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The Electoral College is now starting the process of appointing three new academic staff representatives to the University Board for the next term of office. The term of office for the three current members ends on 30 April 2026, and the new members will be appointed for the period 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2029. The process of appointing academic staff representatives is regulated by the Higher Educ

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/propose-candidates-spring-2026-election-academic-staff-representatives-university-board - 2026-11-02

Two issues that have taken up a relatively large part of my time since I became pro vice-chancellor five years ago are the management of research data and IT security. Both were areas in which LU did not really live up to the expectations of a top 100 university. There are, naturally, many points of contact between the areas, and both require a larger element of university-wide solutions than what

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/strengthened-it-security-and-better-support-research-data-two-crucial-steps-forward-tomorrows - 2026-11-02

The Recruitment Committee has now decided which candidates will be called for a first interview for the position of Vice-Chancellor. The candidates will be interviewed by the Recruitment Committee in March. The candidates called for a first interview are: Aylin Ahadi, professor, Lund University Mats Benner, professor, Lund University Martin Malmsten, professor, University of Copenhagen Erik Renstr

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/five-candidates-called-interview-vice-chancellor-position - 2026-11-02

Increased knowledge and understanding of what women go through during menopause contributes to a better work environment. There are now several planned initiatives to support this. Managers are offered a course that aims to help them provide better support to staff. And staff members are invited to a seminar. Menopause is a phase of life that all women go through but which is experienced in differ

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/initiatives-enhance-knowledge-about-menopause - 2026-11-02

A detailed timetable for the switch to Telia, Box Sync to close down and smart programs to make day-to-day work easier. Change of telephony supplier – update The quality assurance process for the new subscription has been completed. There will be a freeze period until 10 March during which no new telephony cases can be processed. If you have any questions, contact Service Desk. There is a dedicate

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/it-news-timetable-telephony-supplier-switch-biorender-more-widely-available-box-teams - 2026-11-02

The salary review has now concluded and all members of the employee organisations SACO, OFR/S and Seko (and unaffiliated staff) have reached an agreement on their new salaries. This means that the new salaries will be paid 25 February retroactively from the salary review date of 1 October 2025. Student assistants and doctoral students received their new salaries in November 2025. Salary review | S

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/new-salaries-will-be-paid-25-february - 2026-11-02

The Government is allocating SEK 40 million to Swedish universities’ holding companies to boost the commercialisation of research-based ideas and Sweden’s position as a leading innovation nation. Lund University’s holding company, LU Ventures, will receive SEK 5,240,000 – the largest grant for 2026. The investment is to help develop more research results into solutions that benefit society. The un

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/lund-university-top-recipient-governments-innovation-investments - 2026-11-02

When research results are to become companies, questions can arise regarding conflicts of interest and secondary employment (bisyssla). LU Innovation's legal adviser Fredrik Engfeldt answers what you need to consider If I'm a researcher at Lund University, can I start my own company based on my research? Yes, absolutely! The professor's privilege (lärarundantaget) gives you the right to transfer a

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/what-rules-or-guidelines-apply-if-i-want-start-business-while-lu - 2026-11-02

The Humanities Lab is a university-wide research infrastructure that enables research on behaviour, communication, cognition, and culture. The lab offers free access to advanced technology, methodological support, and expertise for all researchers at Lund University, regardless of faculty, and supports projects from idea to data collection to analysis. The lab hosts a unique combination of sensor-

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/open-event-26-27-february-discover-humanities-lab - 2026-11-02

Lund University's Centre for Preparedness and Resilience (LUPREP) is now announcing internal research funding for interdisciplinary projects focusing on Swedish societal preparedness and resilience. The initiative is aimed at researchers at all faculties and offers funding for doctoral students and postdocs starting in 2026. Applications are open until 30 April. What does the initiative entail? Th

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/new-internal-research-funding-preparedness-and-resilience - 2026-11-02

Teaching staff and researchers can now get access to ChatGPT free of charge. ChatGPT provides generative AI support for analysis and problem-solving in a secure environment. ChatGPT Edu has been developed specifically for higher education institutions and provides access to more powerful models and more stable performance.  Focus on security and integrity  A crucial difference between this licence

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/free-one-year-chatgpt-licence-researchers-and-teaching-staff - 2026-11-02

As part of the work with Global Dynamic Engagement (GDE), Lund University is announcing calls for funding to stimulate collaboration and activities that strengthen our international impact in research, education, innovation and cooperation.  The purpose of the seed funds is to pave the way for new collaborations with leading international universities and create exchanges of experience that furthe

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/apply-funding-international-collaborations-and-activities-2026 - 2026-11-02

Lund University works actively to ensure that students and staff feel secure, regardless of ethnicity or religious belief. A review shows that the University works systematically on risk assessments, educational initiatives and core value-related activities to prevent threats and harassment. Global conflicts can affect both staff and students in different ways. The conflict between Israel and Pale

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/university-strengthens-its-efforts-ensure-secure-work-and-study-environment - 2026-11-02

Peat‑free garden soil, filters for pharmaceutical residues, and community spaces that support student mental health. Four new projects have been granted funding from Lund University’s Sustainability Fund to develop sustainable solutions that can be tested in practice. The call The Sustainable Proposal Testbed is open to all university employees and offers an opportunity to create a more sustainabl

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/four-new-projects-be-funded-sustainability-fund - 2026-11-02

Would you like to share your knowledge about a current sustainability issue? Contribute to the programme for Sustainability Week, 19-24 April 2027. Sustainability Week has been held annually since 2017 and attracted over 4,000 visitors in 2026. In collaboration with Lund Municipality, the University highlights a wide range of sustainability issues in order to promote knowledge and engagement.  The

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/take-part-sustainability-week-2027 - 2026-11-02

Sign up to attend before 16/11 LUTL web site Highlights include:  " Sustainability education vs AI: Friends or foes?  ( Zoe Robinson) in session 11:15-12:15 " Designing Courses for Flow and Meaning in Higher Education: Vital Engagement as a Reflective Tool" ( Peter Persson and Henrik Danielsson) in the session 14:15-15:15 " Sciku som ingång till vetenskapligt tänkande och skrivande" ( Susanne Pelg

https://www.cee.lth.se/en/article/reminder-attend-lund-university-teaching-and-learning-conference-lutl26-24-november-2026 - 2026-11-02

Forskningsadministratörerna och kansliet på Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper, Lund, uppvaktar Lena B Gunnarsson, administrativ chef, med kaffe, scones och tillbakablickande tal. Efter många år inom universitetet går hon nu i pension.

https://www.intramed.lu.se/artikel/en-underbart-vanlig-dag-pa-medfak-1030-frukost-med-lena-b-gunnarsson - 2026-11-02

Universitetet uppmuntrar tvärvetenskaplig forskning, men hur lär sig forskare att hantera olika ämnestraditioner, akademiska hierarkier och ledarskapsroller? Och vad kan forskare i olika skeden av karriären lära av varandras erfarenheter? Doktoranden Kimberly Montañez utforskar frågorna tillsammans med forskarskolan Agenda 2030. Seminariet riktar sig till doktorander, postdoktorer och seniora fors

https://www.medarbetarwebben.lu.se/artikel/across-disciplines-across-careers-ett-generationsoverskridande-samtal - 2026-11-02

Nu är det dags för Forskningens dag 2026. Temat för året är Diabetes, från vetenskap till vardag. Professor Helena Elding Larsson från vår avdelning kommer att hålla föredrag med titeln Att förhindra eller fördröja klinisk typ 1 diabetes – en framtidsspaning. Arrangemanget äger rum i Malmö den 3 nov kl 17:00-19:45 och i Lund den 4 nov kl 14:30-18:00. Alla föreläsningar spelas in och kommer att fin

https://www.gppad.lu.se/artikel/forskningens-dag-2026-diabetes-fran-vetenskap-till-vardag - 2026-11-02

Registrera dig före den 16/11 på LUTL web site  Några highlights:  " Sustainability education vs AI: Friends or foes?  ( Zoe Robinson) in session 11:15-12:15 " Designing Courses for Flow and Meaning in Higher Education: Vital Engagement as a Reflective Tool" ( Peter Persson and Henrik Danielsson) in the session 14:15-15:15 " Sciku som ingång till vetenskapligt tänkande och skrivande" ( Susanne Pel

https://www.cee.lth.se/artikel/paminnelse-att-delta-i-lund-university-teaching-and-learning-conference-lutl26-den-24-november-2026 - 2026-11-02