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The LUNARC HPC desktop also referred to as "ThinLinc" has been re-enabled after resolving the security issues.  For more information on the HPC desktop, please connect to our user guide:Section on the LUNARC HPC desktop in the user guide (on readthedocs.io)If you encounter issues or have questions, please contact LUNARC support using our support page:Accessing LUNARC support via the support page

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/lunarc-hpc-desktop-thinlinc-re-enabled-after-security-upgrade - 2026-07-23

Update (10 June 2026, 12:45):The planned service stop for all LUNARC systems has been completed ahead of schedule. All systems are now back in service and available for use.We thank all users for their patience and understanding during this maintenance period. There will be a service stop for all LUNARC systems from 8th until 10th of June 2026.  The service stop is scheduled to start at 8:00 in th

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/lunarc-service-stop-8-10-june-2026-completed - 2026-07-23

Researchers use LUNARC in different ways, for example to work with larger datasets, run computational analyses, or access specialised software and environments.  LUNARC is currently exploring how web-based research environments can better support different research practices across disciplines at Lund University. As part of this work, we are organising a small, exploratory workshop where researche

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/supporting-research-practice-workflows-challenges-and-needs-may-2026 - 2026-07-23

We are currently working to improve our services and explore new ways of making advanced computational tools more accessible. This survey aims to better understand the needs of both current users and potential new users with no current experience of LUNARC resources.The results will be used to:Guide the development of future servicesIdentify short comings in current resource provisioningThe survey

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/lunarc-user-survey-2026 - 2026-07-23

The LUNARC team wishes everyone a wonderful Midsummer and a refreshing summer holiday.Over the summer period LUNARC support will be limited and response times may be longer than usual.   Unfortunately the LUNARC phone will be unstaffed over the summer.   If you have issues please contact us using the support form or email.  We will get back to you as soon as possible.Accessing LUNARC support using

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/lunarc-support-over-summer-period - 2026-07-23

As a precaution following a recent security-related issue, we had temporarily applied a configuration change on COSMOS. This change affected some workflows, particularly those using containers. Updated computes nodes (aka backend nodes) are currently released to the pool and can be utilised via e.g. the slurm scheduler or the Desktop on Demand system.  The updated nodes should be able to run conta

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/containers-and-workflows-should-work-again-cosmos-update-3-july - 2026-07-23

Due to important security updates, we need to temporarily close access to the login nodes while they are being updated and rebooted. We are also performing a rolling update of the compute nodes, during which interactive access to compute nodes will be unavailable.Running batch jobs will continue to run normally and are not affected. Only new logins and interactive access are temporarily unavailabl

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/login-nodes-temporarily-unavailable-due-security-updates-updated-260710 - 2026-07-23

The updated packages addressing the recent security issue have been installed, and users can once again log in to COSMOS as usual. Queues are open for jobs again.Running batch jobs continued to operate normally throughout the downtime and were unaffected.COSMOS-SENS is expected to open in the afternoon.Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked to resolve this issue.The LUNARC t

https://www.lunarc.lu.se/article/cosmos-login-nodes-are-now-open-again - 2026-07-23

In a time marked by rapid technological change and growing societal challenges, universities play a key role in shaping responsible and impactful innovation. Against this backdrop, CIRCLE invites researchers to come together to reflect, exchange perspectives, and co create knowledge on how innovation research can contribute to sustainable and systemic change. CIRCLE is hosting its third Innovation

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/upcoming-innovation-research-day-2026 - 2026-07-23

How is AI transforming research, innovation, and policy today – and how can you engage with it responsibly? Join the EU-SPRI Autumn School 2026 and the one-week intensive programme for PhD students and early-career researchers to learn about this current topic. The course aimed at PhD students and early-career researchers is held at CIRCLE in Lund, Sweden. It combines three key perspectives:AI as

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/application-open-ai-related-early-career-course - 2026-07-23

The Young Academy of Sweden has elected nine new members and CIRCLE researcher Johan Miörner is one of them. He hopes to use the platform this membership gives to influence the current decline in trust of academic knowledge as well as to build networks and start new collaborations. Johan Miörner is an Associate professor at the Department of Human Geography and faculty coordinator for Social scien

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/johan-miorner-new-member-young-academy-sweden - 2026-07-23

This seminar series explores ways to make knowledge more accessible and impactful, with a focus on improving living conditions where the need is greatest. It aims to promote alternative approaches to the democratization of knowledge in the Global South. Registration is now open for Knowledge Democratization for Inclusive Innovation Systems, an online seminar series aimed at PhD students, academic

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/new-seminar-series-knowledge-democratization-inclusive-innovation-systems-register-now - 2026-07-23

CIRCLE in Almedalen: Climate change, geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological development are challenging our social structures. At the same time, they create opportunities for innovation and new ways of thinking. The key question is: how can we turn uncertainty into action and build resilience for the future? During this year’s Almedalsveckan in Visby, where politicians, researchers, busine

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/crisis-opportunity-how-can-we-build-stronger-society - 2026-07-23

Did you miss Almedalen this year? You are invited to watch the recording of the panel discussion on the topic of crisis preparedness. We are facing major challenges related to climate change, geopolitical uncertainty, and technological change. Addressing these challenges will require significant societal and economic transformation, and our ability to adapt will be crucial in determining how resil

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/watch-almedalen-panel-discussion-hosted-circle - 2026-07-23

CIRCLE recently hosted an insightful seminar titled “Industry – University Cooperation – a Key Factor for Innovation”, featuring Philipp Janello, Head of Academic Relations and Innovation Politics at BMW Group. Philipp Janello shared BMW’s perspective on how collaboration between universities and large corporations can shape the future of innovation. Some areas of cooperation highlighted included:

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/industry-university-cooperation-key-driver-innovation - 2026-07-23

As we struggle with environmental and societal crises, there's a growing need to rethink the foundational ideas of industrial modernity according to Laur Kanger, Professor of Sustainability Transitions, who was the invited guest speaker at a policy seminar hosted by CIRCLE and SIRI. In his talk, Laur Kanger pointed out that industrial modernity has had a great impact on our society as the driver o

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/fixing-21st-century-problems-19th-century-ideas-call-new-thinking - 2026-07-23

Markus Grillitsch has been appointed Professor in Economic Geography at Lund University in a solemn ceremony upholding tradition with robes, speeches and music. His research focuses on regional development and people's living conditions, with a particular interest in factors that affect quality of life and well-being. The ceremony was held in the grand hall of the Main University Building where th

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/markus-grillitsch-appointed-professor-lund-university - 2026-07-23

Innovation is no longer just about technology – it is about shaping a sustainable, inclusive future. At the 2025 Innovation Research Day, researchers from different disciplines co-created an agenda for systemic change. The 2025 Innovation Research Day at Lund University resulted in a forward-looking research agenda at the intersection of innovation studies and sustainability research.“We need a re

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/shaping-future-research-agenda-innovation-and-sustainability - 2026-07-23

In the autumn of 2026, Lund University will launch a new international one-year Master's programme at Campus Helsingborg: Innovation and Societal Change. The programme is aimed at students who want to understand and influence how innovation can help address today’s major societal challenges – from climate change to social inequality. “Our society, both locally and globally, is facing multiple and

https://www.circle.lu.se/article/new-masters-programme-innovation-and-societal-change - 2026-07-23

Namn: Denis Nabokov Datum för disputation: 12 juni 2026 Titel på avhandling: Secure on Paper: Attacking Post-Quantum Cryptography in Practice With the threat of a large quantum computer that might appear in a foreseeable future, the classical cryptography and the currently used algorithms designed to secure the communication can no longer be considered safe. Therefore, new algorithms were proposed

https://www.eit.lth.se/artikel/denis-nabokov-post-quantum-kryptografi-och-dess-sakerhet - 2026-07-23