Björkén Prize to Lars Tranvik for research on lakes
The Björkén Prize for 2024 is awarded to Professor Lars Tranvik for his outstanding research on lakes and their role in the climate system. ...
Oskar Lövström: from student representative to Uppsala Student of the Year
Alongside his studies on the Master of Science Programme in Pharmacy, Oskar Lövström has worked hard to make student voices heard. This dedi...
Excellence initiative for Viking research
On 3 September 2024, the new centre of excellence The World in the Viking Age (WIVA) will be inaugurated at Uppsala University. Its aim i...
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Dag Hammarskjöld Lecture
The annual Dag Hammarskjöld Lecture, jointly hosted by the Dag Hammarskjöld Foundation and Uppsala University, is given in memory of Dag Hammarskjöld....
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