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Lund University welcomes EUGLOH’s next chapter of growth and collaboration

Lund University and its partners in the European University Alliance for Global Health (EUGLOH) have entered an exciting new phase. Following the European Commission’s decision to extend funding for the alliance through 2028, EUGLOH will continue to strengthen collaboration in education, research and innovation across Europe. The alliance is also set to welcome the University of Amsterdam as a new member from 2027, further broadening its academic reach and opportunities for students and staff.

This momentum was clearly reflected at the 2026 EUGLOH Annual Summit, hosted by the University of Hamburg on 15-16 September. Bringing together more than 300 participants from 15 countries, the summit explored how universities can work with society and industry to advance global health innovation and create positive impact for more resilient communities.

The renewed funding marks an important milestone for the alliance and provides a strong platform for future collaboration. It will enable EUGLOH to continue developing opportunities for students, researchers, teachers and professional services staff while strengthening partnerships across Europe. The addition of the University of Amsterdam, a leading European university and long-standing partner of many EUGLOH institutions, further enhances the alliance’s expertise, networks and potential for collaboration.

Under the theme Science and the City: Exploring Pathways for Global Health Innovation, this year’s Annual Summit highlighted the importance of connecting science, society and industry to address complex global challenges. Through keynote talks, workshops and networking activities, participants explored how interdisciplinary collaboration, citizen engagement and transnational learning can contribute to healthier and more resilient societies.

Together, the renewed funding, the addition of a new member university and the success of the Annual Summit demonstrate the growing impact of EUGLOH as a European alliance. For Lund University and its partners, they represent an opportunity to deepen collaboration, expand opportunities for the university community and contribute to shaping the future of higher education in Europe.

18 September 2026

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Lund University hosts global partners to advance innovation in academic medicine

The 2026 Annual Meeting of the Global Alliance of Medical Excellence (GAME) was hosted by Lund University on 24–25 August, focusing on “Innovation in Academic Medicine”. GAME brings together leading medical universities and faculties, including Lund University, the University of Bologna, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Korea University, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Monash University, Nagoya University and the University of Nottingham.

At the annual meeting, participants shared approaches to entrepreneurship, technology transfer, medical education, translational research and innovation ecosystems, while exploring opportunities for stronger collaboration in doctoral education, researcher mobility and joint innovation initiatives. The meeting demonstrated how GAME can connect complementary expertise across continents and provide a platform for future international collaboration. In 2027, The Chinese University of Hong Kong will host the next GAME Annual Meeting, with the topic of AI in medicine expected to provide a broad framework for discussions spanning medical science and education.

For more information about the work and collaboration, please visit Game-med.net

4 September 2026

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International students arrive in Lund for the autumn semester

Between 1,200 and 1,500 international students are expected to enrol at Lund University for the autumn term. On Arrival Day, Tuesday 18th August, they are welcomed by staff and volunteers who assist them all the way from Copenhagen Airport to their new student accommodation.

“Arrival Day is about much more than just logistics. For many students, this is their first time in Lund, and we want them to feel welcome, safe and well looked after right from the start,” says Maria Yartseva, one of the organisers of Arrival Day at Lund University.

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17 August 2026

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A fourth-generation university in a BANI world?

In a BANI world (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear and often Incomprehensible) large international universities like Lund University, cannot succeed by being only excellent, efficient or prestigious. Universities must become something more – a fourth-generation university. That means moving beyond the classic missions of education, research and knowledge transfer to act as trusted orchestrators of innovation, resilience and societal progress.

A fourth-generation university does not simply produce knowledge – it connects disciplines, sectors and communities to turn knowledge into public value at scale and with speed. It builds strong ecosystems with cities, industry, government, civil society and global partners, while remaining deeply anchored in academic freedom and long-term intellectual courage.

In a brittle world, the university must invest in resilience rather than fragile optimization. Diversified partnerships, robust digital infrastructure, broad talent pipelines and research capacity is key to be able to respond quickly to disruption. In an anxious world, it must offer clarity, credibility and human development – educating students not only for jobs, but for judgment, adaptability and democratic responsibility.

In a nonlinear world the university must be able to experiment, learn quickly and scale what works, creating spaces where unexpected combinations of ideas generate breakthrough solutions. And in an incomprehensible world, it must become a place for sense-making. Translating complexity, convening difficult conversations and helping society navigate uncertainty with evidence and imagination. For a large international university, the future is therefore not bigger bureaucracy, but about greater connectivity, agility and purpose.

Together with you, our partners, Lund University is shaping the future as a fourth-generation university. In the BANI era, our direction is clear: to combine global reach, academic excellence and societal engagement to create lasting impact. We are excited about what we can accomplish together!

Kristina Eneroth
Pro Vice-Chancellor
for Strategy and Global Affairs
Lund University

12 June 2026

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How a cancer survivor developed a blood test that can change cancer care

As a teenage cancer patient, Lao Saal experienced firsthand how science can rewrite a life. Years later at Lund University, he developed a blood test that can detect signs of cancer relapse far earlier than today’s clinical standards.

”I think teenage me would be really proud. That experience is always with me – it’s the entire reason why I became a researcher.”

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10 June 2026

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Lundakarnevalen 2026: The Lund student carnival

Every four years, something extraordinary happens in Lund. For a few days, the streets fill with colourful costumes, imaginative performances, giant parade floats and thousands of students working together to create one of the most extraordinary events in Scandinavian student life. It is called Lundakarnevalen – a student-run carnival with a history stretching back more than 175 years.

A tradition born from the arrival of spring

The roots of Lundakarnevalen can be traced back to the long-standing student tradition of celebrating the arrival of spring between 30 April and 1 May. In the early years, these celebrations were often referred to as “Spring Festivals” or “May Festivals”, making it difficult to identify the exact moment when the carnival became a distinct event of its own.

What is considered the first documented Lundakarneval took place in 1849, when students organised a parade with a unified costume theme. The idea proved so entertaining that they decided to repeat it the following year, and then again the year after. What began as a playful student initiative gradually evolved into one of Lund’s most beloved cultural traditions.

Creativity on a grand scale

Today, Lundakarnevalen is far more than a parade. It is a unique platform for creativity, humour and student innovation. The carnival brings together students from across Lund University to create performances, revues, exhibitions, music, satire and public events.

Powered by students

What makes Lundakarnevalen truly exceptional is that it is organised almost entirely by student volunteers. In fact, the carnival is the second-largest volunteer event in the world, surpassed only by the Olympic Games. Thousands of students dedicate months of their time to planning, building, rehearsing and managing every aspect of the carnival.

This year’s carnival, Celestialkarnevalen, set a new participation record, bringing together 8 735 volunteers. Their collective effort transformed the city into a vibrant celebration of imagination, community and student spirit.

More than a festival

For many students, participating in Lundakarnevalen becomes one of the defining experiences of their university years. It is an opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, develop leadership and project-management skills, make lifelong friendships and contribute to a tradition that has connected generations of students since the nineteenth century.

25 May 2026

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Lund University launches unique humanities hub

A new hub for the humanities, innovation and society is taking shape in Lund. On 8 May, Lund University and partners from the business sector and civil society launched Lund Humanities Village, which is set to become a new platform for knowledge and innovation where the humanities and theology are linked more closely to today’s societal challenges.

The Lund Humanities Village initiative brings together students, researchers, the business community, the cultural sector, the public sector and the general public. The aim is to create new collaborations, job opportunities, innovations and pathways for the future within the most pressing issues of our time.

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13 May 2026

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Lund University to recruit more leading international researchers

The record-breaking 2025 recruitment drive resulted in leading researchers from around the world choosing Lund University. The University is now launching a new initiative and is seeking a total of 14 international researchers in fields, including sustainability.

The recruitment is part of the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence, a university-wide initiative aimed at recruiting outstanding researchers to Lund University.

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9 April 2026

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Lund University participates in high-level Swedish delegation to Texas

In March 2026, Lund University was one of three Swedish universities invited to participate in a Swedish delegation to Texas led by HRH Crown Princess Victoria and Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Maria Malmer Stenergard, in connection with the inauguration of Sweden’s new Consulate General in Houston.

Bringing together representatives from academia, industry, and government, the programme focused on strengthening Swedish–American collaboration in areas including space technology, life sciences, and innovation. Highlights included visits to NASA’s Johnson Space Center and the Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest medical complex. For Lund University, the visit strengthened connections with key actors such as Capital Factory in Austin and opened new opportunities for collaboration between Lund Innovation District and leading innovation ecosystems in Texas, including engagement with The University of Texas at Austin and the McCombs School of Business.

The delegation visiting MD Anderson’s laboratory at Texas Medical Center, where AI and autonomous solutions are being tested in healthcare.

27 March 2026

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Lund University and National University of Singapore strengthen strategic research collaboration

Lund University continues to develop our partnership with the National University of Singapore (NUS), strengthening long-term collaboration in research, education, and global engagement.

Building on a long-standing academic partnership, Lund University and the National University of Singapore (NUS) are deepening their collaboration through a set of targeted initiatives designed to support early-stage research cooperation and strengthen academic exchange. A central component is a joint seed funding call that enables researchers at both universities to initiate new collaborative projects and develop innovative research ideas together.

The seed funding focuses on four strategically important research areas: Advanced materials, AI in medicine, Biotechnology, and Computational humanities and social sciences. These areas reflect complementary research strengths at Lund University and NUS, as well as a shared ambition to advance knowledge and contribute solutions to complex global challenge. In addition to seed funding, the collaboration includes opportunities for mobility for students and staff, supporting knowledge exchange, capacity building, and the development of durable networks between Sweden and Singapore.

“Strategic partnerships like the one with NUS allow us to connect complementary research strengths and create opportunities for researchers to address complex global challenges together. Seed funding and mobility are key enablers in turning shared ambitions into concrete and lasting collaboration,” says Kristina Eneroth, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Strategy and Global Affairs at Lund University.

20 March 2026

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Academic Collaboration Chile Sweden (ACCESS): 10 Years of Research Excellence

Building on a decade of collaboration involving over 1,000 researchers across more than 50 interdisciplinary Research Themes, the 5th ACCESS Forum in Concepción in January 2026 marked a new chapter in Chile–Sweden relations. The event brought researchers together to develop interdisciplinary solutions to shared global challenges, further strengthening this binational partnership.

Lund University, a founding member and coordinator of the ACCESS platform, plays a central role in this collaboration, with Professor Stacey Sörensson serving as Chair of the ACCESS Steering Committee.

Hosted by the Universidad de Concepción, the 2026 Forum gathered researchers across 13 Research Theme workshops. The ACCESS Forum is not a traditional conference, but a strategic platform for joint knowledge production aimed at real-world impact. Central to this is interdisciplinarity: intensive four-day workshops bring together researchers from diverse fields to combine technical innovation with social, ethical, and cultural perspectives. ACCESS also remains committed to nurturing early-career scholars through a dedicated pre-Forum PhD event, ensuring doctoral students are fully integrated into binational research teams from the outset.

Beyond the workshops, the Forum served as a key platform for policy and diplomacy. A parallel programme for university and government representatives included a high-level workshop on responsible internationalisation, alongside a panel hosted by the Swedish Embassy on university–industry collaboration.

The programme was anchored by an opening plenary featuring Prof. Carlos Saavedra (Universidad de Concepción), H.E. Sofia Karlberg (Swedish Ambassador to Chile), and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Lena Eskilsson (Lund University), with contributions from major funders including ANID, EURAXESS, and the Swedish Research Council (VR). A welcome dinner followed, setting the tone for the week’s collaboration.

After several days of workshops and strategic discussions, the Forum concluded with a closing plenary where each Research Theme group presented roadmaps for continued collaboration. The week ended with cultural visits to the Hualpén Nature Sanctuary and Lota Park, offering insight into the Biobío Region’s natural and industrial heritage while fostering lasting professional connections.

The Road to 2027: A New Research Framework

Following the success in Concepción, preparations are underway for the next ACCESS Forum, to be hosted by the University of Gothenburg from 14–18 June 2027.

A new Research Framework will guide this edition, structured around six Focus Areas that define the operational context for Research Themes. These areas address challenges specific to Chile and Sweden while enabling multidisciplinary approaches that integrate social, ethical, and institutional dimensions. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will remain a secondary lens, ensuring global relevance.

Further details are available on the official ACCESS website.

6 February 2026

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Lund University ranked number one in the Nordic region

Lund University is strengthening its position as one of Europe’s leading universities and ranks the highest among the Nordic universities in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2026.

”At Lund University we conduct research and education that truly makes a difference. That we are now ranked as the leading university in the Nordic region and as number one in the world for sustainability, is both recognition of our work and a responsibility. We will continue to focus on knowledge, innovation and openness, something that has already had impact both nationally and internationally,” says Erik Renström, Vice-Chancellor of Lund University.

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