We are Denmark’s research and innovation centre for advanced digital technology – a partnership between all Danish universities and the Alexandra Institute.
project Spotlight:
DIPS in space: Cybersecurity for satellites
Satellites are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, especially as they rely on interconnected ground systems and are often developed by smaller companies with limited cybersecurity resources. This project addresses this new reality, where satellites sit on the digital frontline, and sophisticated attacks must be quickly detected and mitigated.
Our purpose is to harness and develop Denmark’s digital competencies in order for Denmark to remain competitive worldwide. In DIREC, we conduct world-class research across geography and disciplines.
By uniting the ecosystem for digital research and innovation we contribute to the development of responsible digital solutions that promote Denmark’s growth and welfare.
8 January 2026
Online meeting
13 January 2026
Online or at Altinget, Copenhagen
In DIREC, we enable world-class research in digital fields that will shape tomorrow’s headlines.
We believe bold research thrives in bold environments – so we value experimentation over perfect powerpoints.
We are convinced that the key to strengthening the national ecosystem for digital innovation lies in creating dream teams that connect academia and industry, ensuring that cutting-edge research translates into real-world impact.
Thomas Riisgaard Hansen, CEO, DIREC
CALL:
Get access to leading researchers in cybersecurity
Next Generation Cyber Security is launching a new call to help SMEs bring their cybersecurity challenges and ideas forward and connect with leading Danish research environments.
Research and innovation in DIREC is carried out across different research areas with focus on interdisciplinarity and versatility. In collaboration with businesses and the public sector, research is transformed into digital solutions and long-term digital transformation.
DIREC is a collaboration between all Danish universities and the Alexandra Institute, involving several businesses and public organisations in research and innovation projects.
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