Strong research environments and research areas

The University’s contribution to solving global societal challenges.

Research within areas important to Sweden’s competitiveness.

Uppsala University coordinates initiatives in seven strategic areas pinpointed by the government.

European research consortia for innovation and entrepreneurship. Uppsala University participates in the areas of energy, health and raw materials.

National initiative to transform Sweden into a leader in the use of the Internet of Things (IoT). Coordinated by Uppsala University.

There are several strategic research centres at Uppsala University which have a multidisciplinary, comprehensive perspective.

Research projects with a focus on the ethical, economic, labour market, social and legal aspects of the technological shift.

Four strong research environments that have been established with the help of long-term government funding, or ‘Linnéstöd’.

Read more about a selection of research projects at Uppsala University.

Competence centre that collaborates with the World Health Organization to promote the health of refugees and migrants.

Research programme that will help create the conditions for a democratic and robust society and strengthen academic freedom.