HM The Queen of Denmark becomes patron for Independent Research Fund Denmark

The Royal Family undertakes patronages and honorary duties for a wide range of organisations and associations, covering diverse areas such as business, culture, sports, sustainability, and social causes.

Her Majesty The Queen, formerly Crown Princess, has been a patron of The Danish Science Festival and The Danish Youth Association of Science and has been associated with the Elite Research Prize for several years. From May 2024, she will be the patron of Independent Research Fund Denmark.

»Her Majesty The Queen has shown a great interest in the world of research over the years, and we are proud that Her Majesty wishes to be the patron of Independent Research Fund Denmark. This is a recognition of the importance of a strong Danish research environment and the significance of research for our society,« says Søren Serritzlew, Chair of the Board of Independent Research Fund Denmark.

Minister for Higher Education and Science, Christina Egelund, is also pleased with the HM The Queen's wish to support independent research:

»In a knowledge society like Denmark, it is crucial that independent research has the best conditions to transform original ideas into groundbreaking research for the benefit of Denmark. Therefore, I am incredibly pleased that HM The Queen of Denmark wishes to support independent research as the patron of Independent Research Fund Denmark. It is a great recognition of both research and the researchers, who with their curiosity and originality are helping to change and improve the world we live in« . 

About Independent Research Fund Denmark

Independent Research Fund Denmark funds research of the highest international quality and strengthens pioneering research in Denmark. Independent Research Fund Denmark invests in high-risk research based on the researchers' own ideas within and across scientific fields. Independent Research Fund Denmark also annually allocates thematic funds for political and strategic initiatives.

Independent Research Fund Denmark promotes the internationalisation of research and supports young talent as well as experienced researchers. Additionally, Independent Research Fund Denmark provides advisory services to ministers, the Parliament, and the broader Danish and international research landscape. This is based on expertise and professional diversity through Independent Research Fund Denmark's board and council members, all of whom are recognised and active researchers.

May 30, 2024