NEW STUDY. People who maintain or increase their aerobic fitness are at less risk of being hospitalized in the future, particularly if they were hospitalized previously. These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg. Regular physical activity has several health benefits, including a reduced risk of developing and dying from cardiovascular disease. However, there has been little research into the link between the development of…
The next faculty management is taking shape – four vice deans ready
FACULTY MANAGEMENT. Future dean Jenny Nyström and future vice-dean Magnus Simrén can now present the four vice deans who will be responsible for research, postgraduate education, education as well as internationalization and cooperation. Ready for assignments as vice deans: Mats Brännström, vice dean for research. Professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Institute of Clinical Sciences. Former member of the Internationalization Council. Has for the past decades led…
Artery calcification more common in night owls
NEW STUDY. Artery calcification is almost twice as common in night owls compared to early birds, according to a study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Circadian function appears to be particularly important during the early stages of cardiovascular disease. Atherosclerosis involves fatty deposits accumulating on the inside of the arteries, making it harder for blood to pass through. The disease develops over a very long period of time and…
Moderate low-carbohydrate diet is beneficial for adults with type 1 diabetes
NEW STUDY. A moderate low-carbohydrate diet for adults with type 1 diabetes has advantages over traditional diet. The average blood sugar level is reduced and the time with good values during a 24 hour period is increased, without any negative health impact. This has been shown in a study carried out at the University of Gothenburg. The study, published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe, is the largest of…
Agneta Holmäng and Henrik Hagberg: “Merry Christmas, and thank you for all these years!”
COLUMN. Agneta Holmäng and Henrik Hagberg are about to leave their positions as Dean and Pro-Dean respectively following six years of excellent cooperation. In their final Christmas greeting, they look forward with confidence to the next chapter in the tale of Sahlgrenska Academy. Christmas is just around the corner, which hopefully means we will all be able to have some much-needed time off. Take the opportunity to slow down a…
Time to transition or complete ongoing trials for medicinal products
RESEARCH RESOURCES. The transitional period for the new EU legislation for clinical trials of medicinal products is coming to an end. For new applications the transitional period ended in January 2023. However, for ongoing trials registered in the EudraCT database the transitional period ends in January 2025. At that point, all current trials must either be completed or transferred to the Clinical Trial Information System (CTIS) database. On January 31,…
Collaborative ambitions to be reflected in investments in the premises of the future
PREMISES PROJECTS. Eric Hanse, resigning Vice Dean with responsibility for premises and infrastructure, gives an overview of ongoing activities in some of the projects at Medicinareberget. “Sahlgrenska Academy’s premises need to be developed in order to support the needs of the operations in the future. Functional premises help us carry out our mission in research and education in a good way. It is equally important to keep track of our…
Viking dentistry was surprisingly advanced
NEW STUDY. Widespread caries and toothache – but also some dental work and filing of front teeth. Viking Age teeth from Varnhem bear witness to surprisingly advanced dentistry. This has been shown in a study carried out at the University of Gothenburg. The study examined 3,293 teeth from 171 individuals among the Viking Age population of Varnhem in Västergötland, Sweden. The site is known for extensive excavations of Viking and…
Major prize in sports science to Mats Börjesson
AWARD. Mats Börjesson, professor of sports physiology, is this year’s recipient of the research award in sports science from SCIF (Swedish Central Association for the Promotion of Sports). The award is personal, and it is the most prestigious one within sports research. The prize is awarded for extensive and high-quality research in sports medicine, which has significant relevance to Swedish sports. “It means a lot on a personal level. Nothing…
Carolina Guibentif studies embryotic processes leading to disease
SCIENTIST PORTRAIT. Half of all childhood cancers have a suspected prenatal origin, which limits the possibility to study the cells undergoing the initial mutations, as this happens in utero. In her project, Carolina Guibentif propose to use human pluripotent stem cell cultures to study these early events, that take place before birth. Niclas Lundh, administrative coordinator at the institution, has met her. What is your scientific background? I became interested…
Seminar provides practical tips on ethical applications for animal experiments
RESEARCH ETHICS. Professor of Physiology Ingrid Wernstedt Asterholm has extensive experience of both formulating her own applications and, as a former member of the regional ethics committee, assessing other people’s applications. Here is her advice on applying for ethical approval for animal experiments. During the seminar ‘Animal ethics – from the ancient Greeks to tips for success in animal ethics applications’, Ingrid Wernstedt Asterholm shared her experiences and advice on…
Report from the General Academy Meeting on publishing costs
GENERAL ACADEMY MEETING. The issue of increased costs in scientific publishing is complex, but future developments could potentially lead to lower expenses and increased accessibility in publishing. The General Academy Meeting on December 11 provided an interesting discussion, also addressing the challenges posed by predatory journals. For a considerable period, the costs of scientific publishing have risen significantly each year, noted Dean Agneta Holmäng as she introduced the meeting. “There…
Major VR-grants In clinical therapy research
GRANT. Two projects at WCMTM receive funding from the Swedish Research Council for clinical therapy research. The studies receiving support should have a clear connection to the needs of healthcare and demonstrate patient and societal benefits within five years after the end of the projects. Anders Rosengren receives nearly SEK 19 million during the period 2024-2027 for his research on type 2 diabetes and the evaluation of long-term preventive measures…
The Kamprad Family Foundation calls for better applications
COOPERATION. The Kamprad Family Foundation wants to fund research that is close to reality, where the results have the potential to be implemented in the near future. During the Foundation’s recent visit to the University of Gothenburg, a clear message was given: Read the call for applications carefully and write better applications! The Kamprad Family Foundation stimulates education and research that promotes entrepreneurship, the environment, skills, health and social development.…
VR funds national postgraduate school in compulsory psychiatric care and forensic psychiatry
POSTGRADUATE STUDIES. A new national postgraduate school in compulsory psychiatric care and forensic psychiatry is now being established by the University of Gothenburg in cooperation with Lund University. The graduate school is funded with SEK 30 million from the Swedish Research Council. The primary applicant for the funding of the new postgraduate school is Peter Andiné, professor of forensic psychiatry at the University of Gothenburg and senior physician at Sahlgrenska…
Win a copy of Ingmar Skoog’s acclaimed book (in Swedish)
BOOK. “70 is the new 50” has become a common phrase. The author Ingmar Skoog has now written a book on the subject with this very title. Sahlgrenska Academy employees can win a copy. So far, the book is only available in Swedish. For a chance to win a copy of the book “70 är det nya 50” (“70 is the New 50” – the book is in Swedish), email…
Challenging beliefs about person-centered care with humor and evidence in dialogue material
RESEARCH COMMUNICATION. Using humor as a tool, researchers hope to find new ways to make knowledge for the development of healthcare easier to act on. Six playful illustrations depicting beliefs about person-centered care have been paired with relevant research to encourage conversation and reflection. Person-centered healthcare is based on the abilities, needs, and conditions of the unique individual. To promote more person-centered health and social care, the University of Gothenburg…
Doctoral thesis: Fear’s impact post Achilles tendon rupture
DOCTORAL THESIS. Achilles tendon rupture is a common injury, with about 20 percent of individuals unable to return to their previous level of physical activity post-injury. Unnur Sædís Jónsdóttir has investigated the causes, identifying fear as a significant obstacle. What led to your thesis? “Those who suffer from Achilles tendon rupture are typically active, often middle-aged men who engage in activities requiring quick changes of direction. Approximately 20 percent of…
Podden Akademiliv – about fibromyalgia and other long-term generalized pain (in Swedish)
RESEARCH COMMUNICATION. In the latest episode of the Akademiliv podcast (in Swedish), you will hear Anna Grimby Ekman, professor of health science statistics, whose research is based on large amounts of data with the goal of improving the rehabilitation of people with pain. The conversation is about how researchers measure pain, why it is so important that people with pain are partners in research and how research can help care…
Doctoral thesis on predicting and preventing preterm delivery
DOCTORAL THESIS. Preterm delivery is the leading cause of death in children under the age of five. Tove Wikström’s research focuses on methods to identify women with an increased risk of preterm delivery, in order to find ways to prevent it in the future. When delivery occurs before 37 weeks of gestation, it is defined as preterm. This is the single most important cause of death in children under the…