Genetic Differences May Help Predict Suicide Risk in Depression
Depression in young adulthood is more often associated with genetic factors and an increased risk of suicide attempts compared to depression that develops later in life. This is shown by a new large study. The Danish part of the study is led by Associate Professor John Shorter from Roskilde University.
RUC researchers will investigate the impact of pharmaceuticals on Arctic whales
There is a lack of knowledge about how pharmaceutical released into the environment is affecting wildlife. Now a new research project led by Roskilde University together with the Greenland Institute of Natural Resources (Pinngortitaleriffik) in Nuuk in collaboration with Aarhus University, the University of Copenhagen and Rigshospitalet, and several international partners will investigate and identify the extent of the problem.
Physicists from RUC in collaboration with major German company
Researchers from Roskilde University and the large German company tesa SE are working together on a method to measure mechanical properties in the adhesive products that the company produces for industrial use.
Are Farmed Fish and Shellfish a Problem for the Marine Environment?
There are many claims about the environmental impact of farmed fish. Do you know what is true and what is not? Find the answer here.
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