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Dinner party with Queen Christina – when the room becomes part of the teaching
Hur kan teoriundervisning bli kreativ, minnesvärd och väcka engagemang hos studenter? För de blivande gymnasielärarna vid Örebro universitet blev svaret en middagsbjudning – med drottning Kristina som oväntad gäst.
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A brisk long walk once a week reduces the risk of sarcopenic obesity
Older people who are physically active have a significantly lower risk of developing sarcopenic obesity – a combination of obesity and weak muscles. Results indicate that even moderate exercise can make a significant difference.
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Blood tests can reveal risk of ulcerative colitis – long before becoming ill
Researchers at Örebro University have identified blood markers that can indicate who is at risk of developing ulcerative colitis – a chronic inflammatory bowel disease – later in life. These markers can be present for many years before the first symptoms...
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AI and surveillance contribute to attacks on civilians
Mass surveillance, AI systems, and the collection of personal data raise new questions for international law in times of conflict. Örebro researcher Mais Qandeel has investigated how these technologies are used in Israel’s war on Gaza and whether they...
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Form can determine how probiotics impact the brain
How you take probiotics can affect their impact on the brain. A study from Örebro University points to new possibilities for personalised approaches, depending on whether the primary aim is, for example, to improve memory or reduce depression.
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Four doctoral students to move to Japan for six months – a result of MIRAI
Four doctoral students from Örebro University will soon have the opportunity to spend six months in Japan. Just one of many positive outcomes of the MIRAI research network, which fosters collaboration between Sweden and Japan.
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AI Days broadens the view of AI – and offers insights into the future: “AI is here to stay”
Today, AI is being discussed everywhere. But is it just hype? Both yes and no, says Professor Amy Loutfi. “We want to invite people to engage in conversation and discussion, and also to provide information about the latest research findings. AI is here...
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A ceremony of recognition and tradition
Nearly 60 doctoral students, four honorary doctors, eight professors, and eight award winners took to the stage during this year’s Academic Celebration. The ceremony follows a European university tradition with roots in the Middle Ages – and concludes...
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Humans need to understand – and trust – robots that learn by themselves
Robots are superior to humans at performing the same task thousands of times. The challenge is to make the technology work outside controlled, closed environments, for example, in a factory or in traffic, where humans are present and unexpected events...
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Eye drops may affect liver cells
A chemical used in some over-the-counter eye drops may affect liver cells and be transformed to a PFAS-like substance. This according to a new study from Örebro University published in Environment International.
