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ITU researcher granted to investigate how to verify that our private data really is private

ITU researcher granted to investigate how to verify that our private data really is private

Computer Science DepartmentBernardo Machado DavidResearchBlockchaingrantsIT security

February 5, 2021

When our data are successfully kept private, it becomes a challenge to investigate data misuse. Independent Research Fund Denmark has awarded Associate Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, Bernardo David, a Sapere Aude grant to find out how to verify that our sensitive data is not misused while keeping them private.

Roberta Sinatra awarded a Velux Foundation grant to fight discriminatory algorithms

Roberta Sinatra awarded a Velux Foundation grant to fight discriminatory algorithms

Computer Science DepartmentResearchalgorithmsgrants

January 25, 2021

Algorithms used for ranking publications and evaluating researchers on the basis of their citations are far from fair. The Velux Foundation has awarded associate professor, Roberta Sinatra, the Young Investigator grant to pursue her ambition of creating the foundation for better algorithms and metrics.

ITU researcher granted twice to develop sustainable software

ITU researcher granted twice to develop sustainable software

Computer Science DepartmentResearchgrantssoftware

January 18, 2021

Associate professor at the IT University of Copenhagen Pinar Tözün has been awarded with two grants for her research in solutions for sustainable growth in data science.

New report: Cybersecurity is underprioritized in Danish companies

New report: Cybersecurity is underprioritized in Danish companies

Computer Science DepartmentResearchcybercrimeIT securitymanagementOksana Kulyk

January 12, 2021

Danish companies consider cybersecurity important, but at the same time underprioritize it, shows a new report by researchers at the IT University of Copenhagen and University of Southern Denmark. Part of the explanation is that senior managers have little knowledge about the cybersecurity threats, say the researchers behind the report.

Study: Female researchers rival men in productivity – but have shorter careers

Study: Female researchers rival men in productivity – but have shorter careers

Computer Science DepartmentResearchdata sciencediversityRoberta Sinatra

November 30, 2020

A comprehensive study of the careers of 1.5 million researchers shows that women and men on average produce the same number of scientific articles annually, but that women tend to leave their research careers earlier. According to ITU researcher Roberta Sinatra, co-author of the study, the study should inspire decision-makers to take a closer look at the reasons why women leave academia.

Software students win award for educational game about tech monopolies

Software students win award for educational game about tech monopolies

Computer Science DepartmentEducationcomputer gamesawardsstudent life

November 11, 2020

Lily Li and Olivia Winkel finished their bachelor's degree in Software Development with a project on computer games as a learning tool. The thesis has just received FA’s bachelor award - with the recognition comes a check for DKK 30,000.

IT University of Copenhagen launches new center to do research on how to boost digital competences among students

IT University of Copenhagen launches new center to do research on how to boost digital competences among students

Computer Science DepartmentResearchEducation

October 27, 2020

Many people get nervous even at thought of learning about computing, e.g., a programming language. But does it really have to be that way? Join the official opening of Center for Computing Education Research at the IT University of Copenhagen on Thursday November 5th and learn more about how we can ensure that students get competent in computational thinking.

ITU launches master’s programme in Data Science

ITU launches master’s programme in Data Science

Computer Science DepartmentAbout ITUEducationdata sciencePeter SestoftBarbara Plank

October 21, 2020

Starting next summer, the IT University of Copenhagen will be offering a two-year master’s programme in Data Science. Future graduates will be highly sought after in the industry, which is currently experiencing a shortage of specialists who are able extract valuable knowledge from vast amounts of data.

The IT University is coordinating new European expert training in underwater robots

The IT University is coordinating new European expert training in underwater robots

Computer Science DepartmentAndrzej WasowskiResearchartificial intelligencegrants

October 5, 2020

In the next four years, professor at the IT University, Andrzej Wasowski, will be leading a new expert training program focusing on the development of /developing underwater robots in order to make them reliable so that we can use them for critical tasks like fighting pollution. The program is funded by an EU grant of 30 mio. DKK.

ITU bachelor's system to identify informative Corona tweets in top rank

ITU bachelor's system to identify informative Corona tweets in top rank

Computer Science DepartmentEducationartificial intelligencesocial media

September 30, 2020

Competing with academics and IT professionals from all over the world, Anders Giovanni Møller shared first place in developing a system to identify Corona-related tweets.

Oxford University's Bent Flyvbjerg and ITU establish IT programme management research collaboration

Oxford University's Bent Flyvbjerg and ITU establish IT programme management research collaboration

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsResearche-governmentPeter SestoftJens Schmidt

September 25, 2020

The Oxford Major Programme Management research group starts collaboration with the ITU Research Centre for Government IT. The collaboration will, among other things, investigate the performance of IT projects.

Bent Flyvbjerg to be awarded ITU’s first honorary doctorate

Bent Flyvbjerg to be awarded ITU’s first honorary doctorate

Computer Science DepartmentResearche-governmentCollaborations

September 1, 2020

Bent Flyvbjerg, Professor and Academic Lead of Oxford University’s research and education programmes in Major Programme Management, is known for his groundbreaking research in the management of large-scale projects, including in the field of IT. The IT University of Copenhagen is the youngest of Denmark’s eight universities, and specialized in research and higher education in IT.

The Danish Ministry of Defence funds two projects at The IT University of Copenhagen

The Danish Ministry of Defence funds two projects at The IT University of Copenhagen

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsResearchcybercrimeIT security

July 10, 2020

The national ICT-security authority under the Danish Ministry of Defence, The Danish Centre for Cyber Security, has funded two new projects at ITU's Center for Information Security and Trust (CISAT). Both projects support the national ambition of raising the level of cybersecurity in private and public companies.

ITU professor awarded prestigious international honour

ITU professor awarded prestigious international honour

Computer Science DepartmentPhilippe BonnetResearchdata storage

June 16, 2020

Professor Philippe Bonnet has been honoured with The SIGMOD Contributions Award for his research in database systems.

Study shows correlation between the number of tweets on mental health issues and urgent crisis referrals

Study shows correlation between the number of tweets on mental health issues and urgent crisis referrals

Computer Science DepartmentLeon Derczynskihealthsocial media

February 11, 2020

As a part of a UK research group, Assistant Professor Leon Derczynski, conducted a study that revealed a correlation between increases in the number of urgent mental health-related crisis referred to two mental healthcare providers in London on days and a high number of tweets mentioning depression and schizophrenia. The study has been published in one of the world's leading science journals, Nature's Scientific Reports.

Newly appointed Professor is a boundary crosser

Newly appointed Professor is a boundary crosser

Computer Science DepartmentYvonne DittrichResearchsoftware

December 10, 2019

Communication and cooperation are points of equilibrium between success and failure in software development. By crossing boundaries between computer science and social science, Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen Yvonne Dittrich extends the field of computer engineering.

Newly appointed Professor wants to explain the complex algorithms to all of us

Newly appointed Professor wants to explain the complex algorithms to all of us

Computer Science DepartmentThore Husfeldtalgorithms

November 5, 2019

Explainability and transparency are important values in Professor Thore Husfeldt’s research in algorithms. We must keep education and enlightenment in mind as cornerstones of our society, the Professor argues.

ITU appoints three new professors in Computer Science

ITU appoints three new professors in Computer Science

Computer Science DepartmentThore HusfeldtYvonne DittrichCarsten Schürmannalgorithmssoftwareprivacy

October 29, 2019

Security in digital democracies, algorithms and the human aspect of software engineering are among the new professors’ research areas.

ITU launches research center for digital welfare

ITU launches research center for digital welfare

Computer Science DepartmentBusiness IT DepartmentDigital Design DepartmentResearche-governmentBrit Ross Winthereikdigitization

September 30, 2019

We know too little about the consequences of comprehensive digitization of the welfare society. Now, a new interdisciplinary research center at ITU will investigate the effects of public digital solutions and create a basis for ensuring that public digitization aligns with the values of the welfare society.

New research to pave the way for faster crypto transactions

New research to pave the way for faster crypto transactions

Computer Science DepartmentResearchBlockchaincybercrimeBernardo Machado David

August 21, 2019

Faster cryptocurrency transactions might be the result of a new research project at the IT University of Copenhagen aiming to improve blockchain protocols. The project is funded by a DKK 1.7 million grant from the Concordium Foundation.

Even gender balance in ITU's software graduate programme

Even gender balance in ITU's software graduate programme

Computer Science DepartmentEducationdiversityPeter Sestoft

August 20, 2019

51 percent of the newly admitted students in the IT University's Master's programme in Software Design are women. It is important that women take part in shaping the digital development, says Head of Department Peter Sestoft.

ITU research will make it easier to investigate crypto crime

ITU research will make it easier to investigate crypto crime

Computer Science DepartmentResearchBlockchaincybercrimeBernardo Machado David

June 18, 2019

Cryptocurrencies have great potential as an alternative to traditional bank transfers, but still struggle with a reputation as a safe haven for criminals. A new research project at the IT University aims to develop new methods that will allow authorities to investigate suspicious transactions – while at the same time guaranteeing anonymity for law-abiding users.

Can algorithms be biased?

Can algorithms be biased?

Computer Science DepartmentResearchalgorithmsdiversityBarbara Plank

May 6, 2019

Like people, algorithms have to learn - and they learn from data. However, often data is skewed, which can lead to bias and discrimination against certain groups, says Barbara Plank, researcher in Natural Language Processing at ITU.

ITU conference brings together women in data science

ITU conference brings together women in data science

Computer Science DepartmentResearchEventsdata sciencediversityBarbara PlankNatalie Schluter

April 4, 2019

On Tuesday, April 16, more than 200 women and men will gather for the first Danish edition of the Women in Data Science conference, a global event that highlights women's contributions to the data science field. The goal is to make female role models more visible and establish networks among women who work within data science.

ITU researcher becomes leader of OWASP in Copenhagen

ITU researcher becomes leader of OWASP in Copenhagen

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsResearchIT security

March 28, 2019

OWASP, one of the world's most recognized software security organisations, has appointed member of the newly established Center for Information and Trust (CIST), Alessandro Bruni, as local leader in Copenhagen. He expects to organise four OWASP events per year.

Technology as a weapon in the battle against fake news

Technology as a weapon in the battle against fake news

Computer Science DepartmentResearchalgorithmsartificial intelligencemediaLeon Derczynski

March 13, 2019

Algorithms can help us identify false stories, but letting technology be the judge of what is true and false is not without its problems, says Leon Derczynski, a researcher at ITU specializing in automatic detection of fake news and misinformation.

 The IT University of Copenhagen launches Center for Information Security and Trust

The IT University of Copenhagen launches Center for Information Security and Trust

Computer Science DepartmentCarsten SchürmannBusiness IT DepartmentDigital Design DepartmentIT security

March 11, 2019

With the establishment of a multidisciplinary research center, the IT University aims to create a foundation for raising the level of IT security in Denmark so that it matches current and future cyber threats.

ITU researcher wins Amazon Research Award

ITU researcher wins Amazon Research Award

Computer Science DepartmentResearchalgorithmsawardsartificial intelligenceBarbara Plank

March 8, 2019

Barbara Plank, Associate Professor from ITU’s Natural Language Processing (NLP) research group, has received a prestigious Amazon Research Award (ARA) for her work on improving automatic language understanding, for instance in digital assistants.

Local data centers can become sustainable alternatives to the tech giants

Local data centers can become sustainable alternatives to the tech giants

Computer Science DepartmentResearchdata storagegreen ITPhilippe Bonnet

December 20, 2018

Today, much of our data is stored in huge data centers owned by tech giants like Amazon and Google. Local data centers might in the future present a better and more sustainable alternative, says ITU Professor Philippe Bonnet, who is experimenting with local data centers in the Orkney Islands.

Carlsberg funding for research on surgery robots and AI in Danish

Carlsberg funding for research on surgery robots and AI in Danish

Computer Science DepartmentResearchBusiness IT Departmentartificial intelligencegrantsNatalie SchluterBarbara Plank

December 6, 2018

The Carlsberg Foundation is funding three projects at ITU, including research on surgery robots and methods for creating better AI solutions in Danish.

VILLUM grant for ITU project on privacy protection

VILLUM grant for ITU project on privacy protection

Computer Science DepartmentResearchdata storageIT securitygrantsAndrzej Wasowski

September 10, 2018

Professor Andrzej Wąsowski receives DKK 2 million for an experimental research project that aims to increase privacy for users of digital technologies in the data-driven economy using new methods.

ITU researcher shows how to hack the Emmy Awards on a popular American TV show

ITU researcher shows how to hack the Emmy Awards on a popular American TV show

Computer Science DepartmentCarsten SchürmannResearchIT security

June 12, 2018

Carsten Schürmann, associate professor and election security expert, demonstrated how to manipulate the result of the Emmy awards in an interview with Nathan Fielder, the host of the popular TV show, Nathan For You, which is pre-nominated for an award.

New research project: Finding software bugs automatically

New research project: Finding software bugs automatically

Computer Science DepartmentResearchsoftwaregrantsAndrzej WasowskiClaus Brabrand

June 6, 2018

Software defects often manifest themselves far from where the problem has actually occurred. In a new project, researchers from the IT University of Copenhagen want to build a technology that automatically detects and diagnoses deep-seated software errors. The project has received DKK 6 million from Independent Research Fund Denmark.

What happens when the boundaries between play and labour collapse?

What happens when the boundaries between play and labour collapse?

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

April 16, 2018

The concept of playbour, a contraction of play and labour, is central when looking at how to hold on to participants in online Collaborative Commons, and create a form of sustainability, says Giacomo Poderi. He is a postdoc at the IT University of Copenhagen, who, in a new project, is studying participants’ subjective experiences in the commons.

ITU team honoured for research paper on SSDs

ITU team honoured for research paper on SSDs

Computer Science DepartmentResearchdata storagePhilippe Bonnet

April 5, 2018

Professor Phillippe Bonnet and his former PhD students Matias Bjørling and Javier Gonzalez were honoured for their work on Solid State Drives (SSDs) at the 9th Annual Non-Volatile Memories Workshop hosted by the University of California, San Diego.

Machine learning can predict the effect of genetic mutations

Machine learning can predict the effect of genetic mutations

Computer Science DepartmentJes FrellsenResearchartificial intelligence

April 3, 2018

Essentially, machine learning is concerned with developing algorithms that can teach a machine to solve problems based on examples, says Associate Professor Jes Frellsen, whose research shows, among other things, that machine learning can be used to predict the effect of genetic mutations.

Looking for a cheaper, better and faster way to develop software

Looking for a cheaper, better and faster way to develop software

Computer Science DepartmentResearchMaria Paasivaarasoftwaremanagement

March 15, 2018

By making their software development processes agile, companies can improve the quality of products while reducing production costs and time. Associate professor Maria Paasivaara explores how to take global software engineering into the future by challenging the traditional company hierarchy.

IT security is vital for the democratic process

IT security is vital for the democratic process

Computer Science DepartmentCarsten SchürmannResearchIT securitydemocracy

February 22, 2018

Many countries are digitizing the electoral process. Associate professor Carsten Schürmann explores how it can be done without jeopardizing voters' trust.

New ITU project aims to boost young women's interest in programming

New ITU project aims to boost young women's interest in programming

Computer Science DepartmentEducationdiversitychildren and youth

January 24, 2018

The IT University of Copenhagen is launching a three-year communication campaign with the goal of increasing the number of female students in its technical IT education programmes. The project is supported by a DKK 2.8 million grant from VILLUM FONDEN.

Prestigious award for ITU researcher

Prestigious award for ITU researcher

Computer Science DepartmentResearchMarco Carboneawardsprogramming languages

January 22, 2018

Marco Carbone, Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at the IT University of Copenhagen, has won the Most Influential Paper Award at the world’s leading conference on the theory of programming languages.

Digital trends for 2018: Data ethics, IT security and self-driving cars

Digital trends for 2018: Data ethics, IT security and self-driving cars

Computer Science DepartmentBusiness IT DepartmentDigital Design DepartmentRasmus PaghKasper StøyIrina ShklovskiSøren DeboisLone Malmborg

December 22, 2017

What’s in store for technology in 2018? We have asked five ITU researchers to share their predictions.

Research project will contribute to a more secure pension system

Research project will contribute to a more secure pension system

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsResearchfintechgrantsPeter Sestoft

December 20, 2017

With computing power from graphics processors commonly used in gaming computers, a new research project aims to develop an advanced calculation platform for pension funds. Innovation Fund Denmark is investing DKK 9 million in the project collaboration between the IT University of Copenhagen, University of Copenhagen and the software company Edlund A/S.

Teaching computers to understand human language

Teaching computers to understand human language

Computer Science DepartmentEducationartificial intelligencealgorithmsITU thesis

December 13, 2017

Despite big advances in machine learning, making computers understand language is still a big challenge. Daniel Varab and his two classmates from Software Development trained a computer program to detect contradictions in texts – a technology that might eventually help us keep track of statements made by politicians and contradictions in the law.

New Computer Science programme at ITU

New Computer Science programme at ITU

Computer Science DepartmentEducationPeter Sestoft

December 12, 2017

From autumn 2018, the MSc programme in Software Development will be split into two independent programmes: Computer Science and Software Development.

Mia built a neural network that knows a barn owl from a stork

Mia built an artificial brain that knows a barn owl from a stork

Computer Science DepartmentEducationartificial intelligence

November 2, 2017

As a hobby ornithologist, Mia Pontoppidan wanted a tool for identifying bird species. So in her thesis project from software development at ITU, she investigated how well artificial intelligence (AI) could classify Danish birds – and whether you can build a neural network with only a year and a half’s worth of coding experience.

Three ITU faculty awarded for excellence in teaching

Three ITU faculty awarded for excellence in teaching

Computer Science DepartmentAbout ITUBusiness IT DepartmentDigital Design Department

October 18, 2017

At ITU’s annual party on September 29, three faculty members received ITU’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. The awards were given based on the students’ course evaluations. ITU faculty are generally ranked highly by students, according to a survey by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science from earlier this year.

Making case management effective, flexible and transparent  

Making case management effective, flexible and transparent  

Computer Science DepartmentThomas HildebrandtResearche-governmentCollaborationsgrants

October 5, 2017

Digital case management systems should become more intelligent and flexible so that both case workers and clients are provided better and more transparent service, despite the increasingly complex legislation. Innovation Fund Denmark invests DKK 16 million in the research project Ecoknow, which links technology and practice of adaptive case management.

Researchers are training a deep learning algorithm to beat humans at StarCraft

Researchers are training a deep learning algorithm to beat humans at StarCraft

Computer Science DepartmentResearchalgorithmscomputer gamesartificial intelligence

October 4, 2017

Computers have already crushed humans at chess, Go and poker. Now, researchers at the IT University of Copenhagen are training an algorithm to beat the best human players in the sci-fi computer game StarCraft. If the project succeeds, it will be another quantum leap forward for artificial intelligence (AI).

Jørgen Staunstrup appointed Honorary Professor at ITU

Jørgen Staunstrup appointed Honorary Professor at ITU

Computer Science DepartmentAbout ITUJørgen Staunstrup

October 2, 2017

ITU has appointed Jørgen Staunstrup, former Pro-Rector and current Head of ITU Professional Courses, as Honorary Professor in the Computer Science Department.

Big data from space to be used in ITU classrooms

Big data from space to be used in ITU classrooms

Computer Science DepartmentEducationCollaborationsbig dataPhilippe Bonnet

September 20, 2017

A new collaboration between the IT University of Copenhagen and the Danish Agency for Science and Higher Education gives students and researchers the chance to work with data collected by the EU’s earth observation program, Copernicus.

USA: Virginia ditches DRE voting machines after ITU researcher’s hack

USA: Virginia ditches DRE voting machines after ITU researcher’s hack

Computer Science DepartmentCarsten SchürmannResearchdemocracyIT securitye-government

September 12, 2017

In July 2017 associate professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, Carsten Schürmann made the headlines in the international media with a hack that demonstrated the vulnerabilities of the DRE voting machines used in the U.S. elections. Now these voting machines are decertified in the state of Virginia.

First generation of data scientists begin studies at ITU

First generation of data scientists begin studies at ITU

Computer Science DepartmentEducationbig dataNatalie Schluter

August 29, 2017

The first 70 students have begun their studies in the IT University of Copenhagen’s brand-new bachelor programme in Data Science, Denmark's first of its kind. Over the next three years, they will learn to derive knowledge from big data, and their skills will be in high demand.

Can AI prevent relapse among drug addicts?

Can AI prevent relapse among drug addicts?

Computer Science DepartmentEducationalgorithmsartificial intelligencehealthITU thesis

August 16, 2017

In his thesis project, ITU student Christopher Bjerre developed a software tool for use in addiction treatment. Using a combination of machine learning algorithms, the tool can predict relapse with great accuracy and thus help rehabilitation staff to prevent it from happening.

ITU researcher’s hack of a US voting machine makes headlines around the world

ITU researcher’s hack of a US voting machine makes headlines around the world

Computer Science DepartmentCarsten SchürmannResearchalgorithmsdemocracydigitizatione-governmentinnovationIT securitymanagement

August 1, 2017

Carsten Schürmann, Associate Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, hacked an American WINVote machine at DEF CON, one of the world's largest hacker conventions. The hack has now been receiving a lot attention in some of the worlds most influential media.

New robot printer spits out recyclable robots

New robot printer spits out recyclable robots

Computer Science DepartmentResearchDigital Design DepartmentrobotsSebastian Risi

July 3, 2017

In just 13 minutes, a newly developed robot printer can transform an aluminum wire with little motors attached into a functional robot that can be recycled and reused for other purposes. Researchers from the IT University of Copenhagen (ITU), MIT and Columbia, among others, are behind the invention, which might eventually be used in space or in disaster situations.

New center will turn Denmark into a blockchain hub

New center will turn Denmark into a blockchain hub

Computer Science DepartmentRoman BeckBusiness IT DepartmentResearchEntrepreneurshipCollaborationsEducationBlockchaininnovationIT securityprivacy

June 15, 2017

Blockchain technologies will revolutionize IT systems worldwide. However the revolution comes with both opportunities and challenges in a broad range of areas. At the IT University of Copenhagen, professor Roman Beck has now established European Blockchain Center, which will ensure that Denmark is at the forefront of the field.

KMD uses new technology from ITU to give flexibility to government knowledge workers

KMD uses new technology from ITU to give flexibility to government knowledge workers

Computer Science DepartmentResearchCollaborationse-governmentThomas Hildebrandt

June 2, 2017

The digitalization of knowledge work goes more smoothly with a new software technology developed by researchers from the IT University and Exformatics. Workers get more flexible workflows and support to complete tasks. The IT company KMD is now implementing the technology in a case-management system widely used by government agencies.

Video: ITU conference addressed the gender gap in IT

Video: ITU conference addressed the gender gap in IT

Computer Science DepartmentEventsdiversity

May 30, 2017

The gender gap in IT education and workplaces was under scrutiny at a major conference at the IT University of Copenhagen on May 29, 2017.

IT sector is missing out on female talent - but the challenge can be solved

IT sector is missing out on female talent - but the challenge can be solved

Computer Science DepartmentEventsEducationdiversity

May 23, 2017

More gender diversity in IT is crucial or women risk missing the opportunity to develop the technologies of the future, while companies risk missing out on a large part of the talent pool. The 'Bridging the Gender Gap in IT' conference at ITU on May 29 presents American inspiration to alleviate the problem.

CAST IT: Electronic Elections

CAST IT: Electronic Elections

Computer Science DepartmentResearchdemocracyIT securitycast ITCarsten SchürmannThore Husfeldt

May 19, 2017

In this podcast, Thore Husfeldt discusses digital democracy with ITU researcher Carsten Schürmann.

Copenhagen launches international powerhouse for algorithm research

Copenhagen launches international powerhouse for algorithm research

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsResearchalgorithmsThore HusfeldtRasmus Pagh

March 21, 2017

Two ITU researchers are among the driving forces in the new research center BARC, which aims to attract talent from all over the world and create breakthroughs in algorithm research. Developing efficient algorithms for handling large amounts of data will be one of the key areas of research.

New research will improve the quality of industrial robots

New research will improve the quality of industrial robots

Computer Science DepartmentResearchrobotsAndrzej WasowskiClaus BrabrandYvonne Dittrichgrants

March 21, 2017

In a new EU funded project, researchers from the IT University of Copenhagen and European partners will work to improve quality assurance in a platform for industrial robot programming.

EliteForsk grant for young ITU researcher in search of the optimal search algorithm

EliteForsk grant for young ITU researcher in search of the optimal search algorithm

Computer Science DepartmentResearchgrants

February 23, 2017

PhD student Tobias Christiani has received an EliteForsk travel grant of DKK 200,000. His next stop will be Harvard and MIT in search of the holy grail of algorithms: the optimal search algorithm - if it exists.

Researchers are building intelligent plants for the green cities of the future

Researchers are building intelligent plants for the green cities of the future

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

February 13, 2017

The EU-funded project “flora robotica” aims to merge two essentials for our future life on earth: technology and nature. Following a simple yet radically new idea, an international team of researchers is taking the first steps toward intelligent plants that can sustainably grow our built environment - from public spaces and buildings to entire cities.

It’s not magic! Why Netflix knows you so well

It’s not magic! Why Netflix knows you so well

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

February 7, 2017

Online services like Spotify and Netflix use algorithms to recommend exactly what the users want. It may seem like magic, but it actually works based on simple mathematical principles, explains Associate Professor Jes Frellsen. These algorithms are not only used in the entertainment business, they can also be applied in other areas such as cancer research.

5 digital trends to keep an eye on in 2017

5 digital trends to keep an eye on in 2017

Computer Science DepartmentBusiness IT DepartmentDigital Design Department

January 10, 2017

Blockchain technology will create a basis for a whole new economy, artificial intelligence will enter our daily lives, and the responsibility of media giants will come into focus. We have asked five researchers at the IT University to take a peek into the crystal ball and predict what digital trends will shape the coming year.

ITU to educate the data detectives of the future

ITU to educate the data detectives of the future

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

December 14, 2016

In the summer of 2017, ITU will launch Denmark's first Bachelor program in data science, a new academic field that seeks to translate big data into insights and business ideas. The future graduates will combine their sense for numbers and business to develop new ideas and improve products - and companies are lining up to recruit them.

ITU launches first data science degree in Denmark

ITU launches first data science degree in Denmark

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

December 13, 2016

With a new Bachelor programme, the IT University of Copenhagen wants to meet the growing demand for specialists in handling large amounts of data - also known as big data. The industry welcomes the new programme, which will accept the first 50 students in 2017.

Game strategies make IT systems more robust

Game strategies make IT systems more robust

Computer Science DepartmentResearch

October 24, 2016

Troels Bjerre Lund is a theoretical computer scientist specialized in developing algorithms that – inspired by economic theory – makes digital systems more robust against strategic users.

ITU appoints three professors in software

ITU appoints three professors in software

Computer Science DepartmentrobotsAndrzej WasowskiPhilippe BonnetKasper Støysoftware

September 12, 2016

With the new professorships, ITU is strengthening its Software and Systems section.

Rule-based models make IT systems more flexible

Rule-based models make IT systems more flexible

Computer Science DepartmentResearchSøren Deboissoftware

September 6, 2016

Søren Debois develops mathematical models enabling IT systems to be prepared for the constantly changing processes of businesses today.

Eye tracking data can improve athletes’ performances

Eye tracking data can improve athletes’ performances

Computer Science DepartmentResearchDan Witzner Hansensoftware

August 15, 2016

Eye tracking technology provides new opportunities to analyze and improve the performance of athletes. In cooperation with professional athletes, researchers from the IT University of Copenhagen are investigating how the technology can be applied in sports like the Olympic discipline skeet.

Sustainable energy: The future of pee-power to be investigated

Sustainable energy: The future of pee-power to be investigated

Computer Science DepartmentResearchrobotsgreen ITKasper Støy

May 24, 2016

It’s possible to convert urine into electricity, but so far only to an extent where a mobile phone can be charged. Now researchers at the IT University of Copenhagen have built a robot that can help us find out whether organic waste is usable as a sustainable energy source.

Big data to create eco-friendly innovation in Copenhagen

Big data to create eco-friendly innovation in Copenhagen

Computer Science DepartmentCollaborationsEducationbig datainnovation

May 20, 2016

ITU thesis students have contributed to the development of City Data Exchange, the world's first data marketplace where both public and private organizations can share their data. Innovators can use big data to solve the city's environmental and infrastructural challenges.

Artificial intelligence can compose video game music of the future

Artificial intelligence can compose video game music of the future

Computer Science DepartmentResearchartificial intelligence

April 7, 2016

Marco Scirea, a PhD student at the IT University of Copenhagen, won the best paper award at the EvoMUSART conference for his research on music composition using artificial intelligence.

ITU welcomes two new Associate Professors

ITU welcomes two new Associate Professors

Computer Science DepartmentResearchDr. Alexander RichterOliver Müllerbig data

February 24, 2016

New faculty members to strengthen ITU’s Information Management section.

ITU researcher receives major grant from the Villum Foundation

ITU researcher receives major grant from the Villum Foundation

Computer Science DepartmentResearchgrantsRasmus Ejlers Møgelberg

January 25, 2016

Associate Professor Rasmus Ejlers Møgelberg has received 6.4 million kroner for a research project within theoretical computer science.

ITU increases intake of Software Development students

ITU increases intake of Software Development students

Computer Science DepartmentEducationAbout ITUMads Tofte

January 20, 2016

As a consequence of the rising demand for highly educated IT specialists, ITU increases the intake of students in the BSc programme in Software Development by 50 percent from the fall semester.

New spreadsheet technology can save companies time

New spreadsheet technology can save companies time

Computer Science DepartmentResearchbusinessPeter Sestoft

January 11, 2016

Spreadsheets are used in most companies and are often a source of frustration, but they also have great potential. Associate Professor Peter Sestoft from the IT University of Copenhagen has developed an implementation that simplifies work with advanced models in spreadsheets.

Networking paves the road for female coders

Networking paves the road for female coders

Computer Science DepartmentAbout ITUdiversitystudent life

October 14, 2015

Female_Coders is a new network for female students who are interested in programming. On Monday, October 12, the group held its first workshop at the IT University of Copenhagen.

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