Research
The School of Health Sciences is a center for pioneering research and education in health-related fields. Our dynamic and diverse research groups are at the forefront of important areas of innovation at a regional, national, and international level.
Our researchers are committed to fostering collaboration, actively disseminating knowledge, and pushing the boundaries of innovation. We take a lifelong perspective and thoroughly investigate the impact of health on different age groups, considering the dynamics of disease, health, and disability over time.
Our overarching goal is to translate research findings into solutions that can be seamlessly integrated into daily life. Whether in education, clinical practice, diagnostic and monitoring methods, community engagement, the workplace or sport, we are committed to making a meaningful and lasting contribution to the health and well-being of individuals and society.
Read more about the research conducted at the School of Health Sciences under each research subject:
Research News
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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...
