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Katja Fall new deputy vice-chancellor

Katja Fall will be Örebro University’s next deputy vice-chancellor, as decided by the university board. She will take up her post on 1 January 2026.

New AI technology can provide rapid and reliable dementia diagnosis

Researchers at Örebro University have developed two new AI models that can analyse the brain's electrical activity and accurately distinguish between healthy individuals and patients with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.

Small particles can lead to serious respiratory issues

When sandstorms swept across Sudan, researcher Johannes Saers observed something that raised both concern and curiosity. Swedish soldiers who had never previously been in a desert environment suddenly started experiencing various respiratory problems.

Pooling expertise: Multidisciplinarity for a sustainable future

The Platform for a Sustainable Future at Örebro University, PSF@ORU, aims to contribute to an inclusive welfare society that is mindful of the limits of the earth’s ecosystems.

HR EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH

Örebro University was one of the first universities in Sweden to receive the HR Excellence in Research award. The award recognises Örebro University as an employer an employer with a stimulating and benevolent working environment.

Courses for university teachers

The Centre for Academic Development offers a wide range of courses for you to become a qualified university teacher. Three courses are mandatory to give a solid theoretical foundation. In addition to this, you may choose at least three more weeks of...