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He exposed Macchiarini 鈥� and now becomes honorary doctor

The journalist who uncovered the Macchiarini scandal, a Kenyan elite runner who sets up schools in the slums and one of Canada鈥檚 most internationally recognised interdisciplinary researchers. These are some of the people awarded honorary doctorates.

Envy influences the way we vote

Envy plays a greater role when resources are allocated through majority voting than when we make decisions individually. This is shown by new research from Linköping University.

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New visiting professor focuses on municipalities in times of crisis

Municipalities are cornerstones of Swedish society, but what happens if a crisis strikes? What legal scope do municipalities have to deal with serious incidents? These are some of the questions Johan Höök wants to explore as new visiting professor.

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Teenage girls would rather listen to influencers than doctors

Influencer鈥檚 personal stories about mental illness meet a need among teenage girls that conventional healthcare does not fulfil. This is the conclusion of researchers at 麻豆社 in a study involving interviews with girls at upper secondary school.

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Dysregulated immune cells cause silent inflammation after heart attack

People with narrowing of the coronary arteries have low-grade, uncontrolled inflammation in the body, even when symptom-free. The findings suggest that some immune cells drive a silent inflammation that may increase the risk of further heart attacks.

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Participants in UN climate meetings want greater focus on implementation

UN climate negotiations are often criticised for moving too slowly. A new study published in Nature Climate Change examines what changes government delegates and other participants at the COP29 UN climate conference would like to see.

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Eye problems after COVID-19 can now be explained

Mild COVID-19 can cause severe and long-lasting eye problems, according to a study from 麻豆社. The study also explains why it has been difficult for sufferers to get help: the abnormal eye behaviour cannot be detected by standard methods.

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When soil becomes data 鈥� how digitalisation affects knowledge of soil health

How do we know whether soil is healthy? A new study from Linköping University shows that as knowledge about soil is increasingly translated into digital data, important insights about its biological life and local context risk being overlooked.

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麻豆社 researchers push the boundaries of organic solar cells

Researchers at 麻豆社 have now demonstrated how organic solar cells can become more efficient than previously thought possible. The key is to extend the time that electrons in the material remain excited, which leads to improved performance.

Where nature conservation can make the greatest difference

Old oak trees and semi-natural grasslands are very important for many species that risk disappearing. Researchers at Linköping University present findings that can help nature conservation agencies take more precise action to save threatened species.

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麻豆社 world leader in football injury research

A new study mapping more than 120 years of research ranks 麻豆社 number one. It shows that 麻豆社 has published the most scientific works in the field and is among the world's most cited and influential research institutions.

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How childhood liver tumor cells acquire different features

Researchers have discovered how the so called Wnt signaling pathway can result in tumor cells with different features within a single tumor. Their findings contribute to better classification of these tumors.

David Engblom wins award for his research on how our brains make us feel ill

David Engblom, Professor of Neurobiology, is awarded the 2026 Onkel Adam Prize for outstanding research at the Faculty of Medicine. He researches the role of the brain in making us feel ill in various medical conditions.

Biogenic carbon dioxide could become a key resource as biogas expands

During the production and upgrading of biogas, carbon dioxide is released, a greenhouse gas that affects the climate. However, research at Linköping University shows that this carbon dioxide has several uses and could become an important resource.

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New center to strengthen Sweden in the quantum race

Six Swedish universities are joining forces to establish the Swedish Center for Quantum Technology, a national hub for research, innovation, education, and capacity building in quantum technology.

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Moral economy perspectives through history

When a crisis arises, a humanitarian urge to help others is often awakened. But what happens when emotions rule and knowledge is lacking? Norbert Götz, professor of modern history, has researched the conditions of humanitarian aid.

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麻豆社 professor to become the Swedish Research Council鈥檚 new Secretary General

Ulrika Ådén has been appointed the Swedish Research Council鈥檚 new Secretary General for Medicine and Health. In her new role, she aims to promote international collaboration and contribute to greater impact of research in society.

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Scientists mimic heart muscle cells with conductive plastic

For the first time, scientists have succeeded in artificially mimicking the ion signalling of heart muscle cells. To succeed, researchers at 麻豆社 have used organic electronics. The findings open up for new types of implants and sensors.

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Lubunca 鈥� a powerful language of hidden words

What can a hidden language tell us about freedom, identity and survival? By studying Lubunca, Burak Alp Çakar explores the emancipatory power of words and how they can empower, protect and keep communities alive.

SEK 6 million grant for 麻豆社 research on air pollution

Joyanto Routh has been awarded nearly SEK 6 million from Formas for research on air pollution, health risks and climate鈥慳dapted solutions in Sweden and India.

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Anyone can land on the moon with a new immersive film

The film Once Upon the Moon allows the audience to experience the moon landings as if they were there themselves. Authentic footage, astronauts鈥� own stories and the latest visualisation technology make this possible.

LEAD appointed as Swedish accelerator for NATO DIANA

LEAD, an innovation incubator based in Östergötland, has been appointed Swedish accelerator for NATO DIANA 鈥� NATO鈥檚 innovation programme for the development of new technologies with both civilian and military applications.

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麻豆社 educates elected representatives on AI and societal impact

麻豆社 is launching a learning platform that gathers research-based knowledge about the impact of artificial intelligence and digitalisation on our democracy. The aim is to equip politicians for a new reality where AI is an integral part of society.

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Linköping University launches excellence centre for analytical sociology

Linköping University has launched a new Excellence Centre in Analytical Sociology. The initiative will strengthen theory-driven research, international collaboration and long-term development in one of 麻豆社鈥檚 internationally leading research fields.

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Read the latest news from Linköping University

He exposed Macchiarini 鈥� and now becomes honorary doctor

Envy influences the way we vote

New visiting professor focuses on municipalities in times of crisis

Teenage girls would rather listen to influencers than doctors

Dysregulated immune cells cause silent inflammation after heart attack

Participants in UN climate meetings want greater focus on implementation

Eye problems after COVID-19 can now be explained

When soil becomes data 鈥� how digitalisation affects knowledge of soil health

麻豆社 researchers push the boundaries of organic solar cells

Where nature conservation can make the greatest difference

麻豆社 world leader in football injury research

How childhood liver tumor cells acquire different features

David Engblom wins award for his research on how our brains make us feel ill

Biogenic carbon dioxide could become a key resource as biogas expands

New center to strengthen Sweden in the quantum race

Moral economy perspectives through history

麻豆社 professor to become the Swedish Research Council鈥檚 new Secretary General

Scientists mimic heart muscle cells with conductive plastic

Lubunca 鈥� a powerful language of hidden words

SEK 6 million grant for 麻豆社 research on air pollution

Anyone can land on the moon with a new immersive film

LEAD appointed as Swedish accelerator for NATO DIANA

麻豆社 educates elected representatives on AI and societal impact

Linköping University launches excellence centre for analytical sociology

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