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An antibody that did not fulfil its purpose against the disease multiple sclerosis, MS, instead made its big break in cancer research and is now starring in southern Sweden’s largest licensing agreement in Life Science history. The “father” of the antibody is Professor Carl Borrebaeck. Carl Borrebaeck. Photo: Gunnar Menander It is one of the windiest days in late summer, and the wind is blowing es

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/successful-antibody-behind-billion-crown-life-science-deal - 2026-06-25

It is time to summarise 2021, a year in which nothing was the same as before, if a year can ever be like another. For me personally, it has been transformative to take over as vice-chancellor of Lund University together with a new management team: deputy vice-chancellor Lena Eskilsson and the five pro vice-chancellors Per Mickwitz, Kristina Eneroth, Ann-Kristin Wallengren, Jimmie Kristensson and V

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/time-ring-out-old-year-and-ring-new - 2026-06-25

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 and a member of BECC. “I went to COP15 to learn about the processes and how to share my research with those who can ma

https://www.becc.lu.se/article/young-scientists-eager-influence-policy-makers-biodiversity - 2026-06-25

A heated discussion under the hashtag Swedengate erupted on social media last spring. Swedes were accused of being strange as they did not invite their children’s friends to eat with them when the family was having dinner. The phenomenon was upsetting and ethnologist Håkan Jönsson was quickly inundated with questions. Are Swedes stingy? Swedengate came about when someone on the news and discussion

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/swedengate-disrespect-or-being-stingy - 2026-06-25

Dag Oredsson took up the position of communications director on 1 October. He brings broad experience of the public sector, industry and the student world. With a strong commitment to strategic communication, cultural construction and external engagement, he looks forward to contributing to the development of the University. Dag Oredsson replaces the previous communications director Johanna Sandah

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/dag-oredsson-universitys-new-communications-director - 2026-06-26

Scientists at Lund University have discovered for the first time that it is possible to detect insect DNA in the air. Using air from three sites in Sweden, insect DNA from 85 species could be identified. This offers scope for exploring a whole new way to monitor terrestrial biodiversity. These preliminary results was presented at Ecology Across Borders (13th-15th December) via an online poster by

https://www.cec.lu.se/article/using-airborne-dna-monitor-insect-biodiversity - 2026-06-25

A surprising behaviour of atoms is giving scientists new insights into one of the most fundamental phenomena in nature: the absorption of light. A new physical phenomenon for light pulses has been discovered. The study, published in the prestigious journal Physical Review Letters, was conducted by physicists at Lund University. In the world of atoms, the laws of nature as we know them do not apply

https://www.fysik.lu.se/en/article/atoms-absorb-energy-unexpected-ways - 2026-06-25

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. How we deal with people who return from terrorist groups – not just those who have travelled to ISIS but also those who have joined right-wing groups in, for instance, Ukraine – is crucial to our own safety, says Dan-Erik Andersson, one of the people behind a new national contract education course on violent extremism

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/lu-provides-education-against-violent-extremism - 2026-06-25

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. David Wästerfors and Malin Åkerström have each written a chapter concerning youth welfare in the book "Den motspänstiga akademikern" (The Opposing Academic), a volume in honor of Professor Ingrid Sahlin at the School of Social Sciences in Lund. The chapters are Eyes for Violence (David Wästerfors) and Mötesstrider och

https://www.soc.lu.se/en/article/dark-gazes-and-meeting-distress-youth-homes - 2026-06-25

New research results and methods by Abdulhakim Abdi, a researcher at the Department for Earth and Environmental Sciences (MGeo), are increasing knowledge about tree species in Sweden’s forests. Forests play a crucial role in Sweden’s economy, biodiversity, and climate system, and carry tremendous cultural values, so knowing which tree species grow where is important for managing them sustainably.

https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/article/unique-mapping-tree-species-new-research - 2026-06-25

Net zero emission pledges by countries and companies are everywhere at the moment. Most of these pledges rely on massive amounts of carbon removal, yet details on how this will transpire remain largely absent. The COP26 agreement suggests that markets will play a central role, but there are significant problems with this approach. Carbon removal, also known as “negative emissions”, is the process

https://www.lucsus.lu.se/article/we-cant-let-markets-decide-future-removing-carbon-atmosphere - 2026-06-25

Three researchers at Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC) have each been awarded a project grant of 47,500 euro by the Hjelt Diabetes Foundation. The aim of all three projects is to improve our understanding of diabetes and ultimately enable better treatments of type 2 diabetes and its complications. One of the three projects uses advanced technology to learn more about the mechanisms behind dia

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/new-funding-hjelt-diabetes-foundation-improve-understanding-diabetes - 2026-06-25

While it is well known that men and women have different health needs, have you ever considered why? The Systems Immunology research group, led by Camila Consiglio, has. Together, Lund Stem Cell Center’s newest members are working to uncover whether the answer lies in the differences between the female and male immune systems. “At the heart of our research is the question: how can we understand th

https://www.stemcellcenter.lu.se/article/unveiling-gender-gap-immunity-camila-consiglio-joins-lund-stem-cell-center - 2026-06-25

During his research education, Jonathan Timpka wanted to elucidate what is affecting the ability to work for patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Defending his Ph.D. thesis on November 19th, Jonathan tells about his wide range of projects within the Restorative Parkinson Unit led by Per Odin. Tell us about your Ph.D. research! My research engagement has been quite diverse, ranging from reg

https://www.multipark.lu.se/article/phd-defence-interview-jonathan-timpka - 2026-06-25

Have you noticed that when scientists are asked whether or not a particular extreme weather event is due to climate change, they usually respond with something like "It fits the pattern, but we can't say for sure that this particular event is worse because of climate change"? Weather attribution is a new phenomenon that is changing this. Climate scientist Wilhelm May at Lund University helps us ge

https://www.merge.lu.se/article/weather-attribution-climate-scientist-wilhelm-may-helps-us-get-grips-concept - 2026-06-25

Johan Flygare, Coordinator of the Swedish National ATMP Research School talks about ATMP, about the school and explains why you should apply. Deadline: 15 February. –  ATMP is personally very important to me. Since I started as Deputy Coordinator of the Stem Cell Center, a specific task I have focused on is to make sure our research findings have the best possible chances to reach patients. A part

https://www.intramed.lu.se/en/article/call-applications-swedish-national-atmp-research-school - 2026-06-25

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. Few people look forward to digital meetings, but the researchers at Design Sciences do just that. They have found meeting places that give them energy and smart structure. He is holding a virtual cup of coffee and looks a little like a figure in the Sims computer game. “Now, running remote meetings feels creative and

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/more-fun-meet-avatars - 2026-06-25

Have you noticed that when scientists are asked whether or not a particular extreme weather event is due to climate change, they usually respond with something like "It fits the pattern, but we can't say for sure that this particular event is worse because of climate change"? Weather attribution is a new phenomenon that is changing this. Climate scientist Wilhelm May at Lund University helps us ge

https://www.cec.lu.se/article/weather-attribution-climate-scientist-wilhelm-may-helps-us-get-grips-concept - 2026-06-25

How much water do we need to drink to stay healthy? How do different diets affect our metabolism? Studies of various hormones in the body are providing diabetes researchers with new answers to these questions. The goal is to develop individualized treatments and dietary recommendations that could lower the risk of developing obesity and diseases such as type 2 diabetes. The endocrine system and th

https://www.medicine.lu.se/article/learning-more-about-endocrine-system-could-lead-fewer-cases-type-2-diabetes-and-obesity - 2026-06-25

In just two weeks, Zhengyao Lu, Researcher in Physical Geography at Lund University and a member of MERGE and BECC, gained 60.000 reads of his article “Gigantic solar farms of the future might impact how much solar power can be generated on the other side of the world”. How could this be? We asked Zhengyao Lu himself to share his experience. Following the publication of a new piece of research wit

https://www.merge.lu.se/article/60000-views-conversation-two-weeks-whats-secret - 2026-06-25