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When we see dinosaurs, we really see ourselves

Christoffer Zieler of the University Post looks at the past through the perspective of a hen. The combination of fossilized eggs and dinosaur art at the National History Museum of Denmark is a winner.

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Øresund sensation: Rare species of clam

The unexpected revelation of a type of clam out in the straights between Denmark and Sweden has put the Øresund Aquarium in turmoil. Maybe there are more out there. A diver is to investigate the site, which is being kept a secret, like the lark's nest in Harald Bergstedt's song.

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Eftervederlag til KU-chefer i sikre job er afskaffet - enkelte får dog stadig bonus

Der er enkelte eksempler i KU's ledelse på folk, der får eftervederlag, selv om de er garanteret at kunne fortsætte i et vellønnet job. Ifølge fællestillidsmand bør de overveje at frasige sig deres bonus, men det vil de ikke.

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Maersk Tower price tag not known before 2020-21

Five legal battles to be fought out before the final bill for the expensive Maersk Tower can be made up. It will take a few years.

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UCPH returns 4 times more to society than state invests, study finds

Universities are a good investment: the most recent report from the League of European Research Universities finds that universities generate €100 million in value each year.

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Property agency demands DKK 625 million from contractor for delayed Niels Bohr Building

The government hopes to have part of its expected extra costs for the Niels Bohr Building recovered from the Spanish contractor Inabensa. The preliminary claim is for a half billion Danish kroner plus VAT. It is still uncertain how much UCPH will have to pay.

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Yes, you may watch porn on your UCPH computer

UCPH does not monitor employees’ use of the web. However, data about people's behaviour on the internet is automatically saved, and if you get a virus, you can be contacted by the IT department.

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Crackdown on international researchers in Denmark creates frustation at UCPH

Recently, non-Danish researchers have been reported to the police for violating the terms of their work and residence permits. This has created a feeling of uncertainty and fear among scientific staff at UCPH. We just do what we are supposed to do, says UCPH professor.

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Sacking of top geologist Hans Thybo was unjustified

One year after the University of Copenhagen dismissed Professor Hans Thybo, the case is now closed after arbitration has assessed that UCPH fired Hans Thybo in violation of labour agreements.

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Classical Music Fans Rejoice! Symfuni To Play Holiday Concert, Featuring Dvorák and More…

This December, Symfuni, a student run orchestra, will play their holiday concert at the prestigious Black Diamond’s Dronningesalen and Sankt Annæ Gymnasium. The repertoire includes Dvorák’s From the New World, Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto 2, and Carl Nielsen’s Saga-Drøm.

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