Education
If you are interested in delving deeper into water-related issues, welcome to explore our information on courses at undergraduate, advanced, and research levels we are involved in. Also, we offer a certification course for water sampling.
Research
Our research concerns everyone in Sweden, as water is a vital resource that affects everything from our health and food production to biodiversity and climate adaptation.
Environmental analysis
Environmental analysis of freshwater provides long-term data series from our lakes and watercourses. This is crucial for making well-informed decisions on the management, protection, and sustainable use of our water resources.
Environmental data
Discover environmental monitoring data – track changes in Sweden’s soil, water and ecosystems over time.
News & Events
News
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Antibiotics in surface waters: Breakdown products can also be problematic
Most of the antibiotics and antiviral drugs we use have changed when they leave the body. Many of these breakdown products can remain in aquatic environments for a long time with preserved biological activity and risk spreading antibiotic resistance, according to a new dissertation from SLU. -
SLU’s Career grant for Aquatic Biologist Malin Olofsson
The ecological aspects behind algal blooms have long fascinated researcher Malin Olofsson. With a career grant from SLU, she now has the opportunity to continue focusing on her favourite subject. -
When water redraws the map – challenges and opportunities for future outdoor urban spaces
Water shapes our landscapes in profound ways, especially as climate change intensifies risks and drives innovative solutions. In the latest webinar of the Mötesplats: Urban landskap series, researchers and practitioners discussed how water management is transforming urban environments. -
Seascapes in focus: coastal challenges and design solutions
Seascapes – biodiverse coastal zones under growing pressure – are gaining attention at SLU. Through design, research, and collaboration, landscape architects are exploring new ways to protect and regenerate these vital, yet often overlooked, marine environments.
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Discover scientific findings – explore our publications!
Curious about new knowledge? Dive into our scientific publications and uncover the insights behind the research!