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New research shows fibre boosts both gut and immune health

Dietary fibre not only aids digestion, but also actively contributes to regulating gut barrier integrity and the body’s immune system. This is demonstrated by Evangelia Kerezoudi, who presents this in her doctoral thesis in biomedicine at Örebro...

Renewed quality seal for Örebro University

The European Commission renews Örebro University’s HR Excellence in Research award – a clear recognition of the university’s strategic and long-term efforts to create favourable conditions for researchers and to strengthen its attractiveness...

Mum becomes the family project manager when the children arrive

“Our study is based on interviews with both mothers and fathers over a longer period and reveals how mothers gradually take on responsibility for the intellectual and coordinating work in family life,” says Jenny Alsarve, researcher in sociology.

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...