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Study of AI images – teenagers are always beautiful, happy, and successful
In AI-generated images, teenagers are always attractive, with thick hair and perfect skin. They wear jeans and the same style of shoes. And always happy and projecting success.
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AI Days at Örebro University – hot societal issues attracted large audiences
Artificial intelligence has the potential to help solve societal challenges in a range of areas, from climate threats to healthcare. But how will this happen? That central question was the basis of the AI Days seminars, demonstrations, and hands-on...
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Master’s programme opened the door for doctoral studies in Örebro: “A mix of city life and nature”
Combining her interest in the environment and chemistry with Örebro being in the heart of Sweden attracted Welmoed Nauta from the Netherlands to Örebro University. “I love being able to step outside and be in nature,” she says.
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Why learning new things is more challenging for older people
Our brains change as we age, and connections between the different parts of the brain become less efficient. This explains why learning new things is more challenging for older people, according to Pernilla Andersson’s doctoral thesis in psychology.
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AI Days have begun: “We hope visitors feel they can be part of this development”
AI Days at Örebro University is now open. Amy Loutfi, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for artificial intelligence, held an address at the opening and premiere of The Evolution of the Robots interim exhibition.
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Artificial birch trees – crafting a quieter study space
Four artificial birch trees sprouting wool leaves and soft lighting. The trees are one of several measures taken to enhance a quieter and brighter study environment at Örebro University’s School of Music.
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New study: asthma and allergies may be caused by changes in the placenta
Changes in the placenta may increase the risk of children developing asthma and allergies, as shown in new research from Örebro University. “Paediatricians ought to focus more on the potential significance of the placenta for the child after birth.”
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Swedish nature used to market white snus to young women and non-smokers in the UK
Nicotine pouches that taste like strawberries, are good for your health and evoke a sense of freedom – are as free as only Swedes can be. Lauren O’Hagan shows how a tobacco company is marketing tobacco-free nicotine aimed at young women and non-smokers.
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Produced sustainability report for AB Linde Maskiner – landed dream job in Stockholm
The sheet metal processing company AB Linde Maskiner wanted a sustainability report but lacked the internal resources to produce one. The solution was found in Klara Eriksson, a student of sustainable business and entrepreneurship.
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Government investing SEK 30 million in ‘Campus Total Defence’
The Government is investing SEK 30 million in Campus Total Defence – an initiative by the Swedish Defence University, Luleå University of Technology and Örebro University. The ambition is to get Sweden’s higher education institutions involved to...
