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As previously announced, the lichenologist and botanist, Professor Ingvar Kärnefelt, passed away on 24 July, having just turned 82. Ingvar was formerly Head of the Biological Museum, which for a number of years was a separate unit within the Department of Biology at Lund University. Although Ingvar battled a serious illness for several years and underwent numerous treatments, he remained active an

https://www.biology.lu.se/internal/article/tribute-ingvar-karnefelt-1944-2026 - 2026-10-23

Ylwa Andersson began studying English at Lund University, but changed direction, completing a programme of training to become a secretary. After completing her training, she applied for a position in the Department of Structural Zoology in 1973, which was headed by Professor Erik Dahl. She was offered the position, which proved to be a stroke of luck for both the department and Ylwa.  Before the a

https://www.biology.lu.se/internal/article/memoriam-ylwa-andersson-1949-2026 - 2026-10-23

It is now possible again for university organisations, staff and students to apply for funding for initiatives aimed at preventing discrimination and promoting equal conditions and gender equality.Funding for initiatives for equal opportunities, gender equality and preventive work against discrimination within Lund University.  The funds are intended to stimulate long-term and sustainable active w

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/time-apply-funding-equal-opportunities-2026 - 2026-10-23

The Lund University Programme for Global Excellence is the University’s largest international recruitment initiative to date, highlighting our commitment to world-leading research in strategically prioritised research areas. Our visiting professors will contribute part-time at the university for a minimum of two years and they hold full professorships at universities outside Sweden. Two of the vis

https://www.ch.lu.se/en/article/visiting-professors-campus-helsingborg-2026 - 2026-10-23

Our research team recently attended the Nordic Congress of Ophthalmology (NOK), where we had the privilege of presenting our latest work. We joined leading experts to discuss the session "Emerging Imaging Technologies in Oculoplastic, Lacrimal, and Strabismus Surgery." We are proud to share that Malin Malmsjö and Elin Bohman expertly led the discussion as moderators for this session. Following the

https://www.photoacoustics.lu.se/article/nordic-congress-ophthalmology-2026 - 2026-10-23

We are in the middle of the busiest time of the academic year – overwhelmed by thesis supervision and wrapping up all that needs to be done before the end of the semester. The end of May also marks a mile stone for doctoral students, honorary doctors and jubilee doctors when they are awarded their doctoral degrees at the annual doctoral degree conferment ceremony. We are in the middle of the busie

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/deans-letter-may-2026 - 2026-10-23

This autumn, the Lund Social Science Methods Centre is offering six methods workshops under the umbrella name Skill School. Read more about them below, and don’t forget to sign up! The Social Science Methods Centre is offering a series of method workshops in September and October. Teachers, researchers, and doctoral students from all subjects and faculties who wish to broaden and deepen their meth

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/skill-school-2026-methods-workshops-autumn - 2026-10-23

A semester marked by strong achievements and a shifting financial landscape. In this summer message, the Dean reflects on an eventful spring, highlights the importance of collaboration, and looks ahead to the opportunities and changes to come this autumn. Dear colleagues,Last week was a week of celebration when the contributions of newly minted doctors, honorary doctors and jubilee doctors were re

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/deans-letter-june-2026 - 2026-10-23

The autumn semester is here, bringing new students, new opportunities and plenty to look forward to across the Faculty. In her September letter, the Dean reflects on the launch of our new Master's programmes in Helsingborg and looks ahead to what's coming up this autumn. You'll also find out more about Cesam, our new shared meeting hub, where everyone is warmly welcome to meet colleagues and conne

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/deans-letter-september-2026 - 2026-10-23

Dialogue, collaboration and collegiality are at the heart of what makes our Faculty strong. In her Dean’s letter, Agnes shares reflections from this autumn’s dialogues and thanks colleagues across the Faculty for their ongoing engagement and contributions. Dear colleagues, We have just concluded this year’s dialogues with departments and centres at the Faculty – fifteen altogether. The dialogues a

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/deans-letter-october-2026 - 2026-10-23

Each year the Faculty of Social Sciences announces a number of recurring grants that are available to apply for certain categories of faculty staff. Also, please note the deadlines concerning appointments and courses for teaching in higher education. GrantsFaculty travel and research grantsResearchers, doctoral students, lecturers or readers at Lund University can apply for the faculties’ travel a

https://www.sam.lu.se/en/internal/article/important-application-dates-2026 - 2026-10-23

In February, the National Property Board (SFV) carried out supplementary test measurements on the air in several spaces of the Main University Building to ascertain the building’s air flows. The Occupational Health Service at Lund University has now completed its assessment of the health risks based on the test measurements.Learn more on LU Staff Pages

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/main-university-building-will-be-closed-2026-onwards - 2026-10-23

Technical and administrative staff at Lund University (LU) are now welcome to apply to participate in an exchange program with Stellenbosch University (SU) in South Africa. The program is both digital and physical. It is implemented with funding from the Erasmus+ program.Learn more on LU Staff Pages

https://www.lusem.lu.se/internal/article/apply-exchange-program-stellenbosch-university-south-africa-2025-2026 - 2026-10-23

For the 10th time, Lund University is organising Sustainability Week together with Lund Municipality. With over 70 events over six days, sustainability topics will be highlighted in different ways within social, ecological and economic sustainability. It is a week of discussion and action, serious issues and hopeful visions of the future. LTH organizes its own events and participates in those orga

https://www.lthin.lth.se/en/article/2026/sustainability-week-2026-lths-program - 2026-10-23

Welcome to the launch of Sweden’s first platform for artistic research in architecture, AR(T)CH-RES! The exhibition presents a survey of projects with artistic approaches emanating from the School of Architecture. Where and when?A-Building, Klas Anshelms väg 16, Lund Exhibition Hall 17:00The exhibitionThe collection includes works by: David Andrén & Anton Tetov JohanssonNina AronsenPer-Johan DahlS

https://www.architecture.lth.se/article/launch-swedens-first-platform-artistic-research-architecture-open-event-26-february-2026 - 2026-10-23

School of Architecture at Lund University invites you to presentation days for the A-programme (AAHM01) degree projects. The presentations are public and take place in the A-building, Klas Anshelms väg 16, Lund, from 9:40am. Welcome! Full programme available at Degree projects webpage

https://www.architecture.lth.se/article/degree-project-presentations-26-29-january-2026-architecture-programme - 2026-10-23

School of Architecture at Lund University invites you to presentation day for the Master in Sustainable Urban Design degree projects. The presentations are public and take place in the A-building, Klas Anshelms väg 16, Lund, from 8am to 5pm.Welcome!Full programme available at Degree projects webpage

https://www.architecture.lth.se/article/degree-project-presentations-25-september-2026-master-sustainable-urban-design - 2026-10-23

https://www.physchem.lu.se/article/felix-roosen-runge-has-been-elected-co-chair-swedish-neutron-science-society-snss-board-period-2026 - 2026-10-23

Understanding and rationalizing chemical reactions, their mechanism, and the relation between molecular structure and function is key to today's science. It is a difficult task for experiments alone and computational methods are often used to complement experiment. ObjectivesThis course covers basic theory and practical application of computational methods and programs widely used in chemistry and

https://www.compute.lu.se/article/computational-chemistry-nke019f-vt-2026-75-ects - 2026-10-23

Likeminded COMPUTE members discuss career development, soft skills, transition to the next job and research-related topics of their choice. For more information and access to registrataion visit the peer mentoring page.

https://www.compute.lu.se/article/peer-mentoring-starting-early-2026-register-now - 2026-10-23