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Researchers at MultiPark have uncovered in mice how the protein TDP-43, known for its role in several neurodegenerative diseases, disrupts the hypothalamus, the brain’s key center for metabolic control. Their study sheds new light on the role of TDP-43 in metabolic and psychiatric symptoms shared across frontotemporal dementia, Huntington’s disease, and ALS – findings that could support the develo
An experimental study from Lund University reveals for the first time that different Parkinson’s medications affect brain activity in distinct ways. This could explain why some patients develop impulsive and compulsive behaviors as a result of their treatment. The findings have been published in NPJ Parkinson’s Disease. Upon receiving treatment for their motor symptoms, many patients with Parkinso
https://www.multipark.lu.se/article/brain-activation-pattern-behind-impulsivity-parkinsons-treatment-discovered - 2026-08-07
Meet our scientist, Dr. Niklas Mattsson-Carlgren! He explains why studying biomarkers is essential to advancing Alzheimer’s research. Niklas Mattsson-Carlgren is part of the Clinical Memory Research group, a leading centre in the development and evaluation of novel biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease. In this podcast episode, he discusses why biomarker research is key not only to detecting but also
With over 15 research groups dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease research, MultiPark’s goal is to understand the origins of the disease, develop early diagnostics, and improve treatments. The multidisciplinary approach sheds light on the disease from several angles, bridging basic research with clinical investigations. Here are five projects. September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Globally, around 40
Meet Rugare Tambo from Zimbabwe, studying Master's in Strategic Communication at Campus Helsingborg, and discover her experiences and best tips. Why did you choose Lund University and your programme? Lund is not just a university, it is an experience, and the best decision of my life! Ranked in the top 100 world-class research universities, choosing Lund University has allowed me to be an archite
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/lund-not-just-university-it-experience-and-best-decision-my-life - 2026-08-07
Meet Ioana-Gabriela Deneș from Romania, currently studying the Master's program i Service Managament, Tourism. Why did you choose Lund University and your programme? I was interested in Tourism programmes, so I did some research online and found this one which seemed quite interesting. I also got accepted to an Austrian university, but I decided to come to Lund, mainly because of its reputation, a
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/agora-and-stampus-make-sure-your-student-experience-constantly-its-peak - 2026-08-07
During December, HIC is organising several events for international master's students at Campus Helsingborg, designed to help in the job-seeking process. City Walk Saturday 2 December, 13:30-15:30 We take some time out to explore Helsingborg! Learn about the city’s history, culture, personalities, and places, while networking with other students. We’ll end with a coffee in the city! Meet at Söderr
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/career-programme-international-masters-students - 2026-08-07
International students at Lund University, Campus Helsingborg is invited to join a new and interactive "crash course" in Swedish, starting this spring. A new concept with a 6-week language café for international students will be launched this spring in a joint initiative by Helsingborg International Connection, the housing company Helsingborgshem and the community centres Söderscen and SöderHbg.
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/kick-start-your-swedish-language-learning-spring - 2026-08-07
More than 1 tonne of world-class research equipment is rolling into Campus Helsingborg as part of a new hub focusing on safety research and education. By combining various cutting-edge technologies and methods, such as Virtual reality, driving simulation and geographical information systems, research can be put into practice to address today's safety challenges. The research group, which is now mo
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/helsingborg-safety-hub - 2026-08-07
Lund University is strengthening its work in retail and logistics at Campus Helsingborg under the name REAL - Centre for Retail and Logistics. The centre will focus on sustainability, digitalisation and changes in working life - the major challenges facing retail and logistics. Lund University and the City of Helsingborg are each contributing SEK 4 million to the centre's start-up Retailing and lo
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/investing-future-retail-and-logistics - 2026-08-07
Video games are easy to exploit, and are being used by actors ranging from IS and Hizbollah for recruitment, to Russia, who use it to spread propaganda during the ongoing invasion of Ukraine. This states a report from the Psychological Defence Research Institute at Lund University in Sweden. Since the 2016 US Presidential election, many democratic governments have paid close attention to how forei
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/how-video-games-are-being-used-malign-foreign-actors-and-extremists - 2026-08-07
You are invited to the Grand Opening of Helsingborg Innovation District – a focal point of creativity and cross-sectoral collaboration, taking shape in one of the most innovative and sustainable regions in Europe. Throughout the afternoon of May 29th from 13:30 to 16:00 the district Hubs will host parallel programs, at our different locations in Oceanhamnen for you to explore future innovations, t
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/grand-opening-helsingborg-innovation-district - 2026-08-07
On May 29th, the Helsingborg Innovation District, a collaboration platform and catalyst for innovation, research, and development, will be inaugurated. The innovation district is initiated by the City of Helsingborg, Lund University, Region Skåne, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Southern Sweden in collaboration with the business community. The district stretches from Helsingborg Centra
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/new-innovation-district-increase-regions-innovative-capacity - 2026-08-07
In an ideal world, perhaps the Psychological Defence Research Institute in Helsingborg would not even exist. But the global situation has brought attention, increased research funding and significant interest in collaboration from wider society. “The entire research institute is built around the idea that the world is troubled. We could be ten times the size we are, there is such an enormous amoun
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/psychological-defence-research-institute-we-could-be-ten-times-size-we-are - 2026-08-07
On June 12, the three-day international conference Beyond Site/Sight, organised by the interdisciplinary network CROCUS at Lund University, in collaboration with the City of Helsingborg and Region Skåne, started. The theme is cultural spaces and the conditions of creativity based on placemaking. Around 70 participants will take part in a fully stocked programme at the old fire station in Gåsebäck
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/beyond-sitesight-international-conference-cultural-spaces-and-conditions-creativity - 2026-08-07
Research to strengthen healthcare logistics during crises with drones, education in civil defense and preparedness from a historical perspective, and AI and fashion. These are three research areas now receiving support from Lund University to be established at Campus Helsingborg. Lund University has decided to make further investments in research at Campus Helsingborg by allocating new funds to st
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/new-research-campus-helsingborg-focuses-crisis-preparedness-and-ai - 2026-08-07
Helsingborg hosted the national finals in Venture Cup Sweden for the first time in the city’s history. On the 10th of October, the award ceremony where Sweden’s most innovative startups were awarded and celebrated together with the business community, academics and other officials at Clarion Hotel Sea U. The final attracted more than 300 participants, who attended the award ceremony and speeches.
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/swedens-top-startups-compete-thrilling-venture-cup-final-helsingborg - 2026-08-07
On 5-7 November 2024, Lund University will host the ninth edition of the Nordic Retail and Wholesale Conference (NRWC). The conference is organised at Campus Helsingborg and brings together international researchers in retail and logistics to discuss current research issues. This year's conference theme is ‘Retail Imagination’ and highlights the ability of retail to shape future consumption.The co
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/international-retail-research-conference-campus-helsingborg-november - 2026-08-07
Six different projects and initiatives at Campus Helsingborg will now receive strategic funding from Lund University. They focus on topics such as AI technology in retail, sustainable fashion, social service interventions, defence and democratic resilience, and career programmes for international students. At the same time, the already established interdisciplinary network CROCUS will continue to
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/new-initiatives-and-projects-receive-strategic-funding - 2026-08-07
Retail and logistics researchers gathered in Helsingborg in early November to present and discuss the latest research at the ninth edition of the Nordic Retail and Wholesale Conference (NRWC). Interest in this year's conference was high, with a total of 144 registered participants from several different countries. This year it was Lund University's turn to host the conference, which is organised e
https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/future-retail-focus-international-research-conference - 2026-08-07
