AWARD. Jan Holmgren, senior professor in medical microbiology, is this year’s recipient of the Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal Award. He receives the prize for his pioneering contribution to research relating to oral vaccines and mucous membrane immunology, and also for having led the development of the world’s first efficient cholera vaccine. “It is a prize which is most usually awarded to Americans and it is, of course, a great…
The University Library’s digital journals, databases and books soon require an x-account
RESEARCH RESOURCES. Today, those who are outside the university network uses their library card number and personal identification number to access the University Library’s e-resources, i.e. digital journals, databases and books. As of April 1, an x-account will be needed to access e-resources. Turn to the institution where you have your affilliation if you need an x-account. From April, 1 remote access to the university library’s e-resources will be provided…
Microwave helmet provides quick and reliable assessment of head injuries
NEW STUDY. Results from a clinical study demonstrates that microwave measurements can be used for a rapid detection of intracranial bleeding in traumatic brain injuries. A recently published scientific study shows that health care professionals get vital information and can quickly decide on appropriate treatment if patients are examined using a microwave helmet. The study demonstrates a new health care application for microwave measurements. Previously, microwave measurements have been used to…
Henrik Sjövall: “A unique opportunity to acquire knowledge of migration and health”
INTERDISCIPLINARITY. Globalization and migration are currently changing the world and the foundations on which it is based. A new cross-university center is currently being established at the Faculty of Social Sciences, aimed at, among other things, facilitating more fact-based debate in society. Henrik Sjövall, who is representing the Sahlgrenska Academy in this steering group, believes that the center is a unique opportunity to acquire new knowledge in a field that…
Seeking new treatment possibilities against obesity – in the brain
YOUNG RESEARCHERS. Discoveries about the hormone GLP-1 can by extension lead to a new pharmaceutical treatment against obesity – and an alternative to obesity surgery. Karolina Skibicka has conducted pioneering studies of the nervous system’s reward mechanisms and is now continuing her research at the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational Medicine. Obesity is a widespread disease, which is more common in the world today than starvation. It is a…
Just over SEK 18 million for research on rehabilitating people on disability in western Sweden
GRANTS. Forte has recently decided to provide support for research projects that examine how people who are on disability due to pain or mental conditions can return to the labor force. Of the six projects that Forte decided to support, four of the main applicants are employed at Sahlgrenska Academy and will conduct the research with Region Västra Götaland as the grant manager. Mental illness and painful conditions are the…
University research to be evaluated again
EVALUATION. University of Gothenburg is planning a sequel to RED10, the university’s first and now six year old research evaluation. How, when and why a new evaluation will take place was recently discussed at a packed seminar. Represented at the seminar was also the pioneer and inspirer Uppsala University, which is now conducting its third evaluation. “We need to know that we do the right things in a quality safe…
Christina Jern received most votes in the Dean selection process
SELECTION OF DEAN. Christina Jern won the vote in the advisory selection of dean at Sahlgrenska Academy. She received 371 votes, representing 55.3 percent of the voters. “I want to thank our co-workers for the confidence to lead the faculty. I’m pleased I got such great support. I also would like to thank the nominating committee for a well managed process. To become Dean of the faculty is an exciting mission that I…
Two researchers receive SEK 5 million from Torsten Söderberg Foundation
GRANTS. Marcela Pekna and Ulf Smith both gained approval for their application to the Torsten Söderberg Foundation. Marcela Pekna received SEK 3 million for her research on a new treatment strategy for brain damage due to birth asphyxia and stroke, and Ulf Smith received just over SEK 2 million for his project on new markers and mechanisms in Type 2 diabetes. The Torsten Söderberg Foundation promotes scientific research in primarily economy, medicine and jurisprudence.…
First teaching assistant to obtain a PhD at the Institute of Health and Care Sciences
PhD PROGRAM. The initiative at the Institute of Health and Care Sciences for research teaching assistants has paid off handsomely. Sara Wallström, who was among the first nursing students to enroll in the teaching assistant program, has obtained her PhD. Dr. Wallström caught sight of a note on the bulletin board one day seven years ago when was in her last semester of the nursing program. The department had never…
Students from occupational therapy program are interviewed the magazine Ridsport
STUDENT. The students Erica Wikunge and Kristina Ukalovic, both studying their last semester at the occupational therapy program at the Sahlgrenska Academy, are highlighted in the latest issue of the magazine Ridsport (“Ride Sport”). The two students are currently working on their thesis about the health effects of horse riding, which they think should be counted as a wellness benefit activity. “Horses are a way to release the stress of…
Maria Boström interviewed in our podcast – in Swedish
RESEARCH. Maria Boström – ergonomist, physiotherapist and doctoral researcher at the Occupational and Environmental Medicine – is the latest researcher to guest Academy of Life podcast. She has investigated how young adults view their own ability to work. What does it mean to have a good ability to work and what makes it increase or decrease? Note – the podcast is in Swedish. Society has become more individualized with high…
Sahlgrenska Universitetssjukhuset först ut med nya karriärvägar för akademiska vårdyrken
Sahlgrenska University Hospital leads the way in developing new career opportunities in academic healthcare professions CAREER OPPORTUNITIES. Sahlgrenska University Hospital is opening up new career opportunities for healthcare professionals. Employees with PhD’s will soon be able to take on new titles, such as chief nurse, chief midwife, and chief physiotherapist. The idea behind this change is that more people will be able to carry out their research in close proximity…
March for Science is about the public, not the scientists
RESEARCH CONDITIONS. On April 22,scientists and their supporters in the United States will conduct a demonstration for research, March for Science. The aim is to show support for the use of science and evidence-based research policy. The great march will be held in Washington, D.C. but similar marches will be held around the United States, and even in Gothenburg – also on 22 April. March for Science Gothenburg is organized…
Investigation on the handling of suspected research misconduct submitted to government
GOVERNMENT. Wednesday, February 22, the Misconduct Investigation submitted its report, “New order to promote good practice and manage research misconduct” to Helene Hellmark Knutsson, Minister of Higher Education and Research. The government’s special investigator Margaretha Fahlgren has been commissioned to examine the need for a new management of matters relating to the investigation of misconduct in research and to submit proposals that ensure a clear and legally secure handling of…
A trend reversal in childhood obesity – a decline in the BMI in 8-year-old boys
NEW STUDY. After decades of increasing childhood obesity, things are now going in the opposite direction. A study from Sahlgrenska Academy shows that among 8-year-old boys in Sweden, the percentage of boys suffering from overweight or obesity has decreased to their lowest levels since the early 1990s. “A levelling off of the childhood obesity epidemic has been shown before, but we are able to demonstrate clear reduction in mean BMI…
Three quick questions for researchers who use international research infrastructure
INFRASTRUCTURE. Do you use BBMRI, EATRIS, ELIXIR, EMBL, INSTRUCT, NEIC, or PRACE? Answer our super short survey – it’s three questions and takes maximum two minutes! Click on the link and fill in the questionnaire. https://sunet.artologik.net/gu/Survey/1648 The Research Council has adressed all universities in order to get an idea of how much various international research infrastructure is used and their significance for Swedish research. The Government allocates substantial sums to Sweden to participate in…
Wallenberg Centre opened with seminar
EVENT. “I am proud of the collaboration between the various partners. It is now our joint responsibility to ensure that the center is successful.” This was the statement from Vice-Chancellor Pam Fredman at the first Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational Medicine Event on February 7th. The Wallenberg Centre for Molecular and Translational Medicine is the full name of a major investment in medical research that entails a collaboration between the University of…
Christina Jern: “Together we will create a modern and competitive academy”
SELECTION OF DEAN. We create a modern academy together by helping younger researchers advance as group leaders, enhancing collaboration, independent research, research-related teaching and a culture of trust and respect. This is Christina Jern’s vision if she becomes Dean of Sahlgrenska Academy. Christina Jern has many years of experience in leadership assignments both at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Sahlgrenska Academy. She is a dual specialist in neurology and clinical genetics.…
Agneta Holmäng: “Time to advance the Academy’s positions”
SELECTION OF DEAN. Strengthen collegial governance, seek to resolve differences between different parts of the faculty, increase external funding, for example, by establishing centers and through fundraising, and defend the autonomy of the departments. These are important goals on Agneta Holmäng’s agenda if she becomes Sahlgrenska Academy’s next dean. She also wants to elevate the Academy’s standing within the university and at the national level. For eleven years, Agneta Holmäng…