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Information security coordinator
The information security coordinator provides support in issues concerning information security, for instance when you must draw up an information classification for your research project.
Contact the information security coordinator at infosak@umu.se
Innovation support
The Innovation Support provides expert guidance on how research findings can be translated into societal benefit, helping you as a researcher to turn your ideas into real-world impact. You receive free support in areas such as innovation, business development, ownership rights, intellectual property, and the agreements associated with these matters.
IT Office
The IT Office supports research by developing, managing, and operating IT systems that provide practical value to academic work. If you are looking to develop an app, create an external website for a research project, need assistance with technical solutions, or have questions about ORCID, then Servicedesk is your go-to resource.
Research data support team
Umeå University has a cross-functional team that supports you with research data issues in areas such as archiving, legal affairs, IT support, open data, and information security.
Contact the research data support team if you have questions
Research infrastructure
If you have questions concerning research infrastructure, such as user fees, presentation of research infrastructure on the web, or how to register a new research infrastructure, you can turn to the research infrastructure officer.
Contact the research infrastructure officer at researchinfrastructure@umu.se
Research Support and Collaboration Office
The Research Support and Collaboration Office can guide you from early project planning to final reporting. Whether you need a sounding board for your research ideas, help finding suitable funding opportunities, or support navigating the application process, the office can assist you with both content and structure. If you receive EU funding, they can support you with administration and reporting. The office is also a valuable partner for discussing research collaborations and the societal relevance of your work.
Contact the research support at rso@umu.se
Contact the collaboration support at fos@umu.se
Safety and security officers
If you need to contact a security officer, please call the organisation’s security number
Umeå University’s security number: +46 90-786 76 00
University Hospital of Umeå’s security number: +46 70-399 25 05
In the event of an emergency, call 112.
For other security issues
Reporting
Learn more on Aktum about incident reporting in the event of accidents, loss of property or theft, for instance.
Read more on If something happens on Aktum (UMU ID required).
Access to premises
For access rights to premises, please contact your nearest service office.
Find contact details on Aktum (UMU ID required).
Protection and physical security
More information about protective security, export control and physical safety.
Read the information about safety on Aktum (UMU ID required)
Umeå University has experts in laboratory safety, such as chemical safety, radiation protection, and biosafety.
Find contacts details on Aktum (UMU ID required)
For support in assessing export control issues related to strategically sensitive products.
Send an email to margaretha.vickes@umu.se
Contact with the university security team.
Send an email to sakerhet@umu.se
Learn more about security
Learn more about safety and security when conducting research
Umeå University Library
Umeå University Library provides support when it comes to publishing research findings, for instance publishing open access, copyright, registering in DiVA, and dissemination of publications.
You can gain access to the material you need for your research through the library’s collections and e-resources. You can also get help with reference management, finding information and how to utilise the library’s archives and special collections.
The library also provides support on research data through the cross-functional data management support team.
Contact the library if you have any questions
Go to the library’s search service
University legal officers
The University’s legal officers provide support on legal matters such as agreements, personal data processing, secrecy, and other legal aspects of research.
If you have any questions on personal data and data security, please contact pulo@umu.se.
If you have any other legal query, please contact the legal officers at universitetsjurist@umu.se.
Learn more
Learn more about collaboration in research
Are you unsure where to turn?
If you do not know what part of the University can answer your question, you can always turn to Infocenter. They will help you find the right contact.
