Research
Örebro University’s research spans no less than 36 different subjects, across the humanities and social sciences, medicine and health, and science and technology fields. Here you are one step away from finding information about our research environments, teams, projects and subjects. You can also learn more about research activities at Örebro University by reading our features and news pieces or by watching our films.
Research news
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Good hearing and vision can boost brain function in older people
As we age, our cognitive abilities deteriorate – it becomes increasingly difficult to remember, orient ourselves in time and space, and solve problems. However, good hearing and vision positively impact cognitive abilities in older adults.
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New insights into biopharmaceuticals in the treatment of IBD
By studying Swedish patient data, Örebro researcher Isabella Visuri has identified new patterns in how biopharmaceuticals affect patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
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New model that can help develop quantum computers
Researchers have developed a new mathematical model that allows us to understand better how quantum physics affects the dynamics of magnetic materials – a basis for new technologies for data storage and quantum computers,” says Danny Thonig, researcher...
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New research shows how fibre affects the immune system
Örebro researcher Victor Castro-Alves has discovered why fibre is good for the immune system – at the cellular level. His findings may eventually help make it possible to use food as a medicine for inflammatory bowel diseases like IBS and IBD.
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Study shows how biomarkers can be used in cancer care
Alvida Qvick has shown how biomarkers can be used in different areas of cancer care by analysing substances released into the blood as tumours grow.
