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The Department of Chemistry at Umeå University is one of the largest departments within the Faculty of Science and Technology. We are dedicated to advancing chemical sciences through high-quality research and education. Our work addresses fundamental and applied challenges in areas such as sustainable development, energy solutions, and human health. Through cross-disciplinary and external collaboration, we drive scientific progress for a sustainable future.
Inhibits the process that normally causes cancer cells to die.
Molecular sensors that detect holes in lysosomal membranes for rapid repair have been identified.
The new FIB-SEM instrument was inaugurated in November 2024.
For 50 years, Jubilee Doctor Staffan Sjöberg has explained how the form of metals governs their impact.
130+ researchers and staff at Umeå University discussed infrastructure for modern life science research!
Researchers at Umeå University among others have developed a new class of compunds with antibacterial effect.
The second edition of the Metabolomics in Life Science conference was held on 27–28 January 2026 in Umeå
Dr. Elena Dracheva's NBiS course introduced key Metabolomics workflow steps, from design to data analysis.