DARA: Danish Advanced Research Academy

what is dara?

A vibrant community across the natural, technical, and medical sciences

By supporting curiosity-driven and innovative research, DARA is an elite education platform for the training of top research talents. As such, DARA represents a strategic investment in Denmark's future scientific leadership through the amalgamation of scientific talents from a broad range of disciplines under one symbiotic umbrella.

A nationwide PhD academy providing structured and comprehensive support for rising talents in a plethora of scientific areas with a strong dedication to building a pulsating research community across Denmark with an international outlook.

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About DARA

A nationwide PhD academy providing structured support for rising talents in a plethora of scientific areas and with a strong dedication to building a pulsating research community across Denmark with an international outlook

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Fellowship

DARA grants fellowships for "bottom-up" pioneering research ideas and for projects within strategically selected research themes.

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Activities

DARA offers its fellows a comprehensive portfolio of events, tailored to the community of enrolled students and designed to foster their scientific thinking as well as expand their network.

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Community

Core principles of the DARA community are to strengthening networks and improving the flow of research ideas across and within scientific disciplines.

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News and Media

DARA brings stories of its fellows, activities and research conducted in the academy for the greater benefit of the scientific communities and the public

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DARA Fellows are researchers and innovators driving interdisciplinary collaboration across Denmark and beyond. Through our fellowships, we support emerging talent, strengthen international networks, and create opportunities for researchers to connect, share knowledge, and develop solutions to global challenges.

To learn more about our current fellows, click the button below

Simona Agata Maria Bucolo

Matilde Helbo Sørensen

Call for Suggestions: Shape the DARA Programme

DARA invites stakeholders across the Danish research landscape to share ideas for educational and networking activities. Your input will help shape our annual programme. Deadline is 30 April. Read more on how you can submit your ideas.

DARA contributes to the national dialogue on PhD education

Recently, DARA’s Director, Philip Hallenborg, participated in a conference hosted by the Danish Council for Research and Innovation Policy on the future of PhD education in Denmark. Discussions focused on quality, career pathways, and competitiveness. The Council also presented its preliminary analysis and recommendations on how to strengthen PhD education in Denmark.

DARA at Science Cluster Day 2025

DARA participated in the Science Cluster Day 2025, hosted by the Novo Nordisk Foundation earlier this week. This annual event brought together grant holders and key stakeholders to recognize impactful research and strengthen connections across projects, disciplines, and institutions. As a newly established academy, DARA greatly valued the opportunity to engage with Denmark’s outstanding scientific communities.

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