Research news
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AI and eye tracking may help doctors make difficult patient decisions
Doctors could get an objective report to make better decisions about patients’ medical fitness to possess a driving licence using artificial intelligence and eye tracking. This is the goal of the new AI project Dash at Örebro University.
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Infections in adolescence may increase the risk of MS
According to a new study, severe infections during adolescence may lead to an increased risk of contracting MS later in life. “We’re talking mainly about brain and spinal cord infections, but also respiratory tract infections,” says Scott Montgomery,...
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Better memory test scores for Alzheimer’s patients with omega-3 intake
A unique study on Alzheimer’s disease examines the effect of omega-3 fatty acids – with memory tests and testing of spinal fluid. “This study is unique. It is the first ever to collect data on these new biomarkers in people with Alzheimer’s disease...
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AI and eye tracking may help doctors make difficult patient decisions
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Strong research acknowledged in new Times Higher Education ranking
“Year after year, our performance in the Times Higher Education ranking is testament to the strong international impact of our research,” says Vice-Chancellor Johan Schnürer. This year’s ranking places Örebro University as number 160 in the world when...
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Precursor to ulcerative colitis in healthy individuals years before onset of disease
After the first symptoms, the diagnosis of the bowel disease ulcerative colitis may take a few months. As shown in a new study at Örebro University, there is, however, a precursor to the disease already several years before its onset.
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Low pulse increases risk for reoffending
A low resting heart rate (RHR) is associated with an increased risk of reoffending. This is shown in a new study that examined how blood pressure affects this risk for the first time. “Pulse rates and blood pressure could play a part in identifying...
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Revisiting individual experiences and social practices – a tool for senior learners
From gender to the chance at getting an education. From motherhood to pension. Using their own experiences as a starting point, a group of 11 older people – participating in a senior university study group – began to discuss important societal challenges...
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Fear of crime and poor health can make older people feel unsafe
Fear of being a victim of crime is just one of the reasons why older people feel unsafe. The social climate in the neighbourhood and fear of, for instance, having a fall in the home are also common, according to a new study by Nadezhda Golovchanova,...
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Örebro University again claims 75th place among world’s young universities
Times Higher Education has published this year’s Young Universities Ranking. Örebro University defends its respectable position at number 75 – despite increased competition. Once again, Örebro’s high quality research is a key factor.