Written by Abigail Altman Meet Chimezie Harrison Umeano, a doctoral student at Lund University, exploring the intersection of regeneration and cancer biology. In this interview, he discusses his scientific work, the camaraderie in his lab, and the unique experiences that come with being an international student in the heart of Scandinavia. Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your journey i

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/chimezie-umeano - 2025-07-05

Written by Vivien Horvath Daniel Twohig is a postdoctoral researcher at Lund University investigating the development of cell-based therapies for stroke recovery. In this interview, Daniel shares the challenges and rewards of embracing a scientific career later in life. He also discusses how organizations can foster more inclusive science in the future and highlights the importance of inspiring a

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/daniel-twohig - 2025-07-05

Written by Nicholas Leigh In this interview, Sandeep Gopal, research group leader at Lund Stem Cell Center, shares how his journey through science has taken him across the globe and reflects on the insights he has gained from working in various laboratory settings with diverse teams along the way. Q: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what inspired you to pursue a career in research?A: I wis

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/sandeep-gopal - 2025-07-05

Written by Vivien Horvath Raquel Garza is a postdoctoral researcher at Lund University with a background in computational neurobiology. In this interview, she reflects on her journey as a woman in science, highlights what academic institutions can do to support international talent and offers guidance for aspiring students interested in pursuing a science-related career abroad. Q: Can you tell us

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/raquel-garza - 2025-07-05

Written by Vivien Horvath Niklas Engström, laboratory engineer in the Molecular Physiology and Molecular Evolution research groups at Lund Stem Cell Center, shares his journey through science and what sparked his interest in biotechnology. In this interview, Niklas tells us about his experiences in academia and offers some food for thought when working within an international laboratory environmen

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/niklas-engstrom - 2025-07-05

Written by Alexis Luis In this interview, we explore the research journeys of Sofie Mohlin and Nicholas Leigh, Associate Professors at Lund University and co-chairs of the DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) committee at Lund Stem Cell Center. They discuss their unique paths into stem cell and regenerative medicine research, the challenges they have encountered, and their aspirations for foster

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/Diverse-Perspectives-SCC/sofie-mohlin-nick-leigh - 2025-07-05

The National ATMP Research School is excited to introduce the 2024 cohort of selected co-funded projects and affiliated students. These innovative research projects are set to make significant contributions to the field of advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMP). Below is the list of this year’s projects and the researchers driving these initiatives: National ATMP Research School Cohort 2024Co-

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/atmp-research-school/selected-projects - 2025-07-05

A course offered by the National ATMP Research School - 1.5 ECTS The course offered by Umeå University will provide an introductory overview of ATMPs from bench to bedside. Course Content:Students will start by gaining a basic understanding of the cellular and molecular science that underpins ATMPs. The students will be introduced to the pre-clinical requirements of ATMP development enabling trans

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/atmp-research-school/program-overview/introduction-advanced-therapy-medicinal-products-atmps - 2025-07-05

The #InnovationForGood Award was arranged in India during 2015 and 2016 in collaboration between SASNET and Centre for Work Technology and Social Change (WTS) at Lund University. Prize winners 2016  Paul D'Souza representing TouchéThe first prize winner of the #InnovationForGood Award is Touché. The motiivation: This innovation can assist millions of people worldwide to information that others tak

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/research/current-research-projects/sweden-south-asia-media-project/workshops-2015-and-2016/innovation-good-award-2015-and-2016 - 2025-07-05

Events

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Program for workshop, September 23 2016Venue: LUX:C121, Helgonavägen 3, 223 62 LundDirections: https://goo.gl/maps/usP6248PvAL209.30 IntroductionPresenter: Andreas Mattsson, SASNET and School of Journalism (Journalistutbildningen) at Lund University09.45 Media challenges in the digital era in India and SwedenPresenters: Vibodh Parthasarathi (CCMG, Jamia Milia Islamia) and Andreas Mattsson10.30 Bre

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/program-digital-transition-media - 2025-07-05

Here you find all recorded session from the workshop organized in Lund on September 23, 2016.

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/watch-all-sessions-digital-transition-media - 2025-07-05

Welcome to the Swedish South Asian Studies Network Upcoming Events Join us to learn more about South Asia and new interersting research on the region.  Grants SASNET supports South Asia research at Lund University by awarding grants. About SASNET Proudly promoting research on South Asia since the year 2000. News from SASNET Sign up to the SASNET Newsletter Get updates on events, grants and interes

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/sasnet-swedish-south-asian-studies-network - 2025-07-05

Here you find all recorded sessions from Media and Innovation Days arranged in Mumbai on October 13, 2016 by SASNET and Centre for Work, Technology and Social Change. Presentations by shortlisted candidates in #InnovationForGood Award 2016:

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/watch-all-sessions-media-and-innovation-day-2016 - 2025-07-05

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SASNET regularly hosts public lectures, also digitally, in collaboration with various departments at Lund University and external institutions and organises international conferences, workshops, and symposia on South Asia. In the left menu you can read more about upcoming events and watch previous recorded lectures.  Calendar Don't miss out on our upcoming events. Read our activity reports from pr

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SASNET facilitates the exchange of students, faculty and staff between South Asia and Sweden by supporting such research and educational activities as the Linnaeus Palme mobility programme. SASNET has also been strongly involved in the South Asia-related Erasmus Mundus exchange programmes funded by the European Commission and coordinated by Lund University. 

https://www.sasnet.lu.se/students/exchange-programmes - 2025-07-05

Read about SASNET's ongoing research activities.    Religion and politics in Sri Lanka To broaden the knowledge about the role of religion in the ethnic conflicts in Sri Lanka this project deal with difficult historical and contemporaneous problems that the country suffers from.

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More information coming soon. 

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