Annette de Thurah Receives Queen Ingrid's Research Award 2025
On Friday, October 11, Professor Annette de Thurah from the Department of Clinical Medicine received Queen Ingrid's Research Award at a ceremony held at Fredensborg Palace. The award, established by the Danish Rheumatism Association, was presented by Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II.
Annette de Thurah is recognized as a pioneer in developing digital solutions for patients with rheumatic diseases. Through her research, she has created groundbreaking methods in telemedicine and web-based patient education, enabling individuals with rheumatic conditions to manage their treatment from home without compromising on quality.
Patients are at the heart of Annette de Thurah’s work, and she actively includes their perspectives in the development of her solutions.
"It is a great honor to receive Queen Ingrid's Research Award. The award is given by the patients' own association, and for me, it is a huge acknowledgment that our research is making a real difference for those who matter most. It means a lot," said Annette de Thurah.
In his speech to the award recipient, Professor Anders Odgaard, Vice Chairman of the Rheumatism Association’s Research Council, highlighted how Professor de Thurah's work has contributed to both national and international guidelines in telemedicine and self-care:
"Annette de Thurah is a visionary researcher who has helped shape the future of healthcare through her digital solutions. Her research has created a daily reality where patients can actively participate in their treatment in an easy and secure way," he said.
Queen Ingrid’s Research Award was established in honor of Queen Ingrid's 25th anniversary as patron of the Danish Rheumatism Association. This year marks the 26th time the award has been given to a prominent researcher in Danish rheumatology. Along with the honor, the award includes a grant of DKK 250,000 to support the recipient's future research.
Contact
Professor Annette de Thurah
Aarhus University, Department of Clinical Medicine
Phone: +45 29 12 07 22
Email: at@clin.au.dk
This text is based on a press release from the Danish Rheumatism Association.