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Examining the innermost machinery of viruses

Three‑dimensional ‘close‑ups’ inside an infected cell reveals how the virus factories are actually organized.

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Mentorship strengthens experienced nurses

For mentorship to be sustainable over time, employers and management must provide clear support and structure.

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Shrimp and fish could be grown locally in Umeå

A new research project will use surplus heat from Dåva to farm shrimp and fish with a low carbon footprint.

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Answers to questions regarding admission, notification of selection results, accommodation, UMU ID...

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Student voices

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"I wanted the feel of a university town packed with students"

Meet Lūcija from Latvia, 2025 graduate from the Master's Programme in Plant and Forest Biotechnology.

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"Teachers let you think freely and share your own experiences"

Meet Fabio from Germany, 2025 graduate from the master's programme in crisis management and peacebuilding.

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"Umeå was the perfect environment to study sustainability"

Meet Madeline from USA, 2025 graduate from the master's programme in environmantal science and sustainability.

Climate and sustainability

Umeå University's ambition is to actively contribute to the sustainable transition of society.

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Part of the European alliance EC2U

EC2U is a collaboration between nine European universities including associated partners.

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