By ylva [dot] van_meeningen [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Ylva van Meeningen) - published 28 May 2025 Photos by Yuan Liu and Quang Ngyuen from Unsplash and LU media bank. The Sustainable Development Goal number 8, ‘Decent work and economic growth’, is based on the idea that decent employment opportunities create fair globalization and reduce poverty. But the goal is often seen as conflicting with ot

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/workshop-12-september-decent-work-and-economic-growth-possibility-or-miss - 2025-06-16

Published 15 May 2025 Vice-Chancellor’s blog: On 23 May, I once again had the honour of giving the doctoral degree conferment speech in Lund’s beautiful cathedral. This year the starting point of the speech was interaction, such as that between the reason-based Age of Enlightenment and the emotionally-driven Romantic era. The interaction between sense and sensibility not only shapes our private li

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/sense-and-sensibility-conferment-and-ceremony - 2025-06-16

By Jonas [dot] andersson [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Jonas Andersson) - published 3 June 2025 The University’s major ceremonial event, the Doctoral Degree Conferment Ceremony, took place on 23 May. There were degrees conferred on 239 doctors and 14 honorary doctors and 30 doctors became jubilee doctors. Despite the rainy and windy weather on the day, the procession was able to proceed to

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/hats-and-wreaths-239-doctors - 2025-06-16

By anna [dot] mansfeld [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Anna Mansfeld) - published 3 June 2025 Lund University is taking an important step to strengthen research on total defence and preparedness through the establishment of LUPREP at Campus Helsingborg.  “This is not to be a narrow-minded centre where everyone thinks the same. It will be a place for critical dialogue,” says Johan Bergström,

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/much-anticipated-centre-takes-shape-johan-bergstrom-will-be-director-luprep - 2025-06-16

By karin [dot] lilja [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Karin Lilja) - published 3 June 2025 A newly procured case management system, a new Support Centre, LU Box clear out and a gentle reminder to obtain strong authentication – from 9 June it will also be required for booking business travel. New case management system procuredThe procurement of a new case management system for the entire Univ

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/it-news-case-system-support-centre-and-document-clear-out - 2025-06-16

By jenny [dot] hansson [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Jenny Hansson) - published 2 June 2025 Nine projects have been granted funding through the Sustainability Fund and the call for applications concerning Sustainable Idea Exploration. The aim of the call is to take early ideas from research to innovation that can make a difference to society. The funded projects each receive a maximum of SEK 150,000

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/sustainability-fund-enables-nine-new-projects - 2025-06-16

By jessika [dot] sellergren [at] lth [dot] lu [dot] se (Jessika Sellergren) - published 29 May 2025 Vice-Chancellor Erik Renström at last years Almedalen. Lund University is returning to Almedalen with a broad programme to strengthen the public discussion about higher education and research. Since the university's first participation in 2009, the commitment has grown, and this year around 50 emplo

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/ai-crisis-and-quantum-lund-university-almedalen - 2025-06-16

By anna [dot] mansfeld [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Anna Mansfeld) - published 4 June 2025 The summer is approaching and soon it will be time to enjoy a well-deserved break. Allow yourself to let go of things, recharge your batteries and savour the sunshine. Annual leave is not only about relaxing, but also giving body and soul the time they need for recovery. Following the tips below can

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/preparing-your-summer-holiday - 2025-06-16

By sanna [dot] trygg [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Sanna Trygg) - published 11 June 2025 The search is on for 25 researchers from around the world in Lund University’s largest ever international recruitment drive. The main focus will be on AI research and other cutting-edge fields. Lund University’s body of researchers is getting reinforcements. If all goes according to plan, no fewer than

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/largest-global-researcher-recruitment-drive-ever - 2025-06-16

By webbansvarig [at] hr [dot] lu [dot] se (HR-sektionens webbansvarig) - published 11 June 2025 In Primula you can carry out many tasks relating to your employment, including viewing your salary statements, applying for annual leave, register sick leave , submit travel expenses and reporting secondary employment. From 15 September 2025, strong authentication will be required to log in to Primula.

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/salary-system-primula-will-require-strong-authentication-login-15-september - 2025-06-16

By sophie [dot] hellstrand [at] med [dot] lu [dot] se (Sophie Hellstrand) - published 9 June 2025 Join us for a dynamic day that brings together researchers, technology platforms, and strategic research initiatives to spotlight the powerful synergies driving life science forward in southern Sweden. Theme for 2025: “Accelerating strategic research through collaboration, infrastructure, and innovati

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/scilifelab-lund-day-23-october - 2025-06-16

By agata [dot] garpenlind [at] med [dot] lu [dot] se (Agata Garpenlind) - published 11 June 2025 Maria Ekelin with her daughter Sigrid in Austin, Texas. Private image. A few years ago, Maria Ekelin, programme director for our midwifery programme at the University of Texas, taught within the framework of STINT Teaching Sabbatical. "I'm passionate about educational issues and always have the Univers

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/time-apply-teaching-sabbatical-among-most-fun-things-ive-done-teacher - 2025-06-16

By stina [dot] lundkvist [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Stina Lundkvist) - published 13 June 2025 Agenda 2030 Award winner Jesica López presents her research at the awards ceremony during Sustainability Week. Photo Stina Lundkvist. The ninth Sustainability Week took place on a sunny week in early May and attracted many visitors with its wide range of topics and activities. Over 3500 visitors particip

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/great-engagement-during-sustainability-week-2025 - 2025-06-16

By asa [dot] thormahlen [at] med [dot] lu [dot] se (Åsa Thormählen) - published 20 April 2025 The current interdisciplinary research groups at Pufendorf IAS offer a palette of inspiring events. All events are free of charge, but you need to register for them. Greyzone Genomics - 7 May7 May Theme Greyzone Genomics which will take Pufendorf IAS on a road trip to Stockholm and hold their event at (an

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/pufendorf-themes-invite-you-their-end-events - 2025-06-16

By eva [dot] johannesson [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Eva Johannesson) - published 7 May 2025 In February, the National Property Board (SFV) carried out supplementary test measurements on the air in several spaces of the Main University Building to ascertain the building’s air flows. The Occupational Health Service at Lund University has now completed its assessment of the health risks ba

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/main-university-building-will-be-closed-2026-onwards - 2025-06-16

By eva [dot] johannesson [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Eva Johannesson) - published 5 May 2025 In February, the National Property Board (SFV) carried out supplementary test measurements on the air in several spaces of the Main University Building to ascertain the building’s air flows. The Occupational Health Service at Lund University has now completed its assessment of the health risks ba

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/main-university-building-will-be-closed-2026-onwards-1 - 2025-06-16

Published 6 May 2025 Trump’s attack on US universities and their research is actually a broader attack on democratic values, according to historian of knowledge Johan Östling. By destroying them, the Trump administration is paving the way for a very different kind of society.  “We need to understand the breadth and depth of this offensive,” says Johan Östling.Could you put Trump’s actions against

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/researcher-johan-ostling-attack-us-universities-unprecedented - 2025-06-16

By maria [dot] esaiasson [at] kommunikation [dot] lu [dot] se (Maria Esaiasson) - published 2 May 2025 On November 19–20, we gather for the third time to listen, learn and discuss accessible and inclusive education. The conference is free and open to teaching staff and employees with close student contacts at Lund University. The conference is held in Swedish and English. The conference will run f

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/one-lu-everyone-conference-inclusive-education - 2025-06-16

By jenny [dot] hansson [at] cec [dot] lu [dot] se (Jenny Hansson) - published 1 May 2025 Lund University has high ambitions for integrating sustainable development into its education, research, external engagement and organisational development, and has been ranked the third most sustainable university in the world. Being an internationally recognised university is often thought to necessitate a c

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/sustainable-work-seminar-academic-flying-may-22 - 2025-06-16

Published 1 May 2025 For many years there has been an on-going discussion about how academic freedom is being challenged in many parts of the world, including Sweden. And when even some of the strongest academic bastions in the world such as Harvard are now fighting for their independence against the American federal administration’s political directives, it is clear that academia has not been cry

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/storm-clouds-gather-usa-institutional-freedom-and-independent-academia-are-essential - 2025-06-16