The mission of the Future Platforms
The Future Platforms integrate different scientific fields and their activities are characterized by an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach, which is carried out across all faculties and in collaboration with relevant social actors. Complex scientific questions can therefore be tackled in a multifaceted way.
SLU Future Food
Stimulates and develops cross-disciplinary research and collaboration for economically, ecologically and socially sustainable food systems.
SLU Future One Health
Our starting point is the One Health perspective, the interaction between animal, human and ecosystem health.
SLU Urban Futures
We live in an increasingly urbanised world. How do we create ecologically, economically and socially sustainable urban landscapes?
SLU Future Forests
The role of forests for sustainable development, a biobased economy, climate adaptation and ecosystem services.
Interdisciplinarity at SLU
One of the most important goals for the Future Platforms is to develop interdisciplinary working methods at SLU by initiating and enabling collaboration across scientific disciplinary boundaries.
News from the Future Platforms
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New species discovered: One of the world's smallest mammals
A new tiny shrew has been discovered in Ethiopia. The new species weighs 3 grams and is described in a study co-authored by a researcher at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). The story behind the discovery spans a decade and includes the unexpected passing of a researcher. -
SLU researcher Marcos Lana shared expertise at COP30
He placed the science of agroecology at the heart of the climate negotiations. SLU researcher Marcos Lana gave two presentations at COP30 in Brazil. -
New doctoral thesis on the microbial composition of the gut in salmonids
Shuowen Cao has studied how biological, environmental, and, above all, dietary factors affect the gut microbiota of salmonids, with a particular focus on rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss). -
New book about moose and humans
"Moose and people during 8000 years in Sweden" is a popular science book about the king of the forest. The authors are researchers at SLU. -
Three SLU researchers receive Wallenberg funding for research on the future of forests
Three researchers at SLU have been awarded grants within the Wallenberg Foundations’ initiative in humanities and social science forest research. The projects will generate new knowledge on forest restoration, forest owners’ decisions and the role of forest history in future forest management.
Calendar
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Worth Knowing: Everywhere and forever? The effects of chemicals on humans and animals
Welcome to a popular science lecture about how chemicals such as PFAS are spread in the environment, and how both humans and animals are exposed. The library will offer a light lunch before the lecture. -
Agri4D 2025
On 23-25 September, the Agri4D 2025 conference will gather people dedicated to agriculture for development from across the world. The focus of this year’s conference is nurturing regenerative food systems in a changing climate. Don't miss to register to the conference! -
Grow for better health
How can farming contribute to better health? Meet researchers from Sweden and Italy who demonstrate how nature-based solutions can contribute to improved health. Meet organizations and farms that use farming as a method for improving physical and mental health. -
Masterclass Urban Futuring – for researchers and practitioners working with urban issues
Moving towards more sustainable and just cities requires radical change. But current visions of future cities remain dominated by techno-utopias such as ‘smart cities’. Where do these visions come from? And what are different ways to open-up possible futures? -
Worth knowing: Preventive animal health in a warmer world
Welcome to a popular science lecture about how climate change affects both animals and humans in many different ways. Epidemiologist Lena-Mari Tamminen details the new challenges that climate change poses – and how we can counter them. The library offers a light lunch before the lecture. -
Agroecology Europe Forum 2025
Join us in Malmö, Sweden, from October 2–4 for the first-ever Nordic edition of the Agroecology Europe Forum, a vibrant three-day gathering of food system changemakers. -
Beyond restoration: Interdisciplinary exploration of restoration for present and future generations
Last year, the EU Nature Restoration Law was adopted, highlighting the growing importance of restoration. Restoration efforts are becoming increasingly interdisciplinary, as they aim to support not only ecological recovery but also deliver social benefits and reflect diverse societal values.
Calls for funding
Open calls for funding and seed money from the Future Platforms.