Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research – University of Copenhagen

Novo Nordisk Foundation
Center for Basic Metabolic Research

Three Group Leader positions available

Preference is given to applicants with a background in metabolomics (metabolic flux analysis), cardiovascular pathophysiology and the central regulation of body weight and energy homeostasis.

Research Facilities

Technology platforms have been established to advance basic research questions and to empower scientists to accelerate their discoveries and innovations.

Education opportunities

The Center’s mission is to provide the highest standards in the training of future scientists by developing transferable skills and career opportunities.

Innovation and Translation

CBMRs vision is to strengthen interdisciplinary research that transforms the basic understanding of the mechanisms involved in metabolic health and disease

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CBMR International PhD and Postdoc Program

The CBMR International PhD and Postdoc Program supports competitive national and international recruitment of PhD and Postdoc fellows

Cardiometabolic Research in Society and Culture

Placing cardiometabolic science in a cultural, historical, and philosophical context. This Research Program is a collaboration with the Medical Museion, where the team produces research-based exhibitions, events, and online communication, alongside publications.

Events and Conferences

Events

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News

“I want to ensure that researchers have access to the best cellular models”

Zehra Abay-Nørgaard is a translational neuroscientist developing human stem cell models for disease modelling and drug discovery.

Genetic study of insulin-releasing beta-cells presents promise for personalized diabetes treatments

An international team of scientists discover new genes and molecular pathways that influence the ability of beta cells to produce and release insulin. The insights, which are published in Nature Metabolism, could inform…

CBMR publications and media appearances in September 2024

CBMR publications and media appearances in September 2024

A simple blood test warns of possible cardiometabolic complications for children with obesity

Scientists from the University of Copenhagen have detected lipid biomarkers in children and teenagers with obesity that indicate an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, liver and heart disease as adults.