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By studying different stages of ageing and focusing on people in midlife, researchers at Lund University are developing proactive approaches for health care, social services and community planning. This will contribute to improved health and quality of life for future generations of older people. Dementia and arthritis are examples of diseases that become more common as we get older, and to some e

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/research-excellence-areas/profile-areas/proactive-ageing - 2026-04-23

The concept of sexual health encompasses many perspectives, such as pleasure, consent, safety and identity, but also physical health in terms of the absence of sexually transmitted diseases. At the Student Health Centre, we understand that sexual health is fundamental to the general health and well-being of students. Shortcuts to page content:What is sexual health?Sexually transmitted infections a

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/healthcare/student-health-centre/sexual-health-and-identity - 2026-04-23

Nobel Prize in physics 2023 Physicist Anne L'Huillier is Lund University’s first Nobel Prize laureate. She was awarded the Nobel Prize in physics along with Pierre Agostini and Ferenc Krausz. Anne L'Huillier made a groundbreaking discovery in 1987. By transmitting infrared laser light through a noble gas, she was able to see a large number of what are known as harmonics of light. These were caused

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/nobel-prize - 2026-04-23

As a student at Lund University, you have the opportunity to study at one of our partner universities during the summer. Shortcuts to page content:About summer courses abroadHow to applyAfter you have sent in your application About summer courses abroadA summer course can be a great choice if you cannot or do not wish to be away for a whole semester but would still like to broaden your education.

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/international-opportunities/summer-courses-abroad - 2026-04-23

BackgroundStreptococcus pyogenes bacteremia is a severe condition with high mortality. Time to blood culture positivity (TTP) is known to predict the outcome in bacteremia with other pathogens. This study aimed to determine the association between TTP and outcome in S pyogenes bacteremia.MethodsThis retrospective observational cohort study comprised adults with S pyogenes bacteremia, identified thBackgroundStreptococcus pyogenes bacteremia is a severe condition with high mortality. Time to blood culture positivity (TTP) is known to predict the outcome in bacteremia with other pathogens. This study aimed to determine the association between TTP and outcome in S pyogenes bacteremia.MethodsThis retrospective observational cohort study comprised adults with S pyogenes bacteremia, identified th

If you are a student at Lund University and have previously studied at another higher education institution abroad or in Sweden, it is possible that you have already fulfilled the learning outcomes for a certain course/course component. If you think this is the case, or if you have other knowledge and skills that you think correspond to a certain course/course component, you have the opportunity t

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/grades-credits-and-certificates/credit-transfer-during-studies - 2026-04-23

Before you arrive in Lund, you need to make sure that you have sufficient funds to cover both tuition fees (when applicable) and your living expenses.If you are required to pay tuition fees, check the information on scholarships if you need help with funding.Scholarships and fundingLiving costs in SwedenYour living costs in Sweden will naturally depend on your individual lifestyle. Eating out and

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/before-you-arrive/money-and-living-costs - 2026-04-23

Student rights can relate to student influence, the student work environment, exam implementation, degree projects and much more. You can find information about your rights and responsibilities in relation to the University in the List of Rights. What is the List of Rights?The List of Rights for students at the Bachelor's and Master's levels at Lund University is intended to help clarify what stud

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-rights-and-responsibilities/list-rights - 2026-04-23

Trots att majoriteten av dem som dör av opioidöverdoser haft kontakt med sjukvård, socialtjänst eller kriminalvård, visar en ny analys att en stor grupp – nästan hälften – saknar betydande vårdkontakter kopplade till sina drogproblem. För att stärka det förebyggande arbetet mot överdoser behövs en förändring i vården, där lågtröskelinsatser kompletteras med bredare screening och mindre stigmatiser

Going abroad as an exchange student means spending part of your studies at one of Lund University's partner universities, which can be found all over the world. Shortcuts to page content:About exchange studiesHow to applyAfter you have submitted your applicationIf you are nominated Contact information International DeskUniversity of California Study Center About exchange studiesAs an exchange stud

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/international-opportunities/exchange-studies-one-lund-universitys-partner-universities - 2026-04-23

In order to provide contract education, Lund University needs to collect and store personal data. The personal data is processed in accordance with the applicable legislation. You can read more about what this means on this page. Lund University processes personal data in the IT system for contract education, Mira CRM [hereinafter Mira], for the purpose of conducting contract education. As well as

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/professional-development-and-lifelong-learning/processing-personal-data-contract-education - 2026-04-23

Background Opioid-related deaths have increased in Western countries over recent decades. Despite numerous studies investigating opioid-related mortality, only a few have focused on the lives of the deceased individuals prior to their deaths, specifically regarding contact with care-providing authorities such as health, social and correctional services. Furthermore, a change has been noted in the

Aims: The aim of this study is to investigate the association between adherence to beta-blocker treatment after a first acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and long-term risk of heart failure (HF) and death. Methods and results: All patients admitted for a first AMI included in the nationwide Swedish web-system for enhancement and development of evidence-based care in heart disease evaluated accordi

Processing of personal data at Lund University Lund University processes personal data in order to provide education, conduct research, and collaborate with the wider society. All processing of personal data at the University aims to support this assignment. The University applies the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and supplementary legislation.In the drop-down list below, we have gathe

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/contact-us/privacy-policy - 2026-04-23

Minor Field Studies (MFS) is a grant programme funded by Sida, offering students the opportunity to conduct field studies in countries where Sweden has active strategies for development cooperation. Shortcuts to page content:About the grantHow to applyAfter you have sent in your applicationIf you are awarded a grant Applications are open 5–25 April Contact information Maria NilssonDivision of Glob

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/international-opportunities/grants-and-scholarships-studies-and-traineeships-abroad/minor-field-studies - 2026-04-23

Human rights are needed where humans are. - The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law Skip to content Search for: Search Button Home About Us Who We Are Our History About Raoul Wallenberg Our Theory of Change Staff Opportunities Annual Reports Whistleblower Our work What we do Multi-Disciplinary Research Higher Education Strategic Advice and Analysis Outreach Evaluation o

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Here you’ll find key information about the nomination and application procedures for university-wide exchange agreements for the academic year 2026/2027. This Fact Sheet includes information on: Nomination and Application ProceduresCourse and Study RequirementsStudent AccommodationPreparations to ComeAdditional InformationKey Facts and VisionFind all relevant information about exchange studies on

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/exchange-and-study-abroad/exchange-studies/information-partner-coordinators/fact-sheet-university-wide-agreements - 2026-04-23

PurposeInvasive infections with Streptococcus dysgalactiae predominantly occur in persons of older age with substantial morbidity and mortality. Time to positivity from blood cultures (TTP) has been shown to be a prognostic indicator in bloodstream infections caused by other beta-haemolytic streptococci. This study aimed to determine any possible association between TTP and outcome in invasive infPurposeInvasive infections with Streptococcus dysgalactiae predominantly occur in persons of older age with substantial morbidity and mortality. Time to positivity from blood cultures (TTP) has been shown to be a prognostic indicator in bloodstream infections caused by other beta-haemolytic streptococci. This study aimed to determine any possible association between TTP and outcome in invasive inf