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By invading Ukraine, Russia is not only violating international law - it is also preventing people in Ukraine from enjoying the most basic human rights, such as the right to health care, medicine and education. Lena Halldenius and Jessica Almqvist, both professors of human rights and coordinators of Lund University's new profile area Human Rights in a Polarised World, answer four questions about h

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/war-ultimate-violation-human-rights - 2026-04-17

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https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/lubas/i-uoh-lu-sgutv/what-filippa-says-about-bachelors-development-studies - 2026-04-17

Russia's invasion of Ukraine was clearly illegal. Yet it is unlikely that Vladimir Putin will be held accountable. Most people agree that war is morally wrong. But what is the legal framework? The UN Charter, which in 1945 laid the foundations for the UN's missions, powers, rules of procedure and organisation, prohibits military force between states. However, there are exceptions, such as when the

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/charges-against-putin-unlikely - 2026-04-17

The war in Ukraine has now been going on for a year. The devastation is enormous, as are the human rights abuses. At the moment, most of the talk is about arms supplies and very little about diplomacy. When will be the appropriate time for diplomatic talks? An interview with Karin Aggestam, professor of political science and expert on diplomacy and peace processes. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/has-diplomacy-been-exhausted - 2026-04-17

Does negotiating Sweden's NATO membership mean that the government is prepared to tinker with basic human rights and values? According to two political scientists, there is a risk of this happening. In the summer of 2022, Turkey, Sweden and Finland proposed an agreement that would see Turkey's NATO applications approved. The agreement was signed at a NATO meeting in Madrid. Although Turkey suspend

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/sweden-must-stand-turkey-conflict-over-values - 2026-04-17

Show more news Human rights research at Lund University In a world of rising tensions, human rights are increasingly important. By bringing together several research disciplines, researchers at Lund University aim to address global societal problems and promote human rights as effective tools for justice.Human rights

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/category/human-rights - 2026-04-17

Show more news Light and material research at Lund University More efficient solar cells that are ultra-thin and flexible. Cleaner fuel that uses light to convert carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide. These are examples of discoveries that show how knowledge of light and materials can create new, more sustainable products for the future.Light and materials

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/category/light-and-materials - 2026-04-17

Show more news Natural and artificial cognition research at Lund University By studying the behaviour of living entities and combining this with research into robots and software, researchers at Lund University are gaining groundbreaking insights into how intelligent systems work.Natural and artificial cognition

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/category/natural-and-artificial-cognition - 2026-04-17

Show more news Research in nature-based solutions at Lund University Nature-based future solutions is one of five profile areas at Lund University. The area's unique research aims to improve people's lives and solve global problems.Biodiversity loss and the climate crisis are closely linked. A warmer climate impacts wildlife, entire ecosystems and people, while biodiversity loss exacerbates the ef

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/category/nature-based-future-solutions - 2026-04-17

Show more news Research in proactive ageing at Lund University By studying different stages of ageing and focusing on people in midlife, researchers at Lund University are developing proactive approaches for health care, social services and community planning. This will contribute to improved health and quality of life for future generations of older people.Proactive ageing

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/category/proactive-ageing - 2026-04-17

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/lubas/i-uoh-lu-egibu/what-ada-says-about-bachelors-international-business - 2026-04-17

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/lubas/i-uoh-lu-takak/what-beatriz-says-about-masters-disaster-risk-management-and-climate-change-adaptation - 2026-04-17

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/lubas/i-uoh-lu-nabif/what-nikhilesh-says-about-masters-bioinformatics - 2026-04-17

Select your programme and your back-upsWhen applying for Master's degree studies, you need to go to the University Admissions's website and select one Master's programme, but you also have the option of adding up to three back-up programmes. If you are applying for Bachelor's degree studies, you choose one programme, with the option of adding up to seven back-up programmes. However, please note th

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/applying-studies-when-apply/ranking-your-choices - 2026-04-17

New advances in medicine, life and health Proactive ageing Cancer Diabetes Epidemiology Neuroscience Stem cells The combination of cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research is essential in order to generate new knowledge on how we can prevent diseases, live healthier, improve diagnostics and develop innovative treatments. The aim is to contribute to higher quality of life and better health. The

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/focus-areas/better-health - 2026-04-17

Advanced technologies that are changing our lives as we know it Light and materials Natural and artificial cognition Nanoscience E-Science Information technology The development of advanced technological solutions is moving fast and is needed in all areas of life. New technologies are essential for society, for treatment of diseases and for the development of efficient, clean and secure energy. Hi

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/focus-areas/future-technology - 2026-04-17

Environmental and sustainability challenges Nature-based future solutions Biodiversity and ecosystems Climate research Middle East Nanoscience Sustainable production We have a responsibility to leave our planet in a state that ensures a good life for future generations. Our research contributes to a better understanding of the problems around us, but also to solving current and future environmenta

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/focus-areas/sustainable-planet - 2026-04-17

Challenges in sustainable community building and democracy Human rights Middle East We want to contribute to a culture of open debate and a stronger democracy. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, we can address global social problems, promote human rights and contribute to social sustainability. Lund University conducts research that creates a deeper understanding of today's major societal is

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/focus-areas/open-societies - 2026-04-17

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/lubas/i-uoh-lu-eagei/what-dian-says-about-masters-entrepreneurship-and-innovation - 2026-04-17