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Arctic Centre at Umeå University

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The Arctic Centre at Umeå University is a connectivity hub for arctic transdisciplinary research and education. We gather researchers with an Arctic context to their research. We make this happen through our Arctic Graduate School for Doctoral students, and by creating a network of and for associated researchers. We coordinate these researchers, organise activities, and work toward a better collaboration between researchers and society to achieve our sustainable development goals in the Arctic.

For our researchers

Arctic Centre's Associated Researchers

Here you can find all researchers at Umeå University, associated with the Arctic Centre.

Become associated/Update profile

Apply to become an associated researcher at the Arctic Centre at Umeå University.

Find funding for your Arctic activities

Here you can find information about funding opportunities for you and your Arctic-related activities.

News and features

Gudrun Norstedt
ERC funding for research on Sámi in Swedish farming areas

Gudrun Norstedt, researcher at Várdduo – Centre for Sámi Research, has been awarded ERC Starting Grant.

Lena LeimgruberDoktorand vid Institutionen för språkstudierEnhet: EngelskaAnknuten som doktorand till Arktiskt centrum vid Umeå universitetEnhet: Arktisk forskarskola med inriktning mot hållbar utveckling
Arctic literature, oceans, and perspectives – a research journey with personal depth

PhD student Lena Leimgruber participates in an Arctic course which will take her to both Canada and Alaska.

Two men in suits poses with a gift: a plaque with wooden frames.
Global climate issues through an Arctic lens as the WMO President visits Umeå

Umeå’s Arctic research at the centre of international dialogue on the climate’s future.

Calendar

Forest Social: trials of continous-cover forestry
Today
15
Sep
Forest Social: trials of continous-cover forestry
Time Today 12:00 - 13:00 Today 12:00 - 13:00
Place Mustang Sally, A Working Lab

Seminar. The lecture series Forest Social welcomes Fredrik Sjödin, who will present an experimental project near Lake Nydala.

Net Zero Industry – contribute to the climate transition
Tue
16
Sep
Net Zero Industry – contribute to the climate transition
Time 12:00 - 13:00 16 September 12:00 - 13:00
Place Sirius (Galaxen) and online

Seminar. Learn more about the programme, its purpose and funding opportunities within Sweden’s new initiative, Impact Innovation.

APECS Sweden Conference 2025
Mon
22
Sep
APECS Sweden Conference 2025
Time 22 September at 11:00 until 23 September at 12:00 22 September at 11:00 until 23 September at 12:00
Place Umeå, Sweden

Conference. Welcome to APECS Sweden Conference 2025, where we focus on the future of Arctic Sustainability Research.

Swedish Metals & Minerals – for sustainable supply
Mon
22
Sep
Swedish Metals & Minerals – for sustainable supply
Time 12:00 - 13:15 22 September 12:00 - 13:15
Place Sirius, Galaxen

Seminar. Learn more about the programme, its purpose and funding opportunities within Sweden’s new initiative, Impact Innovation.

What is a Sustainable Arctic?
Mon
22
Sep
What is a Sustainable Arctic?
Time 13:00 - 14:30 22 September 13:00 - 14:30
Place Rotundan & Online

Other. A panel session where researchers from diverse fields share and explore knowledge and insights on sustainability in the Arctic environment.

News

ERC funding for research on Sámi in Swedish farming areas
Published: 2025-09-04

Gudrun Norstedt, researcher at Várdduo – Centre for Sámi Research, has been awarded ERC Starting Grant.

Global climate issues through an Arctic lens
Published: 2025-08-21

Umeå’s Arctic research at the centre of international dialogue on the climate’s future.

The Arctic Six urge the European Union to prioritise the Arctic
Published: 2025-06-27

The Arctic Six has released a EU position paper, calling for a stronger focus on Arctic research within EU.

Christina Storm Mienna elected new Secretary of the UArctic Assembly
Published: 2025-06-23

Christina takes on an honorary role that includes responsibility for the organization’s strategic divisions.

Sailing for science: Umeå students on the One Ocean Expedition
Published: 2025-06-18

Two students from Umeå University were selected to join a course on the One Ocean Expedition.