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How conversation works in a hostage drama

[2009-11-19] A new dissertation from Umeå University in Sweden deals with communication in extreme situations. The example is the occupation of the West German embassy in 1975 and the telephone conversations that were carried out between relatives of the hostages...

Global health experts challenge Climate Conference in Copenhagen

[2009-11-13] Leading scientists at the Umeå Centre for Global Health Research urge delegates at the forthcoming UNFCCC Climate Conference in Copenhagen to address health impacts of climate change.

New type of gene regulation in Listeria discovered by Umeå scientists

[2009-11-12] A team of molecular biologists at Umeå University has discovered a new way of controlling gene functions used by Listeria bacteria. The findings are now published in the international journal Cell.

Elevated atmospheric nitrogen affects aquatic ecosystem in alpine lakes

[2009-11-06] The amount of nitrogen in the atmosphere and different ecosystems has increased dramatically as a result of human use of fertilizers and burning of fossil fuels. One example is the elevated nitrogen levels in many lakes in areas with high nitrogen de...

Umeå University celebrates International Week: 16-20 November 2009

[2009-11-04] Umeå University proudly presents the 2nd annual International Week, a multifaceted cultural event which will see our campus turn into a smorgasbord of different cultural influences from all over the world. The International Office has teamed up with ...

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