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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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...
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New method could inhibit atherosclerosis in blood vessels
New research from Örebro University indicates that inhibiting a specific protein can diminish the inflammation that occurs in blood vessels during atherosclerosis. “This could lead to a new treatment for cardiovascular disease,” says Karin H Franzén,...
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“All exercise is important for the health of older adults”
All exercise helps protect against disease and is important for the health of older adults. This has been shown in a new study by Örebro researchers Andreas Nilsson and Fawzi Kadi.
