Earth and environmental sciences
Earth sciences include geochemistry, oceanography, hydrology and water resources etc. Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical, biological, social and information sciences to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems, such as climate research.
Laboratories
Our laboratories for environmental monitoring have long experience of accredited and quality assured analyses of water chemistry, aquatic biology and organic risk pollutants. The laboratories are
Staff
We work at the SLU Centre for Biological Control. Please contact us if you have questions about our business or would like to discuss research collaborations, orders or inquiries! Maria Viketoft,
Geochemical laboratory
The laboratory works with chemical analyses of freshwater. We strive to make a good estimate of the actual concentrations of chemical substances in the environment and thereby gain knowledge of the
Centre for Biological Control (CBC)
We contribute to the development of new knowledge concerning the use of living organisms to control pests and diseases.
Research
The SLU Center of Biological Control develops knowledge about biological control, to use living organisms to control pests.
Archive of Measurement Uncertainties
Below are the accredited analytical methods and their measurement uncertainties listed, since November 2017. For information about earlier analytical methods from 1960s and onwards, see each method .
SLU and the climate
What does SLU do for the climate? We provide knowledge, decision support and facts about climate solutions. We teach our students about sustainability, and they inspire us to further reduce our
Forests
Within SLU's Forests programme there is a wealth of knowledge and experience about both Swedish and international forest-based environmental analysis.
Swedish National Plant Protection Conference 2025
The Swedish National Plant Protection Conference 2025 is arranged by SLU 12-13 November. This year's theme is "Forestry, horticulture and agriculture in a changing climate - innovative thinking for a
How to get to Ultuna
SLU in Uppsala is located in the campus area Ultuna 6 km south of the city center. Car from the south, E4 Turn off the E4 at exit 186. Follow signs Uppsala S, then towards Ultuna. Turn left after a
Do you want to learn about model data for water quality?
Models are important tools for setting and evaluating environmental policy. During the course ”Models for Sustainable Water Management” you will learn about credible modelling approaches, the need
Drinking water and health
We consume an average of two liters of drinking water per day. But how healthy is your drinking water? SLU produces knowledge for decision makers and the water industry to support the work with safer