Untangling the geopolitics of Öresund at Malmö konsthall

The exhibition ”Torrlägg Öresund” (Drain the Öresund), currently on view at Malmö Konsthall, explores the historical, political, economic, and ecological layers of the Öresund Strait. Bringing together fourteen artists from Malmö and Copenhagen, all exhibiting at the Konsthall for the first time, the show uncovers hidden local narratives while situating them within a global context.

Lund students want to go to Brussels – the EU academy is growing

Although the European Union (EU) is a large organization with over 60 000 employees across its different institutions, only around 1 200 of them are Swedish. However, in Lund the situation looks different. The EU academy has grown rapidly in popularity, proving that there is a strong interest in the EU amongst students in Lund.

Rising food prices and grocery chain boycotts: What do students think?

From tofu to juice, students are feeling the squeeze of rising grocery costs. A national boycott of major grocery chains has gained traction. Lundagård took to the streets to ask students about their grocery spending habits and thoughts on the boycott. 

New study: AI more effective in breast cancer detection

AI is revolutionizing disease detection, including breast cancer screening. New research from Lund University’s Masai trial shows that AI-supported screening can be significantly more effective than traditional methods.

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European countries’ curious customs

By Ondrej Gomola
21 april, 2021
From commotion about pastry terminology to various ways of greeting, European countries all have their curious quirks. But that’s a feature, not a bug, says Ondrej Gomola. Anyone who’s been in a different country will tell you about ...
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In English Nyheter

LTH student wins Microsoft tech award

By Evan Farbstein
31 mars, 2021
Microsoft Sweden’s 2021 Tech Girl of the Year, Matilda Andersson, would like to live in a world where “Tech Girl of the Year” awards aren’t needed. But until that’s possible, she’s going to use her award to be ...
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In English Kultur & Nöje Kulturkrönika

When words fail us

By Ondrej Gomola
24 mars, 2021
Why bother learning another language when everyone speaks English anyway? International student columnist Ondrej Gomola elaborates on the importance of learning a second language–as it offers a window into culture of the host country.  If you are reading ...
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In English Internationellt Nyheter

Court ruling brings relief to international students

By Mikaela Sasi
22 mars, 2021
A recent ruling by the migration court in Malmö decides to extend an international student’s residency permit, due to pandemic-related conditions, which brings relief to students in similar situations.  Earlier this month, the Swedish Migration Court in Malmö ...
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In English Klimat

Fighting climate change with a plant-based diet: Will it work?

By Sarah Tavakol
18 mars, 2021
Will going vegan help to stop global warming? Lundagård explores whether plant-based diets may benefit climate change.  A recent report from the United Nations urges us to change our dietary choices to slow down climate change. Our consumption ...
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Prolongation for doctoral students during the pandemic

By Vendela Källmark
15 mars, 2021
The outbreak of coronavirus has created aggravating circumstances for a number of doctoral students. It turns out that the faculties fail to ensure common guidelines and clear communication. Lundagård has talked with three doctoral students at the Joint ...
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Elin Wägner was way ahead of her time

By Sarah Tavakol
8 mars, 2021
Women’s emancipation, civil rights and female voting were some of the things that Elin Wägner fought for in paving the way for a gender equal world. Born in Lund in 1882, Elin Wägner is best known for her ...
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In English Klimat

Students and staff on LU’s sustainability

By Hedda Thomson Ek
5 mars, 2021
Measures to decrease the university’s emissions were in focus as Lund University’s sustainability work was presented online this Wednesday. In a webinar arranged by Climate Students Lund and LU’s Sustainability forum, representatives from the university answered students’ questions ...
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In English Klimat Lundagård testar

Plate-to-Planet: 5 Eco-Friendly Meals

By Sarah Tavakol
2 mars, 2021
With global warming’s ever-looming threat, it’s time to take an opportunity in becoming more eco-friendly with our food. Eco-friendly foods are less toxic, resource-intensive, durable, safer from pesticides and will help repair our environment and wildlife. Lundagård presents ...
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Face masks smother social pressure

By Ondrej Gomola
10 februari, 2021
Face masks have become a part of life during the pandemic. They help protect us and others, and for some people, they provide much-needed mental ease. We have been living under Covid-19’s looming shadow for almost one year. ...
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