The mission of the 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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Calling researchers and/or teachers: Register by August 22 for our Futuring Masterclass
Are you a researcher and/or teacher working with urban issues and interested in learning more about how the futures we imagine shape the decisions we make today? Participants from different seniority levels and disciplines are welcome. -
Strip cropping in practice - seminar 21 August
Welcome to a seminar on 21 August 2 pm with the title "Strip cropping in practice: biodiversity and pest management" with Dr. Luuk Croijmans from Wageningen University. -
Forest management can reduce the risk of large wildfires
Increasing landscape heterogeneity by reducing forest stand size and diversifying tree species lowers the likelihood of fire spreading. Avoiding ditching is also beneficial. -
New Report: Continuous Cover Forestry Better for Biodiversity
A new report from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and the Swedish Forest Agency (Skogsstyrelsen) shows that continuous cover forestry methods often provide better conditions for biodiversity in Swedish production forests compared to the dominant clear-cutting practice. -
A day of high-tech and agriculture at SLU
On June 12, 2025, a symposium about digital agriculture and forestry was held at SLU. Around 140 researchers, students, professionals and decision-makers gathered to share groundbreaking technological developments, through lectures, posters and field demonstrations.
Calendar
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PhD course: Global policies and legal frameworks for research and innovation with plant genetic resources
The aim of this PhD course is to enable an understanding of the relevant global policies and legal frameworks for biodiversity, accessing and utilizing plant genetic resources, and for plant variety protection such as plant breeders' rights and patents. -
Children get to shape green spaces at Malmö Festival
In August, SLU Urban Futures and Växtplats Botildenborg are organizing activities in Malmö Festival's Children's Land. The aim is to arouse children's interest in sustainable urban development and listen to their views on the city. -
Nature-based Solutions Summit: Co-learning, networking and showcasing
A summit for boosting collaboration across research, practice and policy for advancing the impact of nature-based solutions. Registration is open! -
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. -
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. -
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! -
Symposium: Annual Krycklan Symposium 2025
The Krycklan Symposium brings together a broad academic community—scientists, PhD students, engineers, and technicians—who are all engaged in long-term, multidisciplinary research in the boreal forests of northern Sweden.
Calls for funding
Open calls for funding and seed money from the Future Platforms.