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SLU is a global leader in research across several key areas and holds prominent positions in university rankings. Take part in our findings and explore our projects, research groups and open research infrastructures.

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How to protect silver birch from pests and disease

In a new doctoral thesis Dr. Sezer Olívia Kaya brings together new knowledge on pests and disease that could threaten silver birch in Swedish forestry.

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Insect biomass can be higher here than in the tropics during summer

There are more insect species in the tropics than here in the north. But in summer, the total weight of insects can be greater here, according to Johanna Orsholm’s doctoral thesis.

A person smelling a flower.

Explores which nature smells could help reduce stress

PhD student Francesca Taufer explores how various types of nature affect human health and well-being through the sense of smell. Can we sniff the stress away?

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