Research at Uppsala University
New biomarkers can lead to breakthrough in diabetes research
18 February 2021. With the discovery of two new biomarkers, Olof Eriksson, researcher in translational imaging, may le ...
Producing more sustainable hydrogen
12 February 2021. Hydrogen for energy use can be extracted in an environmentally friendly way from water and sunlight, ...
The professor wanting to contribute to peace on Earth
25 January 2021. Isak Svensson is, as he describes it, a product of the Department of Peace and Conflict Research. Si ...
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Here you will find all research projects at Uppsala University funded by the main Swedish funding bodies. The search feature is based on the SweCRIS database.
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Does Developmental exposure to Bisphenol A induce bone and adipose tissue disturbances?
Research project from 2013-01-01 to 2015-12-31
The AIM of this project is to investigate whether low-dose exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) during early development disturbs the subsequent balance between bone and adipose tissue throughout the life span ...
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Chronic opioid treatment in chronic non-cancer pain: benefits and work ability versus misuse and opioid use disorders
Research project from 2017-01-01 to 2019-12-31
This multidisciplinary project targets central gaps of knowledge regarding risks and benefits with chronic opioid treatment (> 3 months) in chronic non-cancer pain.The aim is two-folded:(1) To recruit ...
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Evaluation of data from inspections, questionnaires and measurements in Swedish homes in association with perceived air quality, indoor climate and health symptoms using the BETSI database.
Research project from 2013-01-01 to 2015-12-31
The Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning has through the BETSI study 2009, reported a high proportion of residences with dampness and too low air exchange in Sweden. This knowledge ...
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Indoor and outdoor environment in schools, homes, day care centres and offices in Malaysia: Epidemiological studies of health associations
Research project from 2014-01-01 to 2016-12-31
The main aim is mutual exchange of knowledge and research methodology in environmental medicine, in particular on associations between health and indoor exposures. Schools is an important environment for ...
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Indoor and outdoor environmental pollution, diet and aspects of food safety in China: Health studies in school children in different parts of China
Research project from 2012-01-01 to 2014-12-31
There is a significant indoor and outdoor air pollution in China, and air pollution has the strongest impact on the poorer part of the population. Food safety is another important issue in China, both ...
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Outdoor air pollution and indoor environment in homes and school in China: effects on asthma, rhinitis, dermatitis and respiratory health in preschool children and students
Research project from 2018-01-01 to 2020-12-31
The overall aim is to study health effects of outdoor air pollution, climate and indoor environment (homes, schools) across China on asthma, rhinitis, dermatitis and respiratory health in Chinese children ...
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Nanoparticles - relevance of size shape chemistry and topography for inflammatory response
Research project from 2011-08-01 to 2016-06-30
Purpose and goal: The ubiquitous presence of nanoparticles together with increasing evidence linking them to negative health effects points towards the need to assess toxicological potential as well as ...
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Travel grant application for attending the EUROTOX 2011 that will take place in Paris, France, 28th-31st August 2011.
Research project from 2011-07-01 to 2011-12-31
The primary aim of this application is firstly to cover the expenses for me and my PhD student Monika Rönn for attending Eurotox in Paris, were we will present in total four abstracts. I have been selected ...
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Time patterns of physical load, performance and musculoskeletal disorders. A longitudinal study of male and female string players
Research project from 2018-01-01 to 2020-12-31
Musculoskeletal disorders are among the most common causes of sick leave. Variation in physical workload is believed to be an effective intervention, but knowledge is sparse as to what initiatives will ...
Research spotlight: The coronavirus
Limited transmission of COVID-19 from open schools but teachers were affected
12 February 2021. Most countries introduced school closures during the spring of 2020 despite uncertainty regarding th ...
New clues to how SARS-CoV-2 infects cells
8 February 2021. The molecular details of how SARS-CoV-2 enters cells and infects them are still not clear. Researche ...
Interdisciplinary collaboration provides new answers about immunity after Covid-19
8 January 2021. Only weeks after the coronavirus reached Sweden, blood samples were taken from more than 2,000 emplo ...
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