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Lund University was recently named number one in the world in the QS Sustainability Rankings. The Agenda 2030 Graduate School is now opening nominations for the annual Agenda 2030 Award. All university staff and students have the opportunity to highlight early-career researchers whose innovative work contributes to a more sustainable future. Sustainability has long been a clear priority for Lund U
That eating plenty of vegetables, wholegrains and legumes is beneficial for health is well known. More surprising, however, is that people who eat in a environmentally-friendly way also display nutritional values that are better than researchers had expected. This is shown in a new study by Anna Stubbendorff at the Agenda 2030 Graduate School. The EAT–Lancet diet is a global dietary guideline deve
Recently, the Agenda 2030 Graduate School gathered for a kickoff retreat that marked the start of this year’s joint work. Set in a calm environment conducive to reflection and in‑depth conversation, the retreat combined focused discussions with opportunities to exchange perspectives on sustainability research and engagement in an increasingly complex global context. A central part of the programme
On 18 April, the final day of Sustainability Week in Lund, Iury Salustiano Trojaborg and Juan Samper will present Sustainability at a Crossroads in the Lund Botanical Garden. This event combines an artistic performance with a lecture, inviting the audience to explore sustainability through the body, emotions and reflection. The programme will also feature a capoeira group from Malmö performing thi
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/article/beyond-facts-artistic-take-sustainability - 2026-09-23
Three questions for Juanita Francis, who successfully defended her thesis in Pure and Applied Biochemistry at Lund University's Faculty of Engineering (LTH). What inspired you to pursue this research topic, and how has your understanding of it evolved throughout your PhD journey?Well, I can definitely say it’s not because I like spiders! But what they can do, efficiently producing high-performance
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/article/silk-seeds-juanita-franciss-phd-journey - 2026-09-23
Climate change is damaging public health and is also leading to premature deaths. At the same time, the healthcare sector itself is responsible for significant emissions. Studies of intensive care and surgical care in Sweden show that over 60 per cent of the climate impact in intensive care is driven by the growing volume of single-use products, according to research by Linn Hemberg at Lund Univer
In the 1960s, Europe’s largest steel plant was built in Taranto, Italy. While transforming the local economy, it generated pollution that has been linked to illness and premature death among residents. In his doctoral thesis, Carlo Nicoli Aldini shows how law has both contributed to the crisis and been used as an instrument to seek justice by the local population. Carlo Nicoli Aldini recently comp
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/article/taranto-environmental-crisis-reveals-laws-ambivalent-role - 2026-09-23
Most patients with mycosis fungoides, a rare form of lymphoma, live for years with a relatively mild disease. But in some cases it develops into a more serious condition. Angelica Johansson has identified biological changes that may help explain why the disease progresses in about a quarter of patients. Her work also shows that patients report unexpectedly high quality despite living with a chroni
In his doctoral thesis, Juan Antonio Samper explores how conflict, extractivism and resistance shape the Colombian Andinoamazonia. This text was originally published on LinkedIn by Theo Hagman-Rogowski (LUCSUS, Lund University).On 5 June, Juan Antonio Samper, doctoral student at LUCSUS (Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies) and the Agenda 2030 Graduate School at Lund University, succe
Walking trails in the forest are often unnecessarily well-lit, according to a new study at Lund University. Softer, warmer lighting works just as well for people as today’s bright, white lighting, whilst causing less disturbance to nocturnal animals. Being able to spend time in woodland areas close to towns and cities provides opportunities for psychological recovery, experiencing nature and recre
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/article/right-lighting-encourages-more-people-go-evening-walk - 2026-09-23
How are social sustainability and human rights put into practice? In her thesis, Emelie Lantz has examined three collaborative projects in the city of Malmö. The findings show, amongst other things, how ‘project fatigue’ and imposed participation can arise in socio-economically disadvantaged neighbourhoods. The study also demonstrates how the pursuit of measurable targets can sometimes result in r
https://www.agenda2030graduateschool.lu.se/article/when-residents-voices-are-sidelined - 2026-09-23
In a time marked by rapid technological change and growing societal challenges, universities play a key role in shaping responsible and impactful innovation. Against this backdrop, CIRCLE invites researchers to come together to reflect, exchange perspectives, and co create knowledge on how innovation research can contribute to sustainable and systemic change. CIRCLE is hosting its third Innovation
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/upcoming-innovation-research-day-2026 - 2026-09-23
How is AI transforming research, innovation, and policy today – and how can you engage with it responsibly? Join the EU-SPRI Autumn School 2026 and the one-week intensive programme for PhD students and early-career researchers to learn about this current topic. The course aimed at PhD students and early-career researchers is held at CIRCLE in Lund, Sweden. It combines three key perspectives:AI as
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/application-open-ai-related-early-career-course - 2026-09-23
The Young Academy of Sweden has elected nine new members and CIRCLE researcher Johan Miörner is one of them. He hopes to use the platform this membership gives to influence the current decline in trust of academic knowledge as well as to build networks and start new collaborations. Johan Miörner is an Associate professor at the Department of Human Geography and faculty coordinator for Social scien
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/johan-miorner-new-member-young-academy-sweden - 2026-09-23
This seminar series explores ways to make knowledge more accessible and impactful, with a focus on improving living conditions where the need is greatest. It aims to promote alternative approaches to the democratization of knowledge in the Global South. Registration is now open for Knowledge Democratization for Inclusive Innovation Systems, an online seminar series aimed at PhD students, academic
CIRCLE in Almedalen: Climate change, geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological development are challenging our social structures. At the same time, they create opportunities for innovation and new ways of thinking. The key question is: how can we turn uncertainty into action and build resilience for the future? During this year’s Almedalsveckan in Visby, where politicians, researchers, busine
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/crisis-opportunity-how-can-we-build-stronger-society - 2026-09-23
Did you miss Almedalen this year? You are invited to watch the recording of the panel discussion on the topic of crisis preparedness. We are facing major challenges related to climate change, geopolitical uncertainty, and technological change. Addressing these challenges will require significant societal and economic transformation, and our ability to adapt will be crucial in determining how resil
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/watch-almedalen-panel-discussion-hosted-circle - 2026-09-23
The CIRCLE Annual Meeting 2026 is underway at The Loop in Lund, bringing together researchers and colleagues for a day of presentations, discussions, and networking. Held in Lund's innovation district, the annual meeting provides an important opportunity to take stock of ongoing research, exchange perspectives, and strengthen collaborations across disciplines and research areas.Throughout the two
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/circle-annual-meeting-2026-brings-innovation-researchers-together-lund - 2026-09-23
CIRCLE recently hosted an insightful seminar titled “Industry – University Cooperation – a Key Factor for Innovation”, featuring Philipp Janello, Head of Academic Relations and Innovation Politics at BMW Group. Philipp Janello shared BMW’s perspective on how collaboration between universities and large corporations can shape the future of innovation. Some areas of cooperation highlighted included:
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/industry-university-cooperation-key-driver-innovation - 2026-09-23
As we struggle with environmental and societal crises, there's a growing need to rethink the foundational ideas of industrial modernity according to Laur Kanger, Professor of Sustainability Transitions, who was the invited guest speaker at a policy seminar hosted by CIRCLE and SIRI. In his talk, Laur Kanger pointed out that industrial modernity has had a great impact on our society as the driver o
https://www.circle.lu.se/article/fixing-21st-century-problems-19th-century-ideas-call-new-thinking - 2026-09-23
