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Researchers reveal how ransomware can bypass security systems: “A very dangerous threat”

Cyberattacks involving ransomware are becoming increasingly sophisticated. In some cases, they can even deceive the very systems designed to stop them. This is shown by new research from Mauro Conti, Alberto Giaretta, and Emanuele Miotto at Örebro...

Can AI understand human emotions?

Can AI systems grasp the complexity of human emotions? Eduardo Gutierrez Maestro at Örebro University is researching how machine learning can be applied to health data and how it can learn that humans do not experience one emotion at a time.

COVID-19 may increase the risk of glandular fever

Even individuals who did not become seriously ill with COVID-19 may have developed a weakened immune system that could lead to serious illnesses in the future. Research from Örebro University suggests that the coronavirus might have had more far-reaching...

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...