Research news
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New heart model using human cells aims to unravel the causes of heart diseases
Researchers at Örebro University have created a heart model using human cells. The goal is to understand what causes cardiovascular diseases and why infections can increase the risk of developing them.
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Amy Loutfi appointed program director for WASP – Sweden’s leading AI research initiative
In January 2025, she will take over as program director for WASP. Amy Loutfi, professor of computer science and pro-vice-chancellor for AI at Örebro University, is passionate about strategic AI-related matters for all of Sweden.
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Innovative research from Örebro University on IVA’s top 100 list
Three Örebro projects are included in the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences’ top 100 research projects with the greatest potential to benefit society: NanoSafety2, Green-AI, and Campus.AI. “An honour. This strengthens my commitment to using...
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Discovery could help slow the next pandemic
Imagine a cure available as a nasal spray that reduces the spread of viruses like corona and influenza. A pharmaceutical treatment could go to market in a few years.
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New research shows a link between inflammatory bowel disease and joint problems
There is a strong connection between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and spondyloarthritis – a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. The risk is particularly high among patients with Crohn’s disease and those who were diagnosed with...
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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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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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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.
