https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/slu-events/ Yiqi Lin defends their dissertation "Mapping surface deposits with machine learning" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/mapping-surface-deposits-with-machine-learning/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/mapping-surface-deposits-with-machine-learning/ Wed, 06 May 2026 10:53:10 +0200 Oscar Liljeström defends their dissertation "Separation and destruction of PFAS from groundwater using an on-site treatment train" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/separation-and-destruction-of-pfasfrom-groundwater-using-an-on-sitetreatment-train/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/separation-and-destruction-of-pfasfrom-groundwater-using-an-on-sitetreatment-train/ Thu, 07 May 2026 06:55:42 +0200 On 29 May, students are presenting their master's and bachelor's level independent projects in Ultuna to fellow students, friends, family, SLU's staff and alumni. Thesis Day consists of a poster exhibit, oral presentations, mingle and festivities. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/thesis-day-2026/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/thesis-day-2026/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:26:41 +0200 Joseph Anderson defends their dissertation "Direct and indirect effects of browsing on forest biodiversity" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/direct-and-indirect-effects-of-browsingon-forest-biodiversity/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/direct-and-indirect-effects-of-browsingon-forest-biodiversity/ Thu, 07 May 2026 11:52:31 +0200 Karin Kriström defends their dissertation "Taurine-responsive cardiomyopathy in English Cocker Spaniels - nutritional and familial influences on cardiac phenotype" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/taurine-responsive-cardiomyopathy-in-english-cocker-spaniels---nutritional-and-familial-influences-on-cardiac-phenotype/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/taurine-responsive-cardiomyopathy-in-english-cocker-spaniels---nutritional-and-familial-influences-on-cardiac-phenotype/ Wed, 13 May 2026 11:22:53 +0200 Mohamed Mambu Luseni defends their dissertation "Cancelled! Towards integrated pest management of cocoa black pod disease in Sierra Leone: host genetic diversity, agroforestry systems, and biological control" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/towards-integrated-pest-management-of-cocoa-black-pod-disease-in-sierra-leone-host-genetic-diversity-agroforestry-systems-and-biological-control/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/towards-integrated-pest-management-of-cocoa-black-pod-disease-in-sierra-leone-host-genetic-diversity-agroforestry-systems-and-biological-control/ Tue, 12 May 2026 15:40:09 +0200 Erica Packard defends their dissertation "Ectomycorrhizal decomposers – enzymes, ecology, and evolution" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/ectomycorrhizal-decomposers--enzymes-ecology-and-evolution/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/ectomycorrhizal-decomposers--enzymes-ecology-and-evolution/ Mon, 04 May 2026 09:18:58 +0200 Students in Environmental Communication and Management, and the EnvEuro programme in Environmental Science, present their Masters’ theses on campus in open defence seminars (public presentations where students discuss and defend their independent work with an opponent and examiner). https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/thesis-examination-environmental-communication/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/05/thesis-examination-environmental-communication/ Fri, 29 May 2026 15:04:03 +0200 The search for resilient and sustainable food systems is a global challenge. As urban areas continue to grow, cities must be prepared to deal with future crisis. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/sustainability-food-and-cities/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/sustainability-food-and-cities/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:01:31 +0200 On 4 June, students are presenting their master's and bachelor's level independent projects in Alnarp to fellow students, friends, family, SLU's staff and alumni. Thesis Day consists of a poster exhibit, oral presentations, mingle and festivities. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/thesis-day-2026-alnarp/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/thesis-day-2026-alnarp/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:54:51 +0200 Welcome to join us in Umeå, 8-11th June, 2026, for discussions of recent findings and exploration of future directions in the interdisciplinary field of biogeochemical research in ecosystems. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/12th-international-biogeomon-conference/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/12th-international-biogeomon-conference/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:28:06 +0200 Erik Cronvall defends their dissertation "From pixels to pastures - multi-scale assessment of ground lichen as a reindeer grazing resource" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/from-pixels-to-pastures---multi-scale-assessment-of-ground-lichen-as-a-reindeergrazing-resource/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/from-pixels-to-pastures---multi-scale-assessment-of-ground-lichen-as-a-reindeergrazing-resource/ Tue, 19 May 2026 08:50:45 +0200 Ehsan Moslehimoslehabadi defends their dissertation "Recovery of Potassium salts from bioindustry ashes" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/recovery-of-potassium-salts-from-bioindustry-ashes/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/recovery-of-potassium-salts-from-bioindustry-ashes/ Mon, 11 May 2026 09:32:30 +0200 Fatima Furniss El Khosht defends their dissertation "Rotational leys in arable cropping systems – Ley establishment, cropping system performance, and effects on soil fertility" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/rotational-leys-in-arable-cropping-systems--ley-establishment-cropping-system-performance-and-effects-on-soil-fertility/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/rotational-leys-in-arable-cropping-systems--ley-establishment-cropping-system-performance-and-effects-on-soil-fertility/ Mon, 11 May 2026 10:09:00 +0200 SLU Global warmly invites you to a symposium exploring the vital role of women in shaping more sustainable and inclusive agricultural value chains. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/its-a-womens-thing-narratives-in-ethical-trade-campaigns/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/its-a-womens-thing-narratives-in-ethical-trade-campaigns/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:06:47 +0200 Svante Rehnstam defends their dissertation "Untargeted analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances An analysis of contaminated waters and advanced treatment processes " https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/untargeted-analysis-of-per--and-polyfluoroalkyl-substancesan-analysis-of-contaminated-waters-and-advanced-treatment-processes/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/untargeted-analysis-of-per--and-polyfluoroalkyl-substancesan-analysis-of-contaminated-waters-and-advanced-treatment-processes/ Mon, 11 May 2026 10:36:59 +0200 Juliah Jacob defends their dissertation "The effect of biotic and abiotic stress on mosquito fitness and behaviour : a tale of four species" https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/the-effect-of-biotic-and-abiotic-stress-on-mosquito-fitness-and-behaviour--a-tale-of-four-species/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/06/the-effect-of-biotic-and-abiotic-stress-on-mosquito-fitness-and-behaviour--a-tale-of-four-species/ Mon, 25 May 2026 09:23:56 +0200 Students admitted to a Master’s programme or the Bachelor's programme Forest and Landscape at SLU are welcome to attend this preparatory webinar. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/07/webinar-for-newly-admitted-students/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/07/webinar-for-newly-admitted-students/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:05:05 +0200 Welcome to the One Health Breakfast Club 15 September between 8.00 and 9.00. You get a short inspirational talk, some breakfast, and a chance to meet and have transdisciplinary discussions with SLU colleagues. See you there! https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:19:00 +0200 Conclusions from eight months with the Interdisciplinary Academy (IDA) at SLU. The two IDA groups that completed their work in June talk about their projects and interdisciplinary experiences. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/ida-kick-out/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/ida-kick-out/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:27:12 +0200 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. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/symposium-annual-krycklan-symposium-2025/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/09/symposium-annual-krycklan-symposium-2025/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:29:26 +0200 Trees For Me and the Swedish Forest Agency co-arrange an excursion in Asa research station and experimental forest, Småland. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/excursion-trees-for-me-in-asa/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/excursion-trees-for-me-in-asa/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:42:41 +0200 It’s time for SciFest again. There, you’ll have the chance to experience exciting research from Uppsala University and SLU. The programme covers research in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and medicine. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/scifest/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/scifest/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:18:43 +0200 Welcome to the One Health Breakfast Club 13 October between 8.00 and 9.00. You get a short inspirational talk, some breakfast, and a chance to meet and have transdisciplinary discussions with SLU colleagues. See you there! https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ Wed, 27 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200 https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/silva-5th-phd-student-conference/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/10/silva-5th-phd-student-conference/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:32:56 +0200 Welcome to the One Health Breakfast Club 10 November between 8.00 and 9.00. You get a short inspirational talk, some breakfast, and a chance to meet and have transdisciplinary discussions with SLU colleagues. See you there! https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/11/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/11/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ Wed, 27 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200 How can we increase the sustainability of agriculture while strengthening food production and economic growth? Welcome to a conference where research meets practice for the future of food – with the farmer in focus. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/11/centrum-for-hallbar-primarproduktion-konferens-2026/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/11/centrum-for-hallbar-primarproduktion-konferens-2026/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:20:17 +0200 Welcome to the One Health Breakfast Club 8 December between 8.00 and 9.00. You get a short inspirational talk, some breakfast, and a chance to meet and have transdisciplinary discussions with SLU colleagues. See you there! https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/12/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/12/the-one-health-breakfast-club/ Wed, 27 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200 To celebrate 50 years of Wildlife Research and 55 years of Wildlife Monitoring in Umeå, we welcome you to a symposium on the 9th-10th of December 2026.  https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/12/symposium-50-years-of-wildlife-research-and-55-years-of-wildlife-monitoring-in-umea--save-the-date/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2026/12/symposium-50-years-of-wildlife-research-and-55-years-of-wildlife-monitoring-in-umea--save-the-date/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:42:49 +0200 The WIFORCE Annual Meeting 2027 will take place in Umeå on 1–3 February, with the first day dedicated to PhD students. More information about the programme will follow. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/02/wiforce-annual-meeting-2027/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/02/wiforce-annual-meeting-2027/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:00:38 +0200 https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/06/nordic-baltic-growth-and-yield-conference-2027-i-alnarp/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/06/nordic-baltic-growth-and-yield-conference-2027-i-alnarp/ Thu, 07 May 2026 13:08:08 +0200 It’s time for SciFest again. There, you’ll have the chance to experience exciting research from Uppsala University and SLU. The programme covers research in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and medicine. https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/10/scifest/ https://www.slu.se/en/calendar/2027/10/scifest/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:27:08 +0200