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VR technology eases phantom limb pain after amputation

Virtual reality helps amputees experience less pain and improve their quality of life, according to a new study. “It has a greater impact on quality of life than we initially thought,” says Kajsa Lidström-Holmqvist, affiliated researcher at Örebro...

Research in Örebro contributes to knowledge on women’s health in Mozambique

Sexually transmitted infections pose a significant threat to women’s health in Mozambique. Research at Örebro University by Alice Manjate and Lucília Trindade Lovane Matias has demonstrated ways that can improve diagnostics and care.

Research in Örebro contributes to knowledge on women’s health in Mozambique

New research: IBD can be detected up to 16 years before onset

Scientists at Örebro University have identified specific protein patterns in blood that can predict inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) up to 16 years before diagnosis.

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.

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.

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...

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.”

Older people rarely get diagnosed and treated – despite signs of ADHD

Adults with ADHD run a higher risk of developing a number of age-related conditions – dementia, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. At the same time, very few adults are today given the diagnosis ADHD, despite symptoms. As shown by Maja...

“A complement to vaccine” – Örebro researchers hold patent for new treatment of several viruses

A type of peptides from a lactic acid bacterium kills viruses, including coronavirus. The findings have resulted in a Swedish patent, with an international patent pending. “We’re hoping for a quick turnaround to allow this discovery to be utilised in...