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This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Of all nocturnal animals, only dung beetles can hold their course using polarized moonlight. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have now shown that the beetles can use polarized light when its signal strength is weak,which may allow them to find their bearings when artificial light from cities swamp natural moon

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/dung-beetles-navigate-better-under-full-moon - 2026-04-23

Shovels, brushes and dusty excavations sites? For many people this is what comes to mind when they think of archeology. But the field has developed at an unprecedented pace during the last few decades, and now includes tools and methods such as 3D modelling, spatial analysis and even laser cameras mounted on drones. Nicolo Dell'Unto, researcher at Lund University, is part of a growing number of ar

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/archaeological-finds-without-digging - 2026-04-23

Each year approximately four thousand people in Sweden are diagnosed with lung cancer and nearly as many die each year from the disease. It is the fifth most common form of cancer in Sweden and the one which claims the most victims. At Lund University researchers are working on finding new methods to diagnose and treat the disease. Despite the fact that lung cancer is such a large-scale problem th

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/lung-cancer-early-diagnosis-leads-better-targeted-treatment - 2026-04-23

Less waste. Better quality. Reduced environmental impact. A safer work environment. By understanding burr formation, that is, of how much undesirable material is formed, in connection with cutting in the manufacturing industry, for example, it is possible to achieve significant economic and environmental benefits. However, knowledge in this area is limited. This is what Henrik Persson at the Facul

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/understanding-burr-formation-can-provide-competitive-edge - 2026-04-23

Planning a visit to Lund University? Join us for a campus tour and information session! Lund University campus tours and information sessionsWe offer frequent tours from April–September for visitors making plans to visit Lund throughout the academic year, as well as an information session introducing you to Lund University and an overview of study opportunities and how to apply. To attend the tour

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/connect-us-about-studies/lund/campus-tours-and-information-sessions - 2026-04-23

For over 300 years, pioneering research at Lund University has resulted in new products, methods and services, often in collaboration with industry. The first dialysis machine, ultrasound diagnostics and Bluetooth technology were all developed here, among other things. With strong support for innovation, research can lead to real-world benefits — such as new medicines, advanced materials, smart te

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/innovation - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. A research team that includes researchers from Lund University in Sweden, the University of California Santa Cruz, Cornell University and the University of São Paulo, has discovered that the scent of flowers of the same species can be completely different - despite growing only some10 kilometres apart. The study is no

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/scent-flower-varies-locally - 2026-04-23

Heart attacks and strokes are the most common causes of death in the world. One of the biggest risk factors for these diseases consists of elevated levels of blood lipids. Researchers are currently working on developing and testing new methods to help doctors find patients at high risk of these diseases. If proven successful, they could also help patients with diabetes. Many people are unaware of

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/can-new-methods-help-doctors-find-high-risk-patients - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Can the singing-voice last for life? For some people, the voice quality deteriorates as early as in their fifties, while others sound great well into old age. Nobody really knows why it is so and there is no scientific evidence to back it up. A unique research project will now be initiated by Symf (The Swedish Union o

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/unique-research-aging-voices - 2026-04-23

Why do we process your personal data? The Alumni Network All students who have completed at least 30 ECTS credits at Lund University can become a member of the Lund University Alumni Network. We also welcome those who have worked at the University or who are otherwise involved in educational or research activities at Lund University. If you join the Alumni Network, your details will be stored in t

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/alumni/processing-personal-data-system-alumni-relations - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The Lund University School of Industrial Design has been partially funded by the IKEA Foundation since its inception 20 years ago. The IKEA Foundation has now donated an additional EUR 33 million to the school. The donation is one of the largest since Lund University was founded in 1666. “The significance of design ha

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/lund-university-receives-historic-eur-33-million-donation-ikea-foundation - 2026-04-23

As a student at Lund University, you can join a wide range of student associations. These are run by and for students and focus on interests such as music, theatre ('spex'), politics, religion, technology and more. Shortcuts to page content: Find a student association that suits youList of student associationsStarting a student associationAdding a student association on this pageFind a student ass

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/student-organisations/student-associations - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Tuberculosis (TB) is the world’s most widespread infectious disease. Each year, close to two million people die of the disease and the number of antibiotic-resistant tuberculosis bacteria is increasing. There is a considerable need for alternatives to antibiotics. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden, and at Imper

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/peptide-derived-fungi-kills-tb-bacteria - 2026-04-23

In his research in zebrafish, Olov Andersson of Karolinska Institutet strives to generate insulin-producing cells and new treatment methods for diabetes. This has led to his selection as a recipient of the Leif Groop award for outstanding research, awarded by the Lund University Diabetes Centre and sponsored by Novo Nordisk Sweden. “It is terrific for our research to be recognised in this way, par

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/prize-awarded-research-zebrafish-could-lead-new-treatments-diabetes - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The Swedish-Egyptian mission at Gebel el-Silsila in Egypt, led by Dr. Maria Nilsson and John Ward from Lund University, has discovered a New Kingdom sandstone workshop and several sculptures during their excavations. "This discovery is unique, as it is the first intact ram-headed sphinx found in a workshop, together w

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-kingdom-workshop-and-ram-headed-sphinxes-excavated-gebel-el-silsila - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Nearly 100 species of swift are completely adapted to life in the air. That is the conclusion of researchers at Lund University in Sweden after having studied a third species and observing that some individuals did not land for over three months. “They eat and sleep while they are airborne. This is something that rese

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/swifts-are-born-eat-and-sleep-air - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Solar storms can be far more powerful than previously thought. A new study has found evidence for the third known case of a massive solar storm in historical times. The researchers believe that society might not be sufficiently prepared if a similar event were to happen now. Our planet is constantly being bombarded by

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/researchers-uncover-additional-evidence-massive-solar-storms - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Virtual Reality technology could become an efficient tool for older people with balance problems or for rehabilitation following injuries or illness that affect balance and movement. In a new study published in Scientific Reports, researchers from Lund University in Sweden have studied how the human balance system is

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/virtual-reality-could-improve-your-balance-study-finds - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The giant planet Jupiter was formed four times further from the sun than its current orbit, and migrated inwards in the solar system over a period of 700 000 years. Researchers found proof of this incredible journey thanks to a group of asteroids close to Jupiter. It is known that gas giants around other stars are oft

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/jupiters-unknown-journey-revealed - 2026-04-23

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. By generating 3D images of bumblebees’ compound eyes, researchers at Lund University in Sweden have discovered how bumblebees differ in their vision. The results could contribute to increased knowledge about the pollination process - once researchers are able to determine which flowers different bees see easily, and w

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/3d-models-reveal-why-bigger-bumblebees-see-better - 2026-04-23