A test of the epidemiological paradox in a context of forced migration: low birthweight among Syrian newborns in Lebanon
New publication in International Journal of EpidemiologyRead more here
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New publication in International Journal of EpidemiologyRead more here
Special issue of the Scandinavian Journal of Public Health. ToC and links to all papers are available at http://journals.sagepub.com/toc/sjpa/45/17_suppl.
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/practical-and-methodological-issues-register-based-research - 2025-12-12
New publication in European Journal of EndocrinologyRead more here
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/current-landscape-european-registries-rare-endocrine-conditions-0 - 2025-12-12
A position as professor with specific responsibilities in epidemiology and demography is vacant for a period of 5 years with possibility of extension for another 3 years at the Research Unit of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Biodemography, Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Odense. Read more here.
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/professor-specific-responsibilities-epidemiology-and-demography - 2025-12-12
ICOS Carbon Portal at Lund University is looking for a project assistant who will work on education and training in the framework of the ENVRI-FAIR project. In this project, 13 European Research Infrastructures work together to apply the FAIR principles to their data services. Read more here.
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/project-assistant-education-and-training-icos-carbon-portal - 2025-12-12
New publication in International Journal of EpidemiologyRead more here
Epidemiologists face two fundamental and interrelated problems when judging causality: knowledge is fallible, and studies are imperfect. In medicine, this will always leave a degree of uncertainty in scientific judgements. From an epistemological point of view, even randomized trials cannot be regarded as the ultimate proof to establish a causal relation. Given this inherent uncertainty it is no s
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/long-and-winding-road-causality - 2025-12-12
Traditional publishing versus sharing results without restrictions has become a fundamental question that involves many different stakeholders, including scientists, librarians, publishers, and research funding organizations. See a panel of international experts discuss the matter. Read more here.
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/panel-debate-plan-s-and-open-access-way-go-swedish-researchers - 2025-12-12
Från och med 2019 behöver du som beviljas bidrag från Vetenskapsrådet ha en datahanteringsplan om din forskning genererar forskningsdata. Planen ska beskriva hur data som samlas in och/eller skapas kommer att hanteras under forskningens gång och hur den ska tas om hand efteråt. Läs mer här. Vill du veta mer om datahanteringsplaner, kan du anmäla dig till seminarium i Lund (LUX Aula) 7 maj.
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/vr-staller-krav-pa-datahanteringsplan - 2025-12-12
Results from the Swedish National Registry are satisfactory and comparable to international standards. Trends over time show increasing resection rates and some improved results. Better collaboration and openness within pancreatic surgeons is an important side effect. New publication in the official Journal of the International Hepato Pancreato Biliary AssociationRead more here
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/first-results-swedish-national-pancreatic-and-periampullary-cancer-registry-0 - 2025-12-12
This is an open seminar with professor Miguel Hernán A 3 half-day seminar on Causal Inference with Miguel Hernán, professor of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at Harvard School of Public Health.The scheduel is as follow:Monday May 6 at 1-5PMTuesday May 7 at 1-5PMWednesday May 8 at 9-12AMLocation: Arvid Carlsson, Acadmicum, GothenburgRead more here
https://www.lupop.lu.se/article/learning-what-works-framwork-causal-inference-observational-data - 2025-12-12
Most respondents used quality indicators from the two cardiovascular NQRs infrequently (<3 times/year). The results indicate that linking registration of quality indicators to using them for QI activities increases their routine use and makes them meaningful tools for professionals. New publication in International Journal for Quality in Health CareRead more here
Five years after the opening of the prestigious Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine, nothing has turned out as planned. The “tandem pairs” that were supposed to develop research together are now cheating on each other with other researchers. Private and work life have become intertwined and families often barbecue together. It’s a cold Sunday afternoon and the ground is covered in a thin laye
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/cheating-and-interdisciplinary-fun - 2025-12-12
Do you want to know more about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT and how it might affect examinations and assessments at Lund University? This introductory webinar will explain what the system does, what the possible challenges are, and most importantly some quick advice on takehome exams. The webinar is jointly organised by the Division for Higher Education Development (AHU), the Unit
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/how-can-artificial-intelligence-ai-tool-chatgpt-affect-us - 2025-12-12
All those who have read the Platform for strategic work 2023–24 have undoubtedly noted that one of the three prioritised measures linked to research is work on open science. The platform states that we are to: “Work proactively to ensure that open science supports researchers’ possibilities for innovative research and that a high level of trust in research is maintained. Structure and responsibili
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/work-open-science-lund-university-will-be-full-swing-2023 - 2025-12-12
DIGG, the supervisory authority for access to digital public service has audited www.lu.se among many other websites. The audit indicated a few points for improvement but was good overall. A plan will now be developed for how the deficiencies on lu.se are to be rectified. DIGG (Agency for Digital Government) carries out an annual inspection and review The supervisory authority, DIGG, carries out a
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/wwwluse-website-has-been-audited-digg - 2025-12-12
The University’s new contracted travel agency, BCD Travel Sweden AB, offers a short training course on the new self-service booking system, Cytric, for those booking trips for themselves or others. The aim of the training sessions is for travellers and bookers to be able to make booking for trips and accommodation themselves in the new Cytric system. When you book online there is a lower booking f
You can now order an updated version of Lund University’s Visitor’s Guide. It is available in Swedish and English and is primarily aimed at visitors, new students and new employees. The 100-page guide is free and features many photos and maps of the University area. It presents the current organisation, history, buildings, student life, curiosities, etc. It also offers tips on what to see and expe
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/new-visitors-guide-available-order - 2025-12-12
Have you spent the Christmas break skiing or jogging? Perhaps you have tried a new health-promoting activity that you would like to continue? Did you keep last year’s New Year’s resolution about devoting time to your health? Or are you going to give it another try this year? Whatever your situation, the New Year means that you are entitled to a new health promotion benefit. Here is a reminder abou
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/take-care-yourself-utilise-health-promotion-benefit - 2025-12-12
All teaching staff have an obligation during the first quarter of the year, and by 31 March at the latest, to submit a report on secondary employment. Teaching staff who have no secondary employment are still required to submit a report. Read more on the Staff Pages: Secondary employment | Staff Pages (lu.se)
https://www.staff.lu.se/article/it-time-teaching-staff-report-secondary-employment - 2025-12-12