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Identical twins share the same DNA, but one twin may suffer from type 2 diabetes while the other twin does not develop the disease. A study led by Lund University in Sweden has now discovered that there are differences in gene activity in twins where only one sibling had developed the disease. The researchers’ discovery could contribute to the development of new treatment methods. “Identical twins

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/twin-study-finds-type-2-diabetes-clues-epigenetic-changes - 2026-06-03

Charlotte Ling, a professor of epigenetics and diabetes at Lund University, has been awarded a distinguished professor grant in medicine and health by the Swedish Research Council.  The grant of 50 million SEK over a period of ten years will allow Charlotte Ling to develop the research environment within epigenetics and diabetes at Lund University Diabetes Centre (LUDC).  “I am very grateful for t

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/distinguished-professor-grant-researcher-epigenetics-and-diabetes - 2026-06-03

A lot of research explains which diets may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Much research remains to be done about how our genes respond to the foods we eat. A new study led by researchers at Lund University adds to evidence that variations in the AMY1 gene may affect the way the body breaks down starchy foods. Unhealthy food habits are risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes. An

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/bread-study-examines-role-genes-breaking-down-food - 2026-06-03

Previous research from Lund University has shown that diabetes can be divided into five groups with different disease progression. A new study published in Nature Genetics demonstrates that there are also genetic differences between different groups of patients. An important goal of the research is to contribute with knowledge that will enable tailored treatments of patients with type 2 diabetes.

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/new-research-highlights-genetic-differences-between-different-forms-type-2-diabetes - 2026-06-03

The fourth Swedish diabetes summit will be held as an online meeting on the 10th and 11th of February. The meeting brings together diabetes researchers in Sweden for new interactions and collaborations. “We aim to create an inspiring meeting where diabetes researchers can interact and form new collaborations,” says Hindrik Mulder, professor of metabolism at Lund University and chair of the organis

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/swedish-diabetes-summit-brings-together-diabetes-researchers-new-collaborations - 2026-06-03

Myriam Aouadi is awarded the Leif C. Groop award for her research on the mechanisms behind the development of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in obese individuals with type 2 diabetes. The prize is awarded annually by Lund University Diabetes Centre to a younger investigator for scientific excellence that will benefit patients suffering from diabetes. Prize motivation: Myriam Aouadi at Karolinska

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/myriam-aouadi-receives-leif-c-groop-award-outstanding-diabetes-research - 2026-06-03

Food impacts not only the body but also the brain. Researchers at Lund University strive to understand how a diet rich on fat and sugar impacts memory functions in relation to obesity and type 2 diabetes. Their new study on mice shows that although an unhealthy diet leads to memory impairment, the damage does not have to be permanent. Obesity is a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes and car

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/diet-rich-fat-and-sugar-damaged-memory-mice-not-permanently - 2026-06-03

This article is over 5 years old, and the information may therefore be outdated. People with increased risk of type 2 diabetes need to exercise more than others to achieve the same results, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden. The cause of type 2 diabetes is linked to both genetics and lifestyle. If you have an immediate relative (mother, father, sibling) with type 2 diabetes,

https://www.ludc.lu.se/article/exercise-good-everyone-some-struggle-more-others - 2026-06-03

Neurodivergent individuals risk being overlooked as new technologies and work practices emerge in the green transition. In an article in The Conversation, researcher Martina Angela Caretta, PhD, who conducted research during Northvolt's early establishment and personnel recruitment, reminds us that fairness and inclusion must be built into sustainability efforts, not added afterwards.Link to the a

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/green-transition-must-leave-no-one-behind - 2026-06-03

Lund University invites you to the inauguration ceremony for 28 new professors. Three professors from the department will be inaugurated: Markus Grillitsch, Katherine Gough and Glyn Williams. The University’s new professors are inaugurated by the vice-chancellor, and after the inauguration, one of the new professors, Erik Green, will hold a short popular science lecture.  Musicians from Lund Akade

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/three-professors-departement-be-inaugurated - 2026-06-03

Ola Hall, head of department, has initiated a new Competence Centre on Earth Observation and Social Sciences — a hub for research, collaboration, and innovation at the intersection of satellite data, AI, and societal development. - Our goal is to bridge Earth observation and social science to better understand and address key societal challenges — from sustainability and welfare to urban change an

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/launch-new-competence-centre-earth-observation-and-social-sciences - 2026-06-03

The Department of Human Geography is currently seeking 1-2 doctoral students for its PhD- programme. The doctoral candidate program amounts to 240 credits (equivalent to four years of full-time study). It formally ends with the doctoral candidate publicly defending his/her printed doctoral thesis.The holder of a doctoral position is expected to participate actively in the research and teaching env

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/become-our-next-doctoral-student - 2026-06-03

As part of Lund University’s largest ever global recruitment drive, the number of recruited researchers has been expanded to 45. 9 of the newly appointed researchers will be based at the Faculty of Social Sciences, including two at the Department of Human Geography. The Lund University Programme for Global Excellence is the university’s largest international recruitment initiative to date, highlig

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/two-international-researchers-join-department-part-lund-universitys-largest-global-recruitment-drive - 2026-06-03

In January, Lund University and the University of Zurich co-organised an international seminar in Kinshasa as the closing event of researcher Muriel Côte’s FORMAS- and SNSF-funded project. The seminar brought together researchers, policymakers and representatives of artisanal mining communities from across the Sahel and the Great Lakes regions to exchange experiences and discuss challenges and goo

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/international-seminar-kinshasa-mineral-supply-chains-sahel-and-great-lakes-regions - 2026-06-03

Our doctoral students spend years developing their research projects. We want to highlight their work and the ideas behind their dissertations. In November last year, Corinna Buckhart defended her thesis “Opening workshops: Pragmatic commoning and degrowth transformations in a neoliberal Nordic welfare state.” Here she shares her insights from her work. What is your thesis about?My thesis is about

https://www.keg.lu.se/en/article/exploring-open-workshops-sweden-insights-doctoral-thesis - 2026-06-03

Congratulations to our very own Michiel Lambrechts, who has received a starting grant from the European Research Council (ERC)! More information: https://erc.europa.eu/news/erc-2021-starting-grants-results 

https://www.astro.lu.se/article/erc-starting-grant-michiel-lambrechts - 2026-06-03

Congratulations to Lennart Lindegren, Professor Emeritus of Lund Observatory, for being the shared recipient of the Shaw Price in Astronomy! Lennart shares the price with Michael Perryman, Adjunct Professor, School of Physics at University College Dublin, Ireland. The price was awarded for their lifetime contributions to space astrometry, and in particular for their role in the conception and desi

https://www.astro.lu.se/article/lennart-lindegren-shared-recipient-shaw-price-astronomy - 2026-06-03

Congratulations to the Gaia team (and especially to the Lund Observatory members of the team) who will soon receive the 2023 Lancelot M. Berkeley - New York Community Trust Prize for Meritorious Work in Astronomy. The Berkeley Prize is awarded for highly meritorious work in advancing the science of astronomy.  In 2023 it is to be awarded to the Gaia team. As stated in the prize statement: Gaia’s t

https://www.astro.lu.se/article/berkeley-price-awarded-gaia-collaboration - 2026-06-03

Every seat in Lundmarkssalen was full, and around 50 additional visitors followed on zoom, as NASA astronaut Jim Pawelczyk gave his talk on Monday afternoon. Jim Pawelczyk is not only a NASA astronaut but also an associate professor of physiology and kinesiology at PennState University studying the effects of microgravity on the human body.  During his talk Jim told the audience about his own expe

https://www.astro.lu.se/article/nasa-astronaut-jim-pawelczyk-visits-lund-university - 2026-06-03

In a recent paper, Nicholas Borsato, along with collaborators Jens Hoeijmakers, Bibiana Prinoth, Brian Thorsbro, and Rebecca Forsberg, provides insightful research on the complex atmospheric composition of the exoplanet KELT-9b. The team captured the exoplanet's spectra during transit, revealing numerous elements within its atmosphere. This study not only verifies the presence of previously known

https://www.astro.lu.se/article/terbium-among-heavy-elements-discovered-atmosphere-exoplanet-kelt-9b - 2026-06-03