COLLABORATION. AI Innovation of Sweden, recently opened in Gothenburg, is one of Sweden’s largest investments in artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative is being funded by Vinnova (Sweden’s innovation agency, and Region Västra Götaland along with a large number of partners, including the University of Gothenburg and Chalmers University of Technology. AI Innovation of Sweden has its headquarters at Lindholmen Science Park, where the official opening took place on February 6.…
Extra ALF funding invested in three areas
COLLABORATION. The spring’s excellent ALF evaluation has now resulted in an extra SEK 20 million for clinical research in Västra Götaland. Sahlgrenska Academy and Sahlgrenska University Hospital will now use these funds for joint strategic investments in areas that the Swedish Research Council’s evaluation identified as needing strengthening. In March 2018 the Swedish Research Council released its report on its evaluation of clinical research at the county councils and universities…
Ann Wennerberg is the new assistant dean for internationalization and collaboration
LEADERSHIP ASSIGNMENT. After almost 10 years in Malmö, Ann Wennerberg returned to Gothenburg some time ago. She has now been appointed as assistant dean for internationalization and collaboration. “I thought it sounded like an exciting job and something new for me to get involved in. I’m at the end of my career, and I’m pleased to work for the Academy and get a more general picture of issues that are…
Ernst Nyström lost his words – but not his positive outlook on life
COLLABORATION. During his time as a professor at the University, he was one of the most enthusiastic disseminators of knowledge. Ernst Nyström was passionate about what is called the third stream activities. But shortly after his retirement, he suffered a massive stroke. Gone are the quick responses, but not his inexhaustible good humor. The brain is truly a mysterious organ. The major brain hemorrhaging that afflicted Ernst just over eight…
E-cigarettes can be a health hazard
REPORT. Two out of five boys in upper-secondary school have tried e-cigarettes, whose sweet taste and vapors can have a negative effect on health. They can also be a gateway to smoking regular tobacco cigarettes. That is indicated by a new report on the use, attitudes and potential health effects of e-cigarettes. Since electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) appeared on the market at the turn of the century, their popularity has steadily…