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New discovery about autophagy published in Nature

11 February, 2021

NEW STUDY. The protein VCP plays an important role in initiating the process of autophagy in the cell. This is the finding of researchers at the University of Gothenburg together with researchers at the University of Cambridge and AstraZeneca. Their study was recently published in the the journal Nature Chemical Biology. Autophagy is the process that the cell uses to remove harmful proteins and to recycle building blocks and energy. It…

Justin Schneiderman’s new assignment supports management in AI developments

18 January, 2021

AI NYTT. We can use artificial intelligence for many things, including for organizing otherwise unmanageable amounts of data or developing software that helps in interpreting information-rich  high-resolution x-ray images. In order to assist Sahlgrenska Academy researchers in staying up-to-date on this fast-developing field, management has appointed Justin Schneiderman to serve as an AI advisor for the faculty. In recent years, both competence and infrastructure for AI have taken great steps…

New studies support blood test for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease

13 January, 2021

NEW STUDIES. In three recent publications in Molecular Psychiatry, Brain and JAMA Neurology researchers from the University of Gothenburg provide convincing evidence that an in-house developed blood test for Alzheimer’s disease can detect the disease early and track its course, which has major implications for a potential use in clinical practice and treatment trials.  “This is an extremely dynamic research field right now, thanks to the technological development and seminal scientific progress in the past…

Louise Adermark awarded consolidator grant from the Swedish Research Council

7 January, 2021

YOUNG RESEARCHERS. The use of e-cigarettes and other non-tobacco nicotine products is increasing, and researcher Louise Adermark wants to find out more about the mechanisms behind nicotine addiction. She also wants to develop practical strategies to help users quit. She has now received a consolidator grant from the Swedish Research Council of twelve million SEK. Nicotine is not an illegal drug, and normally it does not turn the lives of…

Nine GU-researchers listed among the world’s most highly cited – Johan Bengtsson-Palme newcomer

26 November, 2020

DISTINCTION. The seven researchers at the University of Gothenburg, who were ranked among the top one percent of most highly cited researchers last year, have maintained their prestigious position in this year’s ranking: Kaj Blennow, Fredrik Bäckhed, Joakim Larsson, Henrik Nilsson, Karl Swedberg, Valentina Tremaroli, and Henrik Zetterberg. This year Johan Bengtsson-Palm joins the list in the Cross-Field category. Clarivate Analytics, the analytics firm that owns the Web of Science,…

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Björn Burmann: Biological solution NMR: From structure and dynamics towards cell biology

  • Webinar 15:00-16:00, Thursday March 4.
  • Link to Zoom webinar.

Engineering Health, April 13-14.

Program and registration now available for Engineering Heath, held as a digital event April 13-14, 2021.

Forskarsnabben – full autumn program

During 20 minutes over Zoom, the Biomedical Library gives tips on tools and services that can facilitate your research everyday life. Start January 27.
English version further down in the document.

The novel coronavirus – University-wide information on the Staff Portal

Read up-tp-date information regarding how effects of the pandemic are handled at the university.

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Due to new restrictions and decisions, all entrances are locked. For daytime access, use your GU card.

We are building at Medicinareberget

You will now find comprehensive information on construction projects that affect the Sahlgrenska Academy in the Staff Portal.

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