Climate change poses a critical threat to biodiversity and agricultural productivity. By learning from the past, we can foster more sustainable food systems. This is why the Novo Nordisk Foundation, in partnership with Wellcome , has committed up to DKK 585 million to the

Supported by a Distinguished Investigator grant, Professor Signe Torekov from the Department of Biomedical Sciences at University of Copenhagen will pioneer an innovative approach to prevent obesity in children. A study of 400 families dealing with obesity will consider how the

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Research Leader Programme aims to support researchers at various stages of their careers, providing them with the necessary resources to conduct groundbreaking research. This year, we are supporting 41 exceptional research projects across a broad

We are thrilled to announce the CropSustaiN initiative, a pioneering research project that has received a grant of USD 21.1 million to develop new wheat varieties with the potential to significantly reduce agriculture's nitrogen footprint. This initiative led by CIMMYT reflects…

Regenerative medicine – including stem cell medicine – has the potential to cure chronic or life-threatening diseases. Read this interview with the Novo Nordisk Foundation CEO Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen to find out what we hope to achieve by making this area an official part of our…

We're excited to share the launch of 'SmartField', a groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionise agricultural practices. With a grant of DKK 134 million awarded to the Danish Technological Institute, this innovation platform aims to reduce nitrous oxide emissions (N2O), a…

Pandemic influenza is a constant threat. Making sure that antiviral drugs are available is a crucial part of preparing. New funding from the Pandemic Antiviral Discovery initiative will support the early-stage development of antivirals against pandemic influenza to treat…

Calling all #antimicrobialresistance advocates in DC! Please join us tomorrow night, along with Congressman Drew Ferguson & Rep. Mark Amodei - Holobiome on the Hill: Cocktails & Conversation on the Path Forward for #AMR Policy. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/1kimA1…

By adding bacteria to our gut, removing them, or changing what we eat, we could reduce our risk of developing diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.

A new research project, led by DTU National Food Institute at DTU and funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation,

Globally, cardiovascular diseases due to atherosclerosis – the build-up of plaque in arteries – are the leading cause of death. A new Danish-Spanish project aims to develop methods to detect atherosclerosis at earlier ages and encourage prevention.

The initiative is led by

Professor Hindrik Mulder’s groundbreaking research on islet cells and his commitment to the scientific community have been recognised as he receives the 2024 Novo Nordisk Foundation Lecture Prize, which comes with a DKK 600,000 award.

The prize is awarded by the Foundation and…

Data is crucial for progress in science. A pilot initiative by the Novo Nordisk Foundation will help maintain the best health databases in Denmark, ensuring they are secure and accessible for research – and support researchers to use them for advancing understanding of

Congratulations to Professor Antje Körner of Helmholtz Munich and the University of Leipzig, recipient of the 2024 Obesity Prize for Excellence. This prestigious award, initiated in January 2023 by the European Association for the Study of Obesity and the Novo Nordisk Foundation,…

We were honoured to have African Population and Health Research Center Executive Director Catherine Kyobutungi deliver a keynote speech at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Global Science Summit last week.

Dr. Kyobutungi shared insights on health challenges in Africa, emphasising the…

“To truly address the most pressing global health challenges, we must address inequity.”

Last week, we had the privilege of welcoming World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus to the Novo Nordisk Foundation Global Science Summit.

Watch Dr Tedros’ full keynote speech here:…

The Global Science Summit has concluded after two days of engaging and thought-provoking discussions in Denmark, where 150 global experts have shared insights and advanced knowledge on key global challenges in relation to health and sustainability.
Hosted by the Novo Nordisk…

A new open call from the Novo Nordisk Foundation aims to catalyse science- and technology-based solutions to global challenges in climate and health. Organisations around the world are invited to work with partners to submit proposals related to the theme: the interplay between

From the silent pandemic of antimicrobial resistance to the growing threat of cardiometabolic diseases and the profound impacts of climate change, the world is facing a complex web of crises.

At the Novo Nordisk Foundation Global Science Summit in Denmark, leading experts,…

Today, we announced a three-year partnership with Wellcome and the Gates Foundation to support critical scientific research and development for global health. 

At the Novo Nordisk Foundation Global Science Summit in Denmark, our CEO Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen was joined

The Novo Nordisk Foundation is partnering with Wellcome and the Gates Foundation to tackle global health challenges and build healthier futures, especially for the world’s most vulnerable populations.

“By pooling the vast experience and unique expertise of each