Toward Safer and More Sustainable Plastics
A newly published study in Nature Sustainability presents a promising route toward safer BPA-free plastics, partly driven by molecular toxicology research conducted at Stockholm University and SciLifeLab.
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Two new Wallenberg Academy Fellows to Stockholm University
Two young prominent researchers at Stockholm University are awarded Wallenberg Academy Fellows by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation for basic research.
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Digital democracy in a polarised era
Digital technology can serve as a kind of civic gym for training social engagement. That was the message from Audrey Tang, civic hacker and Taiwan’s first digital minister, when she visited Stockholm University on 1 December.
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Water molecules switch from quickstep to slowfox as they cool
Water has unique properties that make it indispensable for life on Earth, differences that become even more pronounced when water is cooled below its freezing point. New research from the Department of physics at Stockholm University now shows that the way water molecules move changes as water is cooled to -40 °C, providing new insights into water’s dynamic behavior.
Revolutionizing biodiversity genomics by sequencing butterflies and moths
The pan-European research project Psyche will sequence genomes of all 11,000 described species of butterflies and moths of Europe and thereby revolutionize biodiversity genomics. 1,000 genomes are already completed.
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Jessica Lindvall nominated to the EOSC Association Board
Jessica Lindvall, Associate Professor at Stockholm University and Deputy Head of Node of ELIXIR-SE, has been nominated as a candidate to the EOSC Association Board of Directors. The nomination is made by Stockholm University together with the Swedish Research Council and the Swedish universities which are members of the EOSC Association.
Collaborative effort to develop cancer treatment
Stockholm University, Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Region Stockholm intend to establish a new centre for medical radiation science in Stockholm. This is a gathering of forces to develop cancer treatment of the future.
New study shows how DNA is recognized by proteins that control gene expression
With a new study in the journal Cell, researchers at Stanford University and Stockholm University have contributed to increased knowledge about gene regulation in human cells.
Ancient wolves on remote Baltic Sea island reveal link to prehistoric humans
Scientists have found wolf remains, thousands of years old, on a small, isolated island in the Baltic Sea – a place where the animals could only have been brought by humans. The study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, Stockholm University, the University of Aberdeen and the University of East Anglia, suggests that grey wolves may have been managed or controlled by prehistoric societies.
Knowledge and curiosity in focus as the master’s conferment ceremony filled Aula Magna
Around 750 students celebrated their master’s degrees in a packed Aula Magna. The evening featured speeches, music, and a clear message to the graduates: bring your knowledge out into the world.
Stockholm University film awarded at Explorers Festival
The Stockholm University film ”Chasing the Arctic Melt” was awarded ”Best Science Film” at the Explorers Festival in Iceland in November. The film takes place aboard the icebreaker Oden, where a group of scientists study the rhythm of the Arctic melt, revealing the human side of research. See the film produced by Stockholm University
Students wanted for photo shoot
Stockholm University is looking for students to take part in a photo shoot to help showcase university life. The shoot will include both still images and short video clips. Are you outgoing, positive, and patient ? Then you might be just who we’re looking for! The material will be used in printed publications, on our website, and on social media to communicate a range of messages. The images will depict study environments and student life at SU. The photo shoot will take place at SU and in Stockhom centre at different sessions. When? We’re planning two photo shoot sessions — let us know all your availability, but you’ll only need to attend one. Tuesday 2 Dec, at 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (SU) Friday 12 Dec, at 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (in central Stockholm) A thank-you fee All participants will receive a fee of SEK 999 for taking part. Interested? Send us the following Email kommunikation@su.se with: First name and surname Age Mobile number Programme you are currently studying at SU A 20 second video where you are filmed in full figure where you briefly explain who you are and why you chose your programme Which of the days you are able to attend Selections are made on a rolling basis, so don’t wait too long to get in touch! We hope to see you there!