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This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC) was ranked as one of Sweden's three best research environments in the medical sciences in the Final Evaluation of the Linnaeus funding program. - It was really gratifying to read the report. We are very proud to see how the long-term efforts have paid off and positioned LUDC amon

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/ludc-top-ranked-national-evaluation - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Message from the LUDC Executive Board. Dear Friends and colleagues,We are all now well aware that the COVID-19 pandemic is spreading fast in Sweden and around the world. There is a lot of information to digest. Some of this is factual and helpful, but there is also a great deal of poorly informed speculation, that ris

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/updates-covid-19 - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. A method that will quickly and easily detect diabetic neuropathy, nerve damage caused by high blood sugar, is under development. The aim is to identify individuals in the risk zone so that it is possible to initiate early treatment to prevent, or even reverse, the development. Neuropathy can be difficult to diagnose.

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/screening-reveals-early-nerve-damage - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Article in The Conversation by Paul Franks, professor of genetic epidemiology and Peter M Nilsson, professor of internal medicine - epidemiology at Lund University. A growing number of Swedish doctors and scientists are raising alarm over the Swedish government’s approach to COVID-19. Unlike its Nordic neighbours, Swe

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/sweden-under-fire-relaxed-coronavirus-approach-heres-science-behind-it - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. In type 2 diabetes, the body’s cells are unable to assimilate the essential hormone insulin which is produced in the beta cells of the pancreas. Exactly what is wrong with the beta cells in type 2 diabetes is the question to which Professor Erik Renström at Lund University Diabetes Centre is searching for an answer. A

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/nordic-award-research-what-wrong-beta-cells-type-2-diabetes - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Olle Melander, professor of Internal Medicine and consultant at Skåne University Hospital, has received the prestigious European Research Council’s (ERC) Advanced Grant of approximately SEK 25 million. Olle Melander, Professor of Internal Medicine, does research on new preventive treatments for diabetes and cardiovasc

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/olle-melander-awarded-erc-advanced-grants - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Oktawia Nilsson's doctoral thesis describes Apolipoprotein A-I (shortly named ApoA-I), the main protein of HDL also known as “the good” cholesterol. Based on the experiments performed in the scientific papers included in this thesis, we propose that ApoA-I can be used as a promising treatment for diabetes and cardiova

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/apolipoprotein-i-good-player-dark-side - 2026-05-15

The outbreak of covid19 has made us go more virtual than ever. During Oktawia Nilssons doctoral defense her opponent was connected by Zoom, and so was her relatives who could follow the webinar from Poland. The only thing that has been postponed is the celebration…   Did you ever fear the dissertation should be cancelled or postponed? -    Yes, I was very worried. I felt ready to defend my PhD and

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/doctoral-defense-corona-style - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. A new app to fight covid-19 in Sweden by tracking symtoms is on its way. Watch professor Paul Franks when he explains the idea behind it. Watch the video

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/video-app-will-predict-risk-and-outbreak-coronavirus-sweden - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have launched a free app to help map the spread of infection in Sweden and increase knowledge of the coronavirus. “Data from the app will give us a clearer picture of the development of the disease and why some people only experience mild symptoms while others get seriously ill

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/covid-symptom-tracker-app-launched-sweden - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Future Faculty is pleased to announce the 2020 Minerva Leadership Award winner: associate professor Malin Fex. A webinar with the winner is booked for the 25th of May, 14.30 - 15.00. More details about the webinar will be posted on the Future faculty website. Malin will provide a short presentation and will answer que

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/malin-fex-winner-2020-minerva-leadership-award - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The POInT clinic at the Clinical Research Centre (CRC) in Malmö welcomes parents with their young children. One of the research nurses who sees them is Annika Björne Fors, who coordinates all sample-taking and appointments related to the study. The clinic is located one floor above the main entrance and belongs to bot

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/intersection-healthcare-and-academia - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Research published in the research journal Diabetologia needs to meet a high standard of quality. Most of the manuscripts submitted are rejected. At the start of 2021, Hindrik Mulder, MD and professor at Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC), will take over as editor-in-chief of the journal. After just over 10 years

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/hindrik-mulder-incoming-editor-chief-diabetologia - 2026-05-15

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC) will join a new IMI project - SOPHIA - which will contribute to a more patient-centric and equitable narrative around obesity and its multiple impacts on individuals from both a social and medical perspective. The project will provide evidence-based classification of predictors f

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/sophia-aims-improve-obesity-treatment-and-change-narrative-around-obesity - 2026-05-15

The Pufendorf institute celebrates 15 years as an Institute for Advanced Study and many interdisciplinary groups have been at here and experienced the value of thinking and working together across disciplinary boundaries. We are happy to see that Pufendorf collaborations have continued and that several have received external funding for large interdisciplinary projects based on the work done here

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/our-alumni-are-golden-and-deserve-bonus - 2026-05-15

2024 was the year when Pufendorf IAS' calls for applications reached further and beyond. We received many applications both to start Advanced Study Groups and Themes at the Pufendorf Institute. Decisions on which Theme applications will go all the way will be made in April. Right now, we are pleased to welcome four new Advanced Study Groups starting in February, 2025. Advanced Study Groups 2025Sto

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/four-new-advanced-study-groups-start-1-february-2025 - 2026-05-15

As advancements in genetic technology continue to benefit human health, concerns are mounting over their potential misuse in geopolitical conflicts. While discussions on the risks of genetic technology in international affairs have often focused on dramatic scenarios – such as so-called "genetic bioweapons" – a team of interdisciplinary researchers argues that the reality is far more complex: less

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/greyzone-genomics-assessing-risks-dna-technology-global-power-struggles - 2026-05-15

Although the public sector makes up half of our economy, there is currently no interdisciplinary tax centre in Sweden. By linking research to specific societal challenges, Lund University aims to contribute to a more sustainable and efficient tax policy, while also reinforcing Sweden’s position in the global debate on the future tax system. Researchers at Lund University are launching a new interd

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/researchers-lund-university-launch-swedens-first-interdisciplinary-tax-centre - 2026-05-15

The digital transformation of our world and the use of innovative digital technologies, including AI, reshape economic, social, political, and cultural interactions in most areas of life. While digital technologies may offer possibilities for development and action, they also raise concerns about integrity, privacy, and democratic values. Also: the benefits and risks of digital technology are not

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/welcome-conference-digijustice-human-rights-age-ai-15-may - 2026-05-15

Soon, it is that time of year again, where current Themes, our interdisciplinary research groups here at Pufendorf IAS, arrange a palette of events. The events are open for all and free admission - but you do need to register for them. Enjoy interdisciplinary research outreach at its best! Pufendorf Themes invite you to their "end-events"7 May Theme Greyzone Genomics which will take Pufendorf IAS

https://www.pi.lu.se/en/article/eventful-spring-awaits - 2026-05-15