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Published 2 September 2014 Nano-forest (Photo: Aleksandra Dabkowska) Vertical nanowires could be used for detailed studies of what happens on the surface of cells. The findings are important for pharmaceuticals research, among other applications. A group of researchers from Lund University in Sweden have managed to make artificial cell membranes form across a large number of vertical nanowires, kn

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/nano-forests-reveal-secrets-cells - 2024-10-31

Published 4 September 2014 Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have published new research findings on the role of the intestinal barrier in the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis (MS). Within medical science, it is not known for certain how MS develops or why the body’s immune system attacks cells in the central nervous system. Inflammation develops for an unknown reason, which hinders tr

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/intestinal-barrier-damage-multiple-sclerosis - 2024-10-31

The University's contact informationThe University switchboard is normally open from 08:00 to 16:30 on weekdays. However, there are some exceptions.Telephone+46 (0)46 222 00 00 (switchboard)Postal addressLund UniversityBox 117, SE-221 00Lund, SwedenVisit Lund University – how to get hereStudying at Lund UniversityInternational Master's or Bachelor's degree studiesIf you have any questions about in

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Published 8 September 2014 13 lactic acid bacteria found in the honey stomach of bees have shown promising results in a series of studies at Lund University in Sweden. The group of bacteria counteracted antibiotic-resistant MRSA in lab experimentsThe bacteria, mixed into honey, has healed horses with persistent woundsThe formula has previously been shown to protect against bee colony collapseWATCH

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/bacteria-bees-possible-alternative-antibiotics - 2024-10-31

Published 11 September 2014 Photo: Melker Dahlstrand/imagebank.sweden.se Experts available for commentary and analysis at Lund University, Sweden Mikael SundströmSenior Lecturer, Department of Political ScienceParty politics, overview of Swedish political landscape, education policyContact:mikael [dot] sundstrom [at] svet [dot] lu [dot] se (mikael[dot]sundstrom[at]svet[dot]lu[dot]se)+46 705 811703

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/swedish-elections-list-experts - 2024-10-31

Spirituality in SwedenSweden is a very secular nation in practice, but the many church buildings throughout the country bear witness to a long historical presence of the Christian faith. Around 54% of the population in Sweden are members of the Church of Sweden (Svenska Kyrkan), which is Lutheran. However, only a small proportion of its members regularly attend Sunday services. There are also a nu

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/faith-and-spirituality - 2024-10-31

Published 16 September 2014 Lund University has been ranked as the 60th best university in the world and number one in Sweden by the QS World University Rankings 2014/15, released today. The latest rankings see Lund University strengthen its world top 100 university position by seven places from last year.Within Sweden, Lund University is ranked in top place among the ten ranked Swedish universiti

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/ranked-one-best-universities-world - 2024-10-31

Published 15 September 2014 Photo: Gunnar Menander One of Europe's most well-preserved 17th century mummies has been discovered in Lund, Sweden. Researchers at Lund University now hope it will shed some light on the medical and historical mysteries of everyday life in the 1600s. "When we opened up the coffin, it was remarkable. Inside the coffin, there was an old man who looked like he was sleepin

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/astonishingly-well-preserved-mummy-found - 2024-10-31

Published 18 September 2014 Consumers may say they look for high quality when they choose groceries at the supermarket - or that they would be willing to pay more for eco-friendly, locally sourced food products. However, what really drives our choices is the status of a product, according to new research from Lund University in Sweden.   WATCH: What drives our choices at the supermarket?   "Consum

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/status-most-important-food-shoppers - 2024-10-31

Students at Lund University can get a personal access card, known as the LU Card. The card is free and getting one is quick and easy. The LU Card has several functions. You can use the card:as an ID card within Lund Universityto access the buildings relevant to your studies, andto borrow books at all university libraries.In a number of places at the University, the card is also used for printing,

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Published 23 September 2014 The first live concert with a band consisting only of 3D-printed instruments has taken place at Lund University in Sweden. The band included a drum, keyboard and two guitars, all 3D-printed by Lund University professor Olaf Diegel. The band members were students at Lund University’s Malmö Academy of Music. WATCH: 3D-printed band rehearse for the first time  ”3D printing

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/worlds-first-live-concert-3d-printed-band - 2024-10-31

Students are welcome to borrow books from any of the university libraries. Reading listsUniversity programmes and courses often have long reading lists. These lists contain information about the books you need to buy and are available to you at the start of the programme or course. Books can be quite expensive, and can add up to several thousand Swedish kronor per semester. You can save a lot of m

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/literature-and-libraries/course-literature - 2024-10-31

What's the difference between a department and a faculty? What is Ladok? On this page, you will find descriptions of a selection of terms that you may encounter during your studies at Lund University (Swedish terms in brackets). Below, you can find common words and phrases related to: Studies Student life Roles Studies Academic quarter (akademisk kvart) The academic quarter is a concept of time us

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/new-students/common-words-and-phrases - 2024-10-31

Published 25 September 2014 Erik Leonsson/imagebank.sweden.se The traditional understanding in neuroscience is that tactile sensations from the skin are only assembled to form a complete experience in the cerebral cortex, the most advanced part of the brain. However, this is challenged by new research findings from Lund University in Sweden that suggest both that other levels in the brain play a g

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/new-findings-how-brain-handles-tactile-sensations - 2024-10-31

As a student at Lund University, you are given a student account with a username and password. Once activated, this account gives you access to student email, learning platforms, library services, and file storage, among other things. Once you have activated your student account, you can use it as your login to a range of digital services, platforms and resources. See below. Digital services avail

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Published 26 September 2014 Niclas Vestefjell/imagebank.sweden.se Researchers at Lund University in Sweden and other institutions have worked out how the pigment of the skin manages to protect the body from the sun’s dangerous UV rays. The skin pigment converts the UV radiation into heat through a rapid chemical reaction that shoots protons from the molecules of the pigment. In a new study, the te

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/article/skin-pigment-renders-suns-uv-radiation-harmless-using-projectiles - 2024-10-31

For help with everyday questions and issues as a student The International Desk is happy to answer questions or put you in touch with someone who can. Welcome all international students!All incoming international students are welcome to contact the International Desk for help with practical matters. Anything from where to buy a bike, how to find your department or how to get involved in student li

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/international-desk - 2024-10-31

Studying abroad can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it can also be a complex one. We offer a wide range of services, resources and tools to help you with your studies and everyday student life at Lund University. Quick links to key systemsAll of the systems below require you to log in with your student account.Canvas – learning platformBlackboard – learning platform (law students)Lad

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General entry requirementsBachelor's level studies:To meet the general entry requirements for Bachelor’s level studies all students must:have successfully completed their upper secondary education (post-16) that gives access to universities in the student’s home country. Note that for students who received their final school grades after 31 December 2009, there is an additional entry requirement f

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/admissions/bachelors-and-masters-studies/entry-requirements - 2024-10-31

We offer a range of digital services and resources to make your life as a student easier. You can use your student account to access many of these services. Student accounts and accessYour student account gives you access to most key digital services and resources, including your student email.Student accountStudent email accountYour LU access card gives you access to campus buildings. It is also

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance - 2024-10-31