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We are now accepting applications for our autumn 2025 programmes. The deadline is 15 January.

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New research makes the bread you love healthier without loss in quality

Adding wheat bran to bread makes it more nutritious but also makes bread dense and unappealing. New research from SLU is about to change that.

Solja Pietiäinen

Unique rainforest research shows the way towards successful restoration

18,500 hectares of rainforest in northeastern Borneo are making a remarkable comeback after decades of forest fires and deforestation. What was once under threat from oil palm plantations has now become one of the world’s largest rainforest restoration projects.

SLU researcher Ulrik Ilstedt

Ginger scent in the pigsty: Scientists investigate pigs' scent memories

In humans, there is a clear link between smells, emotions and memories. But what about animals, whose senses of smell are much more sensitive than ours?

Maria V. Rørvang

The application for degree programmes commencing in autumn 2025 is now open!

The first step is to find your programme on our website. SLU offers a variety of international Master's programmes and one international Bachelor's programme.

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The climate affects our water, forests, animals, landscape and food production. It affects our lives. Find out about SLU's work with climate issues and towards meeting the sustainable development goals of Agenda 2030.

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