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⇱ DTU Space

Space and Earth Science & Technology

NASA/JPL-Caltech

We are Denmark's largest space research institute and a recognized international institution. With space as the starting point, we develop new technology, conduct research, educate engineers and PhD candidates, and provide advice, innovation and collaboration nationally and internationally.

News from DTU Space

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26 March 2026

Satellite captured unique fingerprint of giant Pacific earthquake

A PhD student from DTU Space is a co-author of a new Science study showing how satellite data can improve models used to forecast tsunamis worldwide.

18 February 2026

DTU Space expands with new research building and investment in space research and technology

Denmark’s largest space research institute is entering a new phase of growth. With a new research building and increased investments in research and technology development in the coming years, DTU Space will make a significant contribution to strengthening Denmark’s efforts in space, defence and climate research.

17 December 2025

Satellites autonomously find each other in space – making missions “easier, cheaper, and far more flexible”

Using AI, advanced camera technology, and navigation developed by DTU Space, satellites can now all by themselves maneuver and maintain formation with extreme precision – without any assistance from Earth.

15 December 2025

Space scientists from DTU among recipients of major new research award

A senior researcher and a PhD student from DTU Space are among the first recipients of the Into Change Award, a new Danish prize established by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science to recognise outstanding European research and innovation.

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Astrophysics and Atmospheric Physics

The division conduct research in stars, galaxies, planets, exoplanets, the Solar System and the Universe as a whole, as well as the interaction between space and the Earth's atmosphere.

Geodesy and Earth Observation

The division researches in observation, surveying and mapping of the Earth concerning primarily climate change. Other focus areas are measuring and observing the Earth's gravitational field, displacements in the Earth's crust, ice cover changes, soil and sea surface levels and land uplift.

Geomagnetism and Geospace

The division uses satellites and ground-based measuring stations to explore and map the Earth's magnetic field. The research provides insight into changes in the magnetic field and processes coupled to the sun.

Microwaves and Remote Sensing

The division deals with research, development and use of microwave sensors. We research both passive and active sensors - which are microwaves, radiometers and radars - that are used to observe the earth's surface.

Measurement and Instrumentation Systems

Research and development activities in the division focus on high-precision instrumentation systems for space missions and on research based on data gathered via these instruments.

Electromagnetic systems

The department works with testing, research and development within electromagnetic field theory, antenna technology, meta-materials, microwave technology and terahertz technology.

Centres

Security DTU

Security DTU is a multidisciplinary centre for security and defence research and technology.

ESA BIC Denmark

ESA BIC Denmark is part of ESA's European network of Business Incubation Centres and anchored at DTU/DTU Space. The centers main objective is to create and support space related start-ups in Denmark.

DTU Space Drone Center

DTU Space Drone Center is a local centre anchored at the Division for Geomagnetism and Geospace that coordinate and facilitate research and development of unmanned systems.

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