder vores underviser Bjarne et matematikkursus på SDU Sønderborg! Se mere her! https://lnkd.in/gSUNW3VW Faculty of Engineering, University of Southern Denmark Bjarne Schmidt

Being proactive, motivated, and engaged is important when you want to make a positive impression on a potential future employer. That's exactly what the international students who participated in the "Career Café" at SDU Sønderborg - University of Southern Denmark were yesterday. These students are highly motivated to secure a relevant study job while pursuing their studies. They aim to position themselves effectively in the Danish job market and gain practical experience alongside their education. During the event, we discussed tips and ideas on how and where students can find these study jobs, going beyond the usual job search engines. We also emphasized the importance of researching companies, enabling them to align their skills with the company's needs. It was a fantastic event in collaboration between SDU RIO and the library, Vibeke Sofie Sandager Rønnedal. Need I say that I absolutely love my job?