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Large parts of the tropics overlooked in environmental research
Published: 2026-01-15

Colder and drier regions receive less attention – yet are often hit harder by climate change.

Professor Johanna Björklund featured by Språkbanken
Published: 2026-01-14

Meet Johanna Björklund, Professor of Computing Science and Språkbanken’s featured Profile of the Month.

A bacterial toxin can counteract colorectal cancer growth
Published: 2026-01-14

A toxin by cholera bacteria can inhibit the growth of colorectal cancer without causing damage to the body.

Plastic particles increase inflammation and cross barriers
Published: 2026-01-13

There is a connection between ´microscopic plastic particles and inflammatory intestine diseases.

Discovery on how aggressive breast cancer controls protein production
Published: 2026-01-12

A mechanism that increases our understanding of how breast tumours grow and adapt has been discovered.

New study shows how the cell repairs its recycling stations
Published: 2026-01-09

Molecular sensors that detect holes in lysosomal membranes for rapid repair have been identified.

New Library Director at Umeå University Library
Published: 2025-12-19

Malin Josefsson will become the new Library Director at Umeå University Library from 1 January 2026.

Recognised and Distinguished Teachers Autumn 2025
Published: 2025-12-19

35 teachers have been appointed within Umeå University’s model for the recognition of teaching qualifications

60 Years of Arctic Research at Umeå University
Published: 2025-12-18

From winter pasture to global node: six decades of Arctic research that shaped Umeå's role in the North.

DNA floating in air reveals the hidden past of ecosystems
Published: 2025-12-18

DNA captured on air filters acts as an ecological time capsule, according to a recent publication.

Thinner ice and heavier politics – Swedish polar research gathers for the future
Published: 2025-12-16

Between 10 and 11 November, the second Forum for the Arctic and Antarctic took place in Stockholm.

New Master’s programme tackles challenges in modern biology
Published: 2025-12-15

Advances in research technologies generate vast amounts of data. This has made bioinformaticians essential.

Six researchers receive Wallenberg grants for forestry-related social research
Published: 2025-12-15

Six researchers receive SEK 38 million in Wallenberg grants for forestry-related research.

Cybersecurity researcher at Umeå University sweeps top global awards
Published: 2025-12-11

Award‑winning Professor Alexandre Bartel is recruiting.

Umeå University leads national research school on future cement materials
Published: 2025-12-11

A new research school has been granted SEK 35 million to develop more sustainable cement production.