What surprised me most about studying at SLU in Sweden
SLU student ambassador Davide from Italy shares his first impressions of studying in Sweden - and how SLU’s hands-on, teamwork-driven learning style surprised him.
Prime Minister visits SLU in Alnarp – focus on research for future food security
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson visited SLU Alnarp on October 8 to learn more about research that strengthens Sweden’s preparedness and contributes to a sustainable food system. During the visit, he saw how SLU is developing robust and resilient crops for future food production.
Doctoral award ceremony 2025: celebrating SLU’s new doctors and award winners
On Saturday 4 October, it was time for the Doctoral award ceremony at SLU. During the ceremony 60 new doctors, 20 jubilee doctors and 7 honorary doctors received their degrees. The Arvid Lindman Medal and the SLU Medals for Distinguished Service were also presented.
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News and events
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New discovery: How spruce bark beetle infestations can be detected early from the air
For the first time, researchers have detected spruce bark beetle infestations from the air at a very early stage, when the infestation has only affected one side of the tree trunk. The infestations are revealed by light reflections from the needles. -
How moose choose to move in forest landscapes: ”Avoiding areas close to roads”
Most moose prefer to stay in young forests and mixed forests with a high proportion of deciduous trees. But they want to be far away from the nearest road. This is shown by a study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), which has mapped moose movements for over 20 years. -
Award ceremony for SLU Alumnus of the Year 2025: Åsa Domeij
The 2025 SLU Alumnus of the year, Åsa Domeij, has now been honoured during an award ceremony at Ultuna. -
The moose migration on TV soothes the soul and strengthens our connection to nature
A new study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) reveals that the popular programme ´The great moose migration´ deepens viewers’ relationship with nature. Although it is a digital nature experience, the programme promotes calm, recovery, and emotional closeness to the wild.
Research
Most recently published projects
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Scenarios for protecting European avian redistributions (SPEAR)
This project will evaluate changes in bird abundance and distributions in Europe and develop new tools to meet global biodiversity targets for 2030. -
Sustainable Leisure Mobilities in Compact Towns - Changing patterns of outdoor recreation in transit-oriented development (TOD)
The project aimed to acknowledge the history of the welfare planning and its current role for sustainable transit-oriented development (TOD). -
Cemeteries and Crematoria as Public Spaces of Belonging in Europe - A study of migrant and minority cultural inclusion, exclusion and integration
The project examined eight large NW European municipalities across six countries, with the purpose of improving cross-cultural understanding and interaction, and informed planning for diversity-ready cemeteries.
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Unique archive provides new opportunities for researchers
An extensive archive of bore core samples was given a new lease of life as a resource for forest researchers. One of the researchers benefiting from the archive is Kelley Bassett. Using the bore cores, she produces new knowledge about forest growth and health. -
What lies hidden beneath the surface?
Recent advances in biosensor technology offer new opportunities to monitor fish welfare in aquaculture. However, before new biosensors can be put to use, their suitability and potential applications must be carefully evaluated. -
How to talk when truth is contested – three strategies for collaborative policy making
Facilitators of collaborative policy making on sustainability issues often face heated debates and conflicting truths. They are on the front lines when facts are contested and emotions run high. A study explores their experiences and presents strategies for navigating post-truth situations.
Explore statistics, open environmental data and species information
Search for and official statistics, open data and maps from SLU's environmental monitoring and assessment.
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