RESEARCH. High up in Lundberg Laboratory, the University of Gothenburg has brought together research on the mucus that protects the intestines and lungs against infections. Eight research teams are working here at the absolute cutting edge of mucin and mucus biology. Join us for a visit to their new laboratories. Two years have passed since the laboratories moved from their former premises in the basement of ‘Medicinarelängan’ to the top…
Quick update from the General Academy Meeting focused on profile areas
FACULTY MEETING. Sahlgrenska Academy plans to propose a profile area in the university-wide efforts to develop five profile areas in which the University of Gothenburg may apply for funding. The proposed area for our faculty is “age-related diseases and therapy development”. At Thursday afternoon’s General Academy Meeting, the Faculty Board opened the floor a broad discussion. In the 2021 spring budget bill, the Government proposed a new quality-based system for…
See Elias Eriksson’s appreciated lecture on Arvid Carlsson (in Swedish)
The permanent exhibition about Arvid Carlsson is now officially opened by the faculty. The main act during the inauguration was the lecture given by Elias Eriksson. Listeners described the lecture as both fun and interesting. The lecture was broadcast live via Zoom, and then also recorded. The film is freely available for two weeks (until Friday 23 September), and will then only be viewable by logging in with xkonto.
High-volume surgeons no better at reducing postoperative incontinence
NEW STUDY. In men who have had prostate cancer surgery, urinary incontinence is a common side effect. Its frequency varies from one surgeon to the next. In a major University of Gothenburg study, the number of surgeries performed by the urology surgeon made no difference to the patients’ incontinence risk. This surprised researchers. Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in men, with some 10,000 new cases detected…
How to develop the writing in your research group: editors share their top tips
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATION. Have you ever had writer’s block, had difficulty formulating your article’s introduction, or felt you don’t have enough time to write and revise manuscripts? You are not alone. Even though scientific writing is central to success in academia, it is a challenge for many. Experienced scientific editors shared their expertise on a recent intensive course in scientific writing. Here are some of their best tips. “I’ve seen my…
A pioneer in drama in nursing education retires
PEOPLE. Professor Margret Lepp, a driving force in the development of drama in nursing education, has now resigned from the Institute of Health and Care Sciences. A two-hour long symposium with invited speakers preceded a traditional party in her honor. [Scroll down to see more photos from the retirement celebration.] It became clear during the symposium that Margret Lepp, in addition to being a highly valued colleague and friend,…
Development of Smart Microscopy at CCI Receives SSF Fellows Grant
CONDITIONS FOR RESEARCH. The development of next generation smart microscopy involves a powerful combination of automated end-to-end imaging workflows, image analysis, and machine learning strategies. Rafael Camacho, scientific officer at CCI who works with this development, received the SSF Research Infrastructure Fellows 2 program – a SEK 15 million grant spread over a five-year period with the aim to continue the development of smart microscopy. Since the project is carried out…
Carolina Guibentif named one of research leaders of the future
YOUNG RESEARCHERS. Carolina Guibentif, a researcher in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, uses single-cell analysis to identify genes and mechanisms that have an important bearing on prenatal cancers. Her dream is to develop research that could help the early identification of newborns at risk of developing cancer. Naturally, Guibentif is delighted to be among those recently named a Research Leader of the Future by the Swedish Foundation for Strategic…
New podcast episode: Infection professor Magnus Gisslén on monkeypox (in Swedish)
PODCAST. In a new episode of the Akademiliv podcast, Magnus Gisslén gives an up-to-date picture of the monkeypox virus and the possibility of a vaccine and treatment against the disease. The podcast is only available in Swedish. Monkeypox is spreading in the world, and the WHO has classified the disease as an international threat to human health. Magnus Gisslén, professor of infectious diseases at University of Gothenburg and chief physician…
SLS recognizes Kristina Malmgren for her research into epilepsy surgery
DISTINCTION. The Swedish Society of Medicine (SLS) is awarding Professor Kristina Malmgren the Ingvar Prize of SEK 35,000 and the SLS 200-year bronze medal. Kristina Malmgren is being recognized for her major contributions to epilepsy surgery research in Sweden, particularly through the establishment of the Swedish National Epilepsy Surgery Register and extensive research into the long-term effects of epilepsy surgery. She has had prominent roles in international epilepsy organizations. As…
Sahlgrenska Life: The Västra Götaland Region’s Board decided on preparatory work in the hospital area
CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION. Akademiliv provides information on construction projects on Medicinareberget for the period weeks 35 – 38 (August 29 – September 23, 2022). The periodic information about constructions on Medicinareberget is distributed with special mailings and in Akademiliv every four weeks. During 2022, the distribution of information occurs on September 19, October 17, November 14 and December 12. If you have questions about the construction activities, feel free to email…
Possible new cancer treatment target discovered
NEW STUDY. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have identified a previously unknown mechanism controlling tumor growth in cultured cells and mice. This discovery may potentially enable future development of new drugs against a range of cancer diseases. In a research article published in the journal Nature Communications, the Gothenburg scientists have described their discovery. It concerns a protein that binds genetic material and, as the researchers now show, also…
Hellström receives medal from the Swedish Society of Medicine
PRIZE. The Swedish Society of Medicine has awarded this year’s Gullstrand Gold Medal to Ann Hellström, a professor of ophthalmology at the University of Gothenburg and chief physician at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. The medal is awarded only every 10 years. Hellström received it for her research in pediatric ophthalmology. Children born extremely prematurely have very good chances of survival today. But because organs, nervous tissue, and blood vessels have not…
Cardiac arrest survival rate rising
NEW STUDY. The probability of surviving sudden cardiac arrest outside hospital has more than doubled in 30 years. This is shown by a national Swedish register study covering more than 130,000 cases. Sudden cardiac arrest affects some 10,000 people in Sweden annually. Saving them is a race against the clock, and the actions of bystanders who can perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and use a defibrillator are entirely crucial. Three in…
Agneta Holmäng: Welcome back to Sahlgrenska Academy!
COLUMN. In her greeting, Dean Agneta Holmäng highlights the work on profile areas and the national ALF evaluation as two issues of importance during the autumn semester. A warm welcome back to the Faculty and the University. I hope you had the opportunity to enjoy the summer and recharge your batteries. We all need a good, long break so that we can return with the inspiration necessary to tackle our…
Sahlgrenska Academy continues to perform well in the Shanghai rankings
RANKING. When the Shanghai ranking recently presented its subject-specific lists, the University of Gothenburg ranked highest in Sweden in the areas of Human Biological Sciences and Dentistry. The University also had a high ranking in Biological Sciences. Every year ShanghaiRanking Consultancy publishes a list ranking the world’s top universities: The list bears the official name Academy Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), but it usually is simply called the Shanghai ranking.…
Walking football can enhance health and older people’s mobility
NEW STUDY. Physical activity, social interaction, and a sense of community are among the effects of walking football – known as walking soccer in the U.S. – an increasingly popular senior sport now addressed in a Swedish scientific study. The research results show that the sport promotes health and has the potential to get more people exercising far into old age. The study was carried out jointly by the Swedish…
Chancellor’s election for the University of Gothenburg – nominate or apply by September 23
VICE-CHANCELLOR. Recruitment of a vice-chancellor for the University of Gothenburg is entering a more intensive phase. Interested parties can now apply for the position, and it is also possible to nominate candidates. The University is looking for a Vice-Chancellor for the term of office starting on 1 July 2023. According to the job description, the candidate should be an internationally recognised professor, an experienced manager and someone committed to the…
The government is proposing legislative changes to simplify the conduct of clinical research
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE RESEARCH. The government wants it to be easier and more predictable to plan and carry out clinical research. In a legislative council referral, amendments are therefore proposed to the Patient Data Act which make it clear that the processing of personal data when calculating numbers for clinical research is permitted. “The fact that clinical studies are located in Sweden strengthens Sweden as a life science nation…
Fatigue is highly common after intensive care for COVID-19
NEW STUDY. A one-year follow-up study of the first wave of ICU patients in Gothenburg after intensive care for severe COVID-19 showed that fatigue was very common among them. Of the 104 questionnaire respondents, 67 stated that they were fatigued. This was one of the main findings from the study, which was conducted by researchers at the University of Gothenburg and Sahlgrenska University Hospital. A one-year follow-up study of the…