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This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have published new research findings on the role of the intestinal barrier in the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis (MS). Within medical science, it is not known for certain how MS develops or why the body’s immune system attacks cells in the central nervous system. Inflamm

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/intestinal-barrier-damage-multiple-sclerosis - 2026-05-29

Here you will find contact details and links to information about where to turn with questions relating to studies, collaboration, finances and emergencies, among other things. The University's contact informationThe University switchboard is usually open from 8:00 to 16:30 on weekdays. However, on certain occasions such as working day between holidays, it closes earlier.Telephone (switchboard):+4

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/contact-us - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. 13 lactic acid bacteria found in the honey stomach of bees have shown promising results in a series of studies at Lund University in Sweden. The group of bacteria counteracted antibiotic-resistant MRSA in lab experimentsThe bacteria, mixed into honey, has healed horses with persistent woundsThe formula has previously

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/bacteria-bees-possible-alternative-antibiotics - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Experts available for commentary and analysis at Lund University, Sweden Mikael SundströmSenior Lecturer, Department of Political ScienceParty politics, overview of Swedish political landscape, education policyContact:mikael [dot] sundstrom [at] svet [dot] lu [dot] se (mikael[dot]sundstrom[at]svet[dot]lu[dot]se)+46 70

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/swedish-elections-list-experts - 2026-05-29

Spirituality in SwedenSweden is a very secular nation in practice, but the many church buildings throughout the country bear witness to a long historical presence of the Christian faith. More than half of the population in Sweden are members of the Church of Sweden (Svenska Kyrkan), which is Lutheran. However, only a small proportion of its members regularly attend Sunday services. There are also

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/faith-and-spirituality - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Lund University has been ranked as the 60th best university in the world and number one in Sweden by the QS World University Rankings 2014/15, released today. The latest rankings see Lund University strengthen its world top 100 university position by seven places from last year.Within Sweden, Lund University is ranked

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/ranked-one-best-universities-world - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. One of Europe's most well-preserved 17th century mummies has been discovered in Lund, Sweden. Researchers at Lund University now hope it will shed some light on the medical and historical mysteries of everyday life in the 1600s. "When we opened up the coffin, it was remarkable. Inside the coffin, there was an old man

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/astonishingly-well-preserved-mummy-found - 2026-05-29

Consumers may say they look for high quality when they choose groceries at the supermarket - or that they would be willing to pay more for eco-friendly, locally sourced food products. However, what really drives our choices is the status of a product, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden.     "Consumers can't gauge what high quality is without the status of a brand guiding them

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/status-most-important-food-shoppers - 2026-05-29

The LU Card is your personal access card at Lund University. You use it to enter university buildings, borrow library books, and print documents. It may also be used for attendance registration, depending on your course. What you can use the LU Card forAs an ID card within the universityTo access buildings and rooms needed for your studiesAs a library card at Lund University librariesAs a printing

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance/lu-card - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The first live concert with a band consisting only of 3D-printed instruments has taken place at Lund University in Sweden. The band included a drum, keyboard and two guitars, all 3D-printed by Lund University professor Olaf Diegel. The band members were students at Lund University’s Malmö Academy of Music. WATCH: 3D-p

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/worlds-first-live-concert-3d-printed-band - 2026-05-29

Course literature is an important part of your studies. You can access the books you need by borrowing them from the library, buying them new or used, or using online resources. Planning ahead can help you save both time and money. Reading listsUniversity programmes and courses often have long reading lists. These are usually available at the start of the course and include the books you are expec

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/literature-and-libraries/course-literature - 2026-05-29

What's the difference between a department and a faculty? What is Ladok? On this page, you will find descriptions of a selection of terms that you may encounter during your studies at Lund University (Swedish terms in brackets). Below, you can find common words and phrases related to: Studies Student life Roles Studies Academic quarter (akademisk kvart) The academic quarter is a concept of time us

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/new-students/common-words-and-phrases - 2026-05-29

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. The traditional understanding in neuroscience is that tactile sensations from the skin are only assembled to form a complete experience in the cerebral cortex, the most advanced part of the brain. However, this is challenged by new research findings from Lund University in Sweden that suggest both that other levels in

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-findings-how-brain-handles-tactile-sensations - 2026-05-29

As a student at Lund University, you will receive a personal student account with a username and password. This account gives you access to essential digital services, including the student email, the learning platform Canvas, Wi-Fi on campus, the University Library’s online services and licensed software. How to activate your student accountYou must activate your student account yourself. You wil

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance/student-account - 2026-05-29

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden and other institutions have worked out how the pigment of the skin manages to protect the body from the sun’s dangerous UV rays. The skin pigment converts the UV radiation into heat through a rapid chemical reaction that shoots protons from the molecules of the pigment. In a new study, the team from Lund University, working with colleagues in France and Ita

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/skin-pigment-renders-suns-uv-radiation-harmless-using-projectiles - 2026-05-29

For help with everyday questions and issues as a student Welcome all international students!All incoming international students are welcome to contact the International Desk for help with practical matters. Anything from where to buy a bike, how to find your department or how to get involved in student life is welcome.The International Desk can also provide you with a manually signed transcript of

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/international-desk - 2026-05-29

Studying abroad can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it can also be a complex one. We offer a wide range of services, resources and tools to help you with your studies and everyday student life at Lund University. Quick links to key systemsAll of the systems below require you to log in with your student account.Canvas – learning platformLadok – system for grades, credits and registrat

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support - 2026-05-29

General entry requirementsBachelor's level studies:To meet the general entry requirements for Bachelor’s level studies all students must:have successfully completed their upper secondary education (post-16) that gives access to universities in the student’s home country. Note that for students who received their final school grades after 31 December 2009, there is an additional entry requirement f

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/entry-requirements - 2026-05-29

As a student at Lund University, you have access to a range of digital services to support your studies. This page provides information about your student account, email, software, printing, network access, and the LU card – everything you need to get started. Student accountYour student account gives you access to Lund University's digital services, including your student email, learning platform

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance - 2026-05-29

Register with the University's career portalAll students at Lund University can register with the Careers Service's career portal, Career Hub. Here you can find everything from jobs and internships to career events in Sweden and around Europe.Get career inspiration or take one of several quizzes to find out what motivates you and what you need to thrive in a future workplace.Membership of Career H

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/study-guidance-and-career/careers-service - 2026-05-29