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Your Christmas decorations may be hiding a tiny bit of badger and toad

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have discovered that moss acts as a natural trap for…

Researchers revive old pea varieties in huge seed collection: ‘An untapped gold mine for the future’

Using a new AI method, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have rediscovered 51 old pea…

SCIENCE plays an active role in major nature restoration project

The biodiversity project Vildmarken is multiplying its activities – and so is SCIENCE, to the…

Fermentation makes ocean greens more palatable

Seaweed has long been praised as a sustainable superfood, but its characteristic 'fishy' flavor has…

Plants use engineering principles to push through hard soil

An international research team led by the University of Copenhagen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University…

Over half of global coastal settlements are retreating inland due to intensifying climate risks

A new study using satellite nightlight data reveals that more than half of the world’s coastal…

Wild animals divide Danes – but most say “yes” to red deer and fences

A new nationwide survey from the University of Copenhagen shows that most Danes would like to see…

Important phenomenon discovered in the Arctic – could boost marine life

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have discovered an important phenomenon beneath the…

Researchers revive yoghurt made from... ants

An old traditional recipe for yoghurt made from ants has been recreated by researchers at the…

Exercising in nature is superior to exercising in the city or at the gym

Exercising in green surroundings improves mood, reduces stress levels, and improves heart rate…