News archive 2021

Örebro University School of Business in the upper tier of international ranking

Örebro University School of Business is once again among the world’s best business schools, according to the international ranking institute Eduniversal. “Our ranking confirms that our quality efforts are paying off,” says Erik Löfmarck, head of school.

Vice-Chancellor’s blog: Closing the year

We are nearing the end of a year that just like the year before has very much been marked by the pandemic. The difference being that there are now vaccines that can rapidly be adapted.

New AI method makes self-driving vehicles better drivers

A cyclist drops out of sight for a few seconds behind a car – a not-so-uncommon traffic situation for us humans. But for a self-driving vehicle, the cyclist ceases to exist. “We have succeeded in developing a new way for self-driving vehicles to...

Researchers investigating how AI affects the labour market

Artificial Intelligence (AI) affects the labour market. Researchers at Örebro University will now find out how. “This knowledge is necessary to make correct decisions in the future,” says Magnus Lodefalk, researcher in economics.

SEK 4 million for research on more human-centred artificial intelligence

Working together with robots and AI systems in the future will need to be more proactive and human-centred. This is the goal of Professor Alessandro Saffiotti’s research project, which has received SEK 4 million in funding from the Swedish Research...

New master’s programme in chemistry focusing on environmental research in the Arctic

Do you want to specialise in tracking the spread of environmental pollutants related to climate change in the Arctic and its impacts on the environment and our health? Together with universities in Norway and Denmark, Örebro University is now launching a...

Drop-in vaccination against COVID-19 in November

On Tuesday 23 November and Wednesday 24 November, Region Örebro County offers drop-in vaccination against COVID-19 in Långhuset at Örebro University. Both students and staff are welcome to get vaccinated.

Vice-Chancellor’s blog: Success and perseverance

Eleven new major research grants, new ways of contributing to a sustainable future, and support to effect equal terms for Sweden’s medical programmes. There is a lot going on at the university as we now return to our campuses.

Silicon Valley next stop for Ravi’s innovation: “It feels amazing’”

Silicon Valley has made a name for itself as the breeding ground for world-renowned tech companies like Apple, Google, and Facebook. Now an innovation from Örebro has made its way over there.

Study on PFAS and fatty liver disease – women more affected than men

Women are affected to a greater degree than men when exposed to PFAS, a group of highly fluorinated chemicals. A study from Örebro University shows how PFAS affect metabolism and lead to liver damage, so-called fatty liver disease.

Örebro is part of multi-million investment in mining research: “to set new world standard”

LKAB is investing SEK 80 million in research towards sustainable mining. Örebro University, with its expertise in AI and autonomous systems, is one of three universities whose researchers will contribute to the development.

Evaluation of university’s research complete – now the real work begins

For the third time, Örebro University has evaluated all its research. A major undertaking which was conducted online with external reviewers from eleven countries. The ultimate aim is to raise quality. “It will be a while before we will see the result....

Get vaccinated against COVID-19 on campus

On Wednesday 6 October, Thursday 7 October and Thursday 14 October, Region Örebro County offers drop-in vaccination against COVID-19 in Långhuset at Örebro University. Both students and staff are welcome to get vaccinated.

Breast milk less nutritious due to chemicals

New research shows that exposure to PFAS chemicals is linked with decreasing nutritional value of breast milk. “It’s nearly impossible for people to avoid these harmful chemicals. Therefore, we must show what effects they have and get such toxic...

Vice-Chancellor’s blog: “Vaccines are what society has to offer against COVID-19”

This was the message from Johan Carlsson, Director-General of the Public Health Agency of Sweden, to Sweden’s government authorities during a Zoom meeting on Tuesday evening. On the same day that the government announced that most of the restrictions...

AI and eye tracking may help doctors make difficult patient decisions

Doctors could get an objective report to make better decisions about patients’ medical fitness to possess a driving licence using artificial intelligence and eye tracking. This is the goal of the new AI project Dash at Örebro University.

New chance: Get vaccinated against COVID-19 on campus

On Wednesday 15 September and Thursday 16 September, Region Örebro County offers drop-in vaccination against COVID-19 in Långhuset at Örebro University. Both students and staff are welcome to get vaccinated.

Infections in adolescence may increase the risk of MS

According to a new study, severe infections during adolescence may lead to an increased risk of contracting MS later in life. “We’re talking mainly about brain and spinal cord infections, but also respiratory tract infections,” says Scott Montgomery,...

Better memory test scores for Alzheimer’s patients with omega-3 intake

A unique study on Alzheimer’s disease examines the effect of omega-3 fatty acids – with memory tests and testing of spinal fluid. “This study is unique. It is the first ever to collect data on these new biomarkers in people with Alzheimer’s disease...

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