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Faculty of Science and Technology

Our Faculty has 3 300 full-time students, 1 000 employees, and a strong research. The eleven departments of the faculty comprises research and education within architecture, biology, chemistry, computing science, industrial design, mathematics, physics, educational science, and technology.

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Tropical rivers emit less greenhouse gases than previously thought

Emissions are up to 79 per cent lower, according to an international study.

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Space weather in focus as experts gather in Umeå

Scientists, engineers and policymakers will meet at European Space Weather Week 27-31 October.

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Laser can detect chemical weapons and bacteria in seconds

New method provides an early indication of danger in conflict zones.

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Building with ice: Umeå researchers explore low-tech Arctic architecture

Researchers at Umeå School of Architecture explores if ice can become a sustainable future building material.

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Join the northern lights photo contest

The photo competition is part of the European Space Weather Week - submit your entry by 15 October.

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Climate change may increase the spread of neurotoxin in the oceans

Researchers: "Raises serious concerns for the future"

Latest features

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He reveals the chemistry of life at nanoscales with X-rays

Andrey Shchukarev, manager of the XPS-platform, developed a pioneering method to fast-freeze wet samples

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Mathematics that can change the world

Mats G Larson’s research is shaping the future of cars, cities and robots through models and simulations.

Christiane Funk
Fascinated by the superpower of microalgae

Christiane Funk is passionate about small organisms with great potential for a more sustainable future.

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Science outreach events

Umeå University researchers disseminate their research outside the University through various events.

Collaborate with us

Our faculty works actively to develop its interaction with the surrounding community.

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Work with us

Are you applying for a position within the faculty? Here you can find relevant guidelines and forms.