Published 29 September 2021 Obstacles to internationalisation need to be removed Published 27 September 2021 Lund University often talks about internationalisation and the importance of working internationally, both through research collaborations and in education. As we live in a globalised era, major and complex issues cannot be resolved other than through international collaboration. The pandem

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/erik_renstrom_the_vice-chancellor-blog - 2025-01-14

By maria [dot] lindh [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Maria Lindh) - published 27 May 2021 Sofia Åkerman received thousands of emails from sufferers and their relatives after The Zebra Girl was published, which prompted her to remain committed. Photo:Kennet Ruona "Mastery of the law gives you power. And I want to use that power to support the vulnerable" says Sofia Åkerman, doctoral student a

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/using-law-fight-vulnerable - 2025-01-14

By maria [dot] lindh [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Maria Lindh) - published 27 May 2021 Increased collaboration within the faculties and a general revitalisation.  This is already a clear result from the RQ20 research evaluation that was presented in March. “We have caught sight of each other” was a frequent comment heard in a round of telephone calls to the deans and research managers. Mo

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By louise [dot] larsson [at] ehl [dot] lu [dot] se (Louise Larsson) - published 1 June 2021 "When our usual methods of relaxing become a way to compete for social status, those activities then become exhausting instead.There is no rest for the body and soul. This is something that I think needs to be discussed more, says Carys Egan-Wyer. What kind of an image of yourself do you present on social m

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By Jenny [dot] Hansson [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Jenny Hansson) - published 28 May 2021 On 4 May, the first joint research conference on sustainable development was held at Lund University. During the event, over 70 research contributions were presented to researchers, students and international participants. The conference highlighted the University’s extensive range of sustainability-related r

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Published 31 May 2021 On 27 May, the Swedish government presented its five-step plan for adaptation and easing of the restrictions applied due to the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the new recommendations is for digital learning no longer to be the default mode for higher education. This means that it will be possible to conduct education on site at universities and colleges as of 1 June. The reason wh

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By jenny [dot] loftrup [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Jenny Loftrup) - published 31 May 2021 "There is so much freedom and so many opportunities here – it is a fantastic place. But if my main task is to be smart, there must be the conditions for it." says Jimmie Kristensson. Photo: Kennet Ruona Enjoying your job is a condition for both academic success and freedom, according to pro vice-cha

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/going-work-should-be-fun-0 - 2025-01-14

Published 10 March 2023 A dunnock. (Photo: Kathy Blücher/Pixabay) Exercising too much and not getting enough rest is bad for your health. A new study from Lund University in Sweden shows that the same is true for migratory birds. They need to rest not only to renew their energy levels but also in order to boost their immune system. After a period of physical exertion, vertebrates, including humans

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/migratory-birds-take-breaks-boost-their-immune-system - 2025-01-14

Published 13 March 2023 Illustration: Linnéa Haviland Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have discovered higher levels of immune proteins in the blood before and after an epileptic seizure. The possible biomarkers can be identified using a simple blood test. Diagnosing epilepsy is currently resource intensive, and distinguishing it from other conditions can be challenging. Better diagnosti

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/epilepsy-could-become-easier-pinpoint-blood-test - 2025-01-14

Published 22 March 2023 The synthesis report concludes that climate change is accelerating and its impacts are becoming more pronounced. (Photo: Daniel Páscoa/Unsplash) The UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a synthesis report summarizing the reports of recent years. Markku Rummukainen, Sweden's contact person for the IPCC and also Professor of Climatology at the Ce

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-climate-report-near-term-action-crucial - 2025-01-14

Published 29 March 2023 Timothée Parrique (Johan Persson) Does green growth exist? Can we achieve a sustainable society with a GDP that grows year after year? Not if you ask Timothée Parrique. He is the economist who defied all the good advice and chose to research degrowth. Now his thesis has been downloaded 27,000 times, and he is a sought-after lecturer worldwide. At the end of February this ye

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/lund-university-sustainability-award-agenda-2030-goes-degrowth-economist - 2025-01-14

Published 30 March 2023 Lennart Olsson, Sara Linse and Oskar Hansson Three researchers at Lund University in Sweden, all with a long list of significant research credentials, have been awarded the ERC Advanced Grant worth EUR 2.5 million each to further develop and advance their research projects. This concerns research on a fundamentally changed food system, chaperone proteins’ function in neurod

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/triple-success-prestigious-eu-grant-round - 2025-01-14

By bodil [dot] malmstrom [at] fsi [dot] lu [dot] se (Bodil Malmström) - published 5 April 2023 Malmö Live's concert hall will function as an experimental environment in the collaboration initiative, says coordinator Jesper Larsson. Photo: Kennet Ruona Make yourself comfortable at home on the sofa and immerse yourself in a symphony orchestra’s magical take on Beethoven´s Fifth Symphony as if you we

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/become-your-own-conductor - 2025-01-14

Published 6 April 2023 Amarant seeds contain all the necessary amino acids and may become a more common sight on our plates in future. “It has a mature, interesting taste that pairs well with wine,” the students themselves said of their pudding-like creation. Photo: Hilde Skar Despite sweet lupin, buck wheat and amaranth being nutritious and climate-smart crops, we eat them only rarely. Engineerin

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/three-crops-we-might-see-supermarket-shelves-more-often - 2025-01-14

Published 11 April 2023 Illustration from Nature Energy Dense urban areas amplify the effects of higher temperatures, due to the phenomenon of heat islands in cities. This makes cities more vulnerable to extreme climate events. Large investments in the electricity network will be necessary to cool us down during heatwaves and keep us warm during cold snaps, according to a new study led by Lund Uni

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/cities-will-need-more-resilient-electricity-networks-cope-extreme-weather - 2025-01-14

Published 18 April 2023 Illustration of the bacteria Clostridioides difficile (Image: iStock) A species of ordinary gut bacteria that we all carry flourishes when the intestinal flora is knocked out by a course of antibiotics. Since the bacteria is naturally resistant to many antibiotics, it causes problems, particularly in healthcare settings. A study led from Lund University in Sweden now shows

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/revealed-molecular-superpower-antibiotic-resistant-bacteria - 2025-01-14

Published 18 April 2023 Photo: Johan Nilsson Seeds and fat balls do more than just fill small birds’ stomachs. New research from Lund University in Sweden shows that feeding during the wintertime causes birds to be healthier, since they do not have to expend as much energy fighting infections. A small change in body temperature can be fatal for humans. Small birds, meanwhile, lower their body temp

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/bird-feeding-helps-small-birds-fight-infection - 2025-01-14

Published 18 April 2023 iStock/koto_feja Is it possible to improve the antibodies that the body produces to fight SARS-CoV2? In a study led by researchers from Lund University in Sweden, this was investigated by redesigning antibodies and combining them against the virus. The modified antibodies have been tested in human cells and with mice. Many antibodies used to treat covid infection during the

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/cocktail-modified-antibodies-provides-strong-effect-against-sars-cov-2 - 2025-01-14

By sara [dot] hakansson [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Sara Håkansson) - published 20 April 2023 Students learn about river restoration during a field trip as part of a water management course in biology. Photo: Johan Persson. Implementing nature-based solutions requires better management and funding with clear political priorities. This is the conclusion of a new study by the Nordic Council of Minis

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/nature-based-solutions-have-great-potential-nordic-countries - 2025-01-14

By sanna [dot] trygg [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Sanna Trygg) - published 20 April 2023 Swapping concrete and asphalt for trees, ponds and green roofs is an example of how cities can be adapted to cope with heavy rain and climate change. But time is running out. For nature-based solutions to have a global impact, we need to act fast, according to researchers. A late summer’s day in Augus

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/nature-model-greener-cities - 2025-01-14