Research news
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Small particles can lead to serious respiratory issues
When sandstorms swept across Sudan, researcher Johannes Saers observed something that raised both concern and curiosity. Swedish soldiers who had never previously been in a desert environment suddenly started experiencing various respiratory problems.
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New AI technology can provide rapid and reliable dementia diagnosis
Researchers at Örebro University have developed two new AI models that can analyse the brain's electrical activity and accurately distinguish between healthy individuals and patients with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
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“Severe mental illness can be treated effectively even in old age”
Electroconvulsive therapy is a safe and effective treatment for elderly patients suffering from depression. This treatment often produces better results than in younger patients and could reduce the need for hospital care, according to new research from...
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A dish best served… in a bowl
When vegan food is served in a bowl instead of on a plate, it can be perceived as healthier. Since consuming less meat is good for our health, this knowledge may contribute to more people adopting healthier eating habits.
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Crop adapted to dry, nutrient-poor soils matures faster
Sowing to harvest can be shortened from 90 to 60 days “We saw that photosynthesis was much more efficient in a certain variety of the crop,” says Selvaraju Kanagarajan, a researcher in biology at Örebro University.
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Why some avoid crime despite troubled childhoods
A good ability to think clearly, deal with stress, and cooperate with others can protect against a life of crime, even for those who grow up in challenging circumstances or have a parent with a criminal history. According to a new study from Örebro...
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New study on dating: “I’ve never felt as ugly as I do on Tinder”
Men perceive it as a woman’s market, while women believe men do not put in enough effort. Researchers at Örebro University have studied online dating, and their findings reveal deep contradictions – even though both sides are seeking love.
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Old methods can make AI more reliable
Today’s AI tools do not truly reason. To make ChatGPT and similar systems smarter, the solution might be to rely on more traditional methods that have been used for decades.
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Support programme helps parents navigate daily life
For adults with ADHD, everyday life can be a challenge that sometimes involves significant difficulties – at work, at home, and as a parent. “Time management support for adults with ADHD, autism, and mental disorders could improve many people’s daily...
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Unique study on PFAS in children’s brains
For the first time, researchers at Örebro University, together with colleagues at the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital, can show how PFAS in pregnant women can be linked to changes in their children’s brains five years on. The findings...
