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A new research project led by LUCSUS will examine immobility as an adaptation strategy. Through a novel research approach, and field work in different areas affected by sea level rise and erosion, it will shed light on the communities who are unable – or unwilling – to move despite negative effects on their environment. Average sea levels have swelled about 23 cm since 1880, with about 7 cm in the

https://www.lucsus.lu.se/article/new-research-project-examines-immobility-adaptation-strategy - 2026-06-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Why is the Stringhyllan bookshelf considered a design classic but not the Billy? And what makes the Lamino armchair into the furniture design of the century while Norrgavel’s Länstol chair isn’t even considered a classic? “I believed, rather naively, that it was quality that determined whether a piece became a Anna Wa

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/she-knows-what-makes-design-classic - 2026-06-23

Do you want to contribute to a more sustainable world? Have you succeeded in changing your everyday habits in line with the 1.5° C target of the Paris Agreement? Can your new habits inspire others? If yes, then we would love to hear about them! Now, the international campaign "1.5°C Challenges" is kicking off across several European countries, featuring a series of citizens’ challenges over the co

https://www.iiiee.lu.se/article/15degc-lifestyles-challenges-launched - 2026-06-23

Lund Stem Cell Center provides researchers with access to core facilities equipped with the latest technologies, specialist expertise and instruction on the use of the different equipment. Over time these facilities have evolved to form the well-developed technological infrastructure which exists today. Earlier this year, the Center, in partnership with MultiPark, took the next step in the evoluti

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/article/new-cell-and-gene-therapy-core-facility-opening-its-doors-scientific-business - 2026-06-23

https://www.multipark.lu.se/article/phd-interview-oscar-manouchehrian - 2026-06-23

Our new Chief Veterinarian has landed. Research has always attracted her and the her new job means that she will have influence on strategic issues that require wise solutions. She is looking forward to the challenges. On a new job since the first of October, as Chief Veterinarian at Medfak, how does it feel? "It feels very exciting because it is a job where I get to be part of the changing enviro

https://www.intramed.lu.se/en/article/new-chief-veterinarian-research-must-be-ethically-defensible-and-thus-contribute-societal-acceptance - 2026-06-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. There has been no known link between diabetes and vitamin A -- until now. A new study suggests that the vitamin improves the insulin producing β-cell´s function.The researchers initially discovered that insulin-producing beta-cells contain a large quantity of a cell surface receptor for vitamin A. "There are no unnece

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/role-vitamin-diabetes - 2026-06-23

In a master’s course in commercial theory where the regular exam was conducted in writing in a physical classroom before the pandemic, the re-examinations were conducted orally via Zoom Photo by ThisisEngineering RAEng on Unsplash The course had about 20 students and to emulate the design of the physical exam, the exam was performed in two parts. The students were given different start times for t

https://www.education.lu.se/en/article/oral-examination-zoom - 2026-06-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. 20 years ago, the LUMES programme opened up its door to its first batch of students.  A booklet detailing the history of LUMES and interviews with alumni and teachers has now been launched to mark this very special anniversary. – With this booklet, we wanted to capture both the historical development of LUMES, and the

https://www.lucsus.lu.se/article/lumes-booklet-marks-20-years-education-environment-and-sustainability - 2026-06-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. On Thursday 15 June, 2017 a workshop entitled: "Studying Refugees in Northern Europe" was held at The Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Lund University. SASNET researcher Admir Skodo participated and presented a paper. The workshop was organized by Dalia Abdelhady, Nina Gren and Martin Joormann. The participants form

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/article/workshop-lund-refugees-northern-europe - 2026-06-23

Within the framework of LU’s strategy for cultural collaboration, seed funding is now being offered for projects that integrate culture into education or research. This call for applications is aimed at researchers and teaching staff members employed at Lund University. The University’s strategy for cultural collaboration 2018-2026 has the aim of deepening and strengthening education, research, in

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/apply-seed-funding-integrate-culture-education-or-research - 2026-06-24

There is an increasing awareness that pollinating insects need flowers rich in pollen and nectar. A new study shows that trees can be just as important for survival – at least for the red mason bee, and probably for other wild bees too. Researchers have investigated the types of habitats and flowers in the agricultural landscape that benefit the reproduction of the red mason bee – a common solitar

https://www.biology.lu.se/article/bees-need-more-trees - 2026-06-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Earlier this spring, Jan Magnusson, senior lecturer at the School of Social Work, travelled to Nepal to make new contacts and explore possibilities of sending students on Minor Field Studies scholarships there. He also met with officials and teachers at Tribhuvan University, as he is helping the university develop the

https://www.soch.lu.se/en/article/contacts-nepal-open-future-student-visits - 2026-06-23

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/are-you-having-problems-email - 2026-06-23

When, how and if the national call for profile areas will take place is still not clear. The budget bill provided no clear answers. On 22 November, the Association of Swedish Higher Education Institutions arranged a seminar called “Sharing experiences around the higher education institutions’ work on profile areas,” in which most universities participated. No one had any more information about the

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/profile-areas-lund-university-work-continues-no-word-government - 2026-06-23

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/do-you-want-take-opportunity-develop-coil - 2026-06-24

This autumn, Dean, Deputy Dean and members of the board of the Faculty of Medicine will be elected. The Nomination Committee has worked hard during the spring and is now ready to share their proposal. They are convinced that all candidates will contribute with commitment, knowledge and competence if elected. Eva Ekvall Hansson, Chair of the Nomination Committee, talks about the process. How has th

https://www.intramed.lu.se/en/article/candidates-dean-deputy-dean-and-faculty-board-mfs - 2026-06-23

By reprogramming tumour cells to become the body’s defenders, Filipe Pereira and his colleagues hope to improve current cancer treatments. Right now, some of the immune system’s most important players, the dendritic cells, are patrolling your body in search of foreign substances. If they find something suspicious, they break it down into smaller pieces, called antigens, which are presented to the

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/reprogramming-cancer-cells-immune-defenders - 2026-06-23

By reprogramming tumour cells to become the body’s defenders, Filipe Pereira and his colleagues hope to improve current cancer treatments. Right now, some of the immune system’s most important players, the dendritic cells, are patrolling your body in search of foreign substances. If they find something suspicious, they break it down into smaller pieces, called antigens, which are presented to the

https://www.lucc.lu.se/article/reprogramming-cancer-cells-immune-defenders - 2026-06-23

Lund University is now launching the recruitment process for the position of deputy vice-chancellor for the term of office beginning on 1 January 2027. The University Board approved the person specification on 27 April. Work is currently underway to recruit the Vice-Chancellor of Lund University, whose term will begin on 1 January 2027. However, it is not only the Vice-Chancellor’s term of office

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/person-specification-deputy-vice-chancellor-decided - 2026-06-24