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New research results now published from Lund University’s MASAI trial are even better than the initial findings from last year: AI-supported breast screening detected 29 per cent more cases of cancer compared with traditional screening. More invasive cancers were also clearly detected at an early stage using AI. Now the final part of the research study will focus on breast cancer missed by screeni
Higher dose cohort initiated after positive early safety evaluation in Parkinson's therapy. After a positive initial safety evaluation, the pioneering STEM-PD clinical trial has advanced to higher dose testing. STEM-PD is a first-in-human clinical trial testing a new investigational therapy for Parkinson’s disease aimed at replacing the dopamine cells lost to the disease with healthy ones derived
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/update-stem-pd-clinical-trial-stem-cell-based-transplant-parkinsons-disease - 2026-04-29
Art and culture help us to understand society and ourselves. Lund University, with its artistic and cultural knowledge formation, has a key role to play in this. A new Cultural Council has now been formed to act both as a forum for ideas and a discussion partner in this work. “There are entirely new, fresh eyes that see our cultural richness, that see opportunities and connections associated with
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-cultural-council-stimulates-cultural-dialogue - 2026-04-29
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In 2022, Sweden became the first country in the world to allow body checking in women's ice hockey. Major hockey nations are now following Lund University's research on the consequences of tougher plays on the ice. A first study shows that almost nine out of ten players in the Swedish women's hockey league are in favour of body checking – regardless of their own size. “We found that interesting. T
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/swedish-female-ice-hockey-players-favour-body-checking - 2026-04-29
In France, there has long been a heated debate over gender-inclusive language, with critics warning that it makes texts difficult to read. However, a new thesis shows that the forms work as intended. They make women more visible in the reader’s mind, without significantly compromising readability. In French, all nouns have a grammatical gender and are either masculine or feminine. On top of that,
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-studies-challenge-debate-french-language - 2026-04-29
Breath-holding spells are common in young children and are benign. Yet children often undergo unnecessary diagnostic interventions when seeking medical care. This is because there are no national or international guidelines on how to assess children in these cases. A team of researchers at Lund University, Sweden has now proposed guidelines to reduce the number of emergency and unplanned medical v
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/children-breath-holding-spells-undergo-unnecessary-diagnostic-interventions - 2026-04-29
The following rules have been decided by Lund University and apply for refunding of tuition fees. All decisions regarding refunds are made by the Admissions Board. Tuition fees paid to Lund University may be refunded in the situations and with the conditions stated below. On this page, you can also find information on how to apply for a tuition fee refund and the reimbursement conditions and proce
In general, students wishing to study for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at a Swedish university must apply online via universityadmissions.se, the University Admissions in Sweden website, during the national application periods. The academic yearThe academic year at Lund University is divided into two semesters (autumn and spring), each lasting 20 weeks. The autumn semester begins in August/Sept
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/applying-studies-when-apply - 2026-04-29
An increasing number of Swedes are getting tattoos and Sweden’s population is now one of the most tattooed in Europe. At the same time, the incidence of melanoma is increasing. A new epidemiological study from Lund University in Sweden suggests that tattoos could be a risk factor for melanoma. The state of research on tattoos and cancerIn view of the lack of knowledge concerning the long-term heal
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/tattoos-could-be-risk-factor-melanoma - 2026-04-29
We need to prioritise nature even if there are other conflicting interests – biodiversity is essential to all of us on the planet and ultimately to our health and wellbeing. The statement comes from Maria Blasi Romero, researcher in Biodiversity and Conservation at Lund University. “I went to COP15 to learn about the processes and how to share my research with those who can make use of the results
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/young-scientists-eager-influence-policy-makers-biodiversity - 2026-04-29
The Middle East and North African region lose about $ 13 billion a year because of increasing sand and dust storms. By combining learnings from artificial intelligence and 3000-year-old sustainable methods, researchers might be on the way to finding out how to mitigate the damages. Sand and dust storms cause damage to crops, human and animal health, buildings and infrastructure, and force shutdown
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/sand-and-dust-storm-research-find-answers-ai-and-ancient-knowledge - 2026-04-29
The programme focused on sustainable services for the East Africa Great Lakes Region and aimed at highlighting sustainable service design and management as a tool for regional development. Carried out with financial support from the Swedish Institute (SI), it was part of the larger SI Public Sector Innovation Programme, which aims to strengthen the capacity of professionals to innovate in the publ
Start your academic career with us and make a difference World-class research, outstanding research staff and specialised research environments at Lund University create excellent conditions for doctoral students. As a doctoral student at Lund University, you will be well prepared for a successful career as an independent researcher. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to publish yo
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/study-opportunities-lund-university/doctoral-studies - 2026-04-29
When you have completed your studies at Lund University and meet the degree requirements, you can apply for your degree certificate. Shortcuts to page content: Degree certificate and diploma supplementHow to apply for a degree certificateProcessing timeShare information about your degree (verification)How to access Ladok without a student accountIf you have questions Degree certificate and diplom
The metal recycling industry is growing, not least due to the use of metals in green energy electronic components. Researchers at Lund University have examined the inhaled air of workers at 13 recycling companies in Sweden. Among the results, high levels of lead in air and elevated levels of multiple metals were detected in the blood of those who work in recycling. Different forms of metals are in
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/harmful-exposure-metal-recycling - 2026-04-29
The institution of the university as we know it today emerged during the Middle Ages and has survived shifts in forms of government and economic systems, wars and periods of unrest. But how sustainable is the university system? Professor of History Johan Östling foresees great changes to come, and underlines the need for universities to protect their autonomy while they can. In today’s democracies
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/university-thousand-year-old-institution-must-defend-its-freedom - 2026-04-29
Johan Malmström, Eric Warrant and Anders Rantzer have all been awarded ERC Advanced Grants. Along with other grants from the European Research Council (ERC), this makes it Lund University’s most successful year ever with a total of 15 granted projects. The ERC Advanced Grant is aimed at established researchers who have carried out significant research work over the past ten years. The grant, on av
How are we going to reach climate targets? That is an ever-present question for many of us. A major new EU project, CLIMB-FOREST, will create an overview of European forests and forestry over a period of four-and-a-half years. The aim is to be able to guide the forestry industry and decision-makers through these complex issues using tools and models. There is a lot of expertise in each individual
Lund University's four campuses offer attractive academic environments that clearly reflect the University's identity. Research and learning are at the core, while the campuses also provide inviting spaces for social interaction, relaxation and recreation – all within a safe and inclusive setting. The University's campuses are continuously developed to meet the needs of a changing society. The pro
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/mission-vision-and-values/campus-development - 2026-04-29
