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Critical Microbes: Building a national infection research infrastructure inspired by Denmark
Published: 2025-11-28

Infection researcher Anne-Marie Fors Connolly receives SEK 500,000 in investment funds from the Alf Committee.

New influenza variant could make the winter season extra demanding
Published: 2025-11-21

"The classic flu symptoms can become more pronounced with this variant", says Professor Niklas Arnberg.

KBC DAYS 2025 bridges disciplines
Published: 2025-11-20

Researchers, infrastructure, and industry joined conference for two days of knowledge exchange and networking

Two Nobel Symposia at Umeå University in 2026
Published: 2025-11-11

Two interesting Nobel symposia will be held at Umeå University in July and September next year.

Thyroid gland new possible target for prostate cancer treatment
Published: 2025-11-11

A hormone produced in the thyroid gland can play a key role in prostate cance, is shown in a new study.

The representatives fighting for a better work environment
Published: 2025-10-31

At the Department of Clinical Microbiology, Mikaela, Carin and Ylva see that their work makes a difference.

2025 MIMS Clinical Research Fellowship awarded
Published: 2025-10-28

MIMS awarded the 2025 Clinical Research Fellowships to Alicia Lind.

EU invests in Umeå research – 16 projects tackle major societal challenges
Published: 2025-10-24

What links green cheese, AI and cancer tests? They're themes in 16 projects sharing €10 million in EU funding.

High levels of HIF2 may impair high-risk paediatric neuroblastoma
Published: 2025-10-23

High levels of a specific protein can reduce the growth of tumour cells in cancer that affects children.

From paperwork to AI solution
Published: 2025-10-23

Medical student Edvin Tidevall turned AI frustration into startup success.

Network to strengthen collaboration in cancer research
Published: 2025-10-21

Researchers join forces in a new network to strengthen collaboration and development in the field of cancer.

Rethinking Arctic security in a time of tension and thaw
Published: 2025-10-15

Researchers and policymakers met in Oslo to discuss the future of Arctic security.

The Nordic cryoNET Symposium
Published: 2025-10-10

The cryoNET Symposium brought together 140 scientists committed to cryo-EM and cryo-ET research.

“Molecular bodyguard” helps infections persist
Published: 2025-10-09

Key protein helps bacteria survive in the body and points to strategies for fighting persistent infections.

New discovery – bacterial “bubbles” hitchhike to reach the cell surface
Published: 2025-10-08

The discovered mechanism increases understanding of how bacteria and cells interact.

Abisko stay strengthens research on digital statehood
Published: 2025-10-07

Three days in Abisko brought new momentum to research – and a first encounter with the Arctic.

When Listeria bacteria go to fine dining
Published: 2025-10-03

Listeria expert Jörgen Johansson is following the outbreak at a top restaurant in Stockholm with interest.

"We must protect both security and freedom"
Published: 2025-09-30

New thesis asks how society can respond to a growing terrorist threat without undermining democracy.

Virology and cardiology are combined in new research on the heart
Published: 2025-09-25

Their aim is to close critical gaps in diagnostics, risk assessment, and patient follow-up.

When trees become co-actors: art, science, and care in Umeå’s forests
Published: 2025-09-24

Explore how art and science merge in Umeå’s forests—where trees speak as living companions.

Milk-derived molecule strengthens gut health even with unhealthy diet
Published: 2025-09-24

The research highlights the possibility of reusing dairy products as a prebiotic dietary supplement.

Arctic and Sámi research in focus as University of Northern British Columbia visited Umeå University
Published: 2025-09-18

A Canadian university visited Umeå to explore new paths for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Carlos wins European best poster prize in great competition
Published: 2025-09-12

The prize validates the research, showcases communication skills, and boosts academic prospects.

Intimate partner violence services fall short for women with disabilities
Published: 2025-09-12

Women with disabilities who are exposed to violence are affected by inadequacy of support systems.

Jan researches the role of bacteria in periodontal disease
Published: 2025-09-09

Using cell and molecular biological methods, how periodontitis can be detected early and treated is studied.

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.

Gonorrhoea is spreading and outsmarting antibiotics
Published: 2025-08-20

Tomas Gustafsson's experiences with patient encounters led him to research new antibiotic candidates.

WHO warns of chikungunya virus outbreak – 5 questions to virus researcher
Published: 2025-08-14

Let us learn about the virus by asking 5 curious questions to virus researcher Lars-Anders Carlson.

Alzheimer's-like disease in patients with Parkinson's
Published: 2025-06-30

Some patients diagnosed with Parkinson's may have neurological disease more similar to Alzheimer's.

Doctors struggle with empathy in a high-pressure work environment
Published: 2025-06-02

Empathy in healthcare is important, but sometimes challenging to put into practice.

Vice-Chancellor blogs on the university's role in conflicts
Published: 2025-05-28

Umeå University publishes the otherwise internal blog by Vice-Chancellor Tora Holmberg in full here.

Prestigious award to Umeå molecular biologist
Published: 2025-05-27

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awards the Florman Prize to Changchun Chen.

Fernström's research prize to Schröder
Published: 2025-05-27

Eric K Fernström Prize for Young promising researchers is awarded to Associate Professor Björn Schröder

Maternal health and cardiology in focus for new honorary doctors of medicine
Published: 2025-05-27

A professor of gynaecology in Indonesia and a cardiologist in Scotland will be new honorary doctors.

A blend of science, fun and nature scenery when postdocs meet
Published: 2025-05-22

'Excellence by Choice' interdisciplinary postdocs shared experiences and discussed future career options.

DNA patterns provide key insights in the diagnosis of childhood leukemia
Published: 2025-05-22

Analyzing methylation patterns in the child's leukemic cells DNA can enhance risk assessment.

Patrik Danielson appointed new Pro-Vice-Chancellor at Umeå University
Published: 2025-05-21

Appointed as new Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor's deputy for the period 1 July 2025 – 30 June 2031.

Diabetes drug gives hope for new treatment for prostate cancer
Published: 2025-05-20

A drug against type 2 diabetes may also slow the progression of prostate cancer, according to study.

New discovery explains why men more are more affected from severe COVID-19
Published: 2025-05-13

Contributing piece of the puzzle that explains differences in immune responses in women and men to COVID-19.

Everyone is coughing right now
Published: 2025-05-09

More people than usual are at home with cold symptoms, Professor Niklas Arnberg answers why.

Discovery opens up for new ways to treat chlamydia
Published: 2025-05-08

A newly discovered molecule paves the way for research into new antibiotics that kill chlamydia.

Umeå University ready for European collaboration
Published: 2025-05-06

On 1 May, it was announced that Umeå University will become a member of the European alliance EC2U.

Vice-Chancellor Tora Holmberg is installed at the Spring Graduation
Published: 2025-04-30

Ceremonies and installation of the new Vice-chancellor. It's time for Spring Graduation.

New cells in connective tissue open up strategy against pancreatic cancer
Published: 2025-04-23

A newly discovered type of connective tissue cell may have a role in preventing pancreatic cancer.

Discovery of bacteria's defence against viruses becomes a piece of the puzzle against resistance
Published: 2025-04-04

Resistance can be understood in the mechanism of how bacteria defend against being infected by viruses.

Hello Magnus, what is up?
Published: 2025-03-31

Magnus Evander tells more about his assignment as head of the Department of Clinical Microbiology.

What is up Marie? – Success and challenges on the path to becoming a virus doctor
Published: 2025-03-17

Marie Peters identifies and characterizes cellular proteins that are important in flavivirus infections.

Network for clinical researchers in the Northern Healthcare Region
Published: 2025-03-12

From an idea and a need, to a research network spanning the entire northern region

TBE detected in Västerbotten County – new study examines virus spread
Published: 2025-03-11

Smaller study expanded to include more locations and investigate whether people have been exposed.

Join the One Ocean Expedition
Published: 2025-03-10

Join the course about Arctic Future Pathfinders onboard the ship S/S Statsraad Lehmkuhl across Arctic ocean.

Latest update: 2018-11-21