Forests and Preparedness – Strengthening Sweden’s Resilience
What role do forests play when crisis strikes? In this campaign, researchers at SLU explore how Sweden’s forests can strengthen national preparedness – from wildfires and droughts to storms and beyond.
From individual wetlands to multifunctional wetland landscapes
We need to see wetlands as parts of a larger landscape system, not as isolated units, and continue to follow up on both benefits and side effects. Only then can we optimize their function and create sustainable solutions for the future.
Consumers are positive about new varieties of crops
Most Swedish consumers view new crops developed through crossbreeding positively, according to a new survey conducted by researchers at SLU.
Most recently published projects
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Communication between Hope and Ambiguity: Coordination in transformation of food systems towards circular economy
The project investigated how the circular economy (CE) is made sense of in food systems, and suggests methods to facilitate constructive collaboration between multiple players. -
Governing the Bioeconomy Transition: Actors, values and trade-offs
This project focused on how the bioeconomy is formulated and implemented in the Swedish forest sector, and how different forest values and interests are balanced in the process. -
Review of Community Driven Development in Vietnam
An analyzis of the experiences of 20 years of decentralization processes in Vietnam.
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When perfect symmetry is not a given – what can cause asymmetry in horses if pain is not the cause?
Just like humans, horses can move unevenly, limping, when in pain. But when studies show that as many as 70% of Swedish horses in training move asymmetrically, the question arises as to whether there may be other causes. Important questions for our society, ethics, and for the horses. -
Poplar can outperform both spruce and pine on forest land
There is potential to grow fast-growing poplar on forest land using improved plant material and ash recycling. This is demonstrated in a new doctoral thesis at SLU. -
In Uncertain Times – SLU Shows How Forests Strengthen Sweden’s Preparedness
In November, SLU launches a special campaign exploring the vital link between Sweden’s forests and national preparedness.
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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.
Use our research infrastructures
Research infrastructures at SLU are also available for researchers at other universities or companies. Maybe we have solutions that suits your research?
Listen to the open lectures by SLU´s honorary doctors 2025
SLU's latest honorary doctors held their lectures on Friday 3 October in Uppsala. The lectures provided exciting insights into topics ranging from forest health to coastal landscapes. Watch the recording of the webcast.