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Glycosaminoglycans are structurally diverse polysaccharides that play essential roles in cellular signaling, extracellular matrix organization, and disease progression. Despite their biological importance, the mechanisms of GAG biosynthesis remain not fully understood. This thesis aims to advance mechanistic insight into the biosynthetic machinery and to develop chemical tools and inhibitors targe
Objective: The aim of this study was to achieve an international expert consensus on managing acute type B penetrating aortic ulcers (PAUs) and intramural haematomas (IMHs). Methods: A modified Delphi consensus process was employed to develop recommendations for the management of acute type B PAU and IMH. Surveys were sent to international experts practicing in high volume aortic centres worldwide
Two separate topics in the area of colloidal chemistry have been investigated by the use of molecular modeling: the structural properties of polyion?macroion complexes and of diblock polyampholyte brushes. The main results were obtained by the use of Monte Carlo simulation in the framework of the primitive model, and in the case of polyampholyte brushes the simulation results were also complemente
Liberalisation and deregulation of public utility sectors has been introduced in several European countries. In 1994 Swedish municipalities were instructed to reorganise waste collection routines by enlarging the number of fractions to be able to reuse waste fractions in an environmental benign way. The public waste sector have to a considerable extent been diversified and deregulated. At the same
The vitamin K-dependent anticoagulant protein S binds with high affinity to C4b-binding protein (C4BP), a regulator of complement. Despite the physiological importance of the complex, we have only a patchy view of the C4BP-binding site in protein S. Based on phage display experiments, protein S residues 447-460 were suggested to form part of the binding site. Several experimental approaches were n
Cold deformation of metals is known to induce roughness on their free surface. In some of the processing equipment of Tetra Pak processing systems, tubes of austenitic stainless steel 316L are used. During the production of this processing equipment, such tubes are occasionally cold-deformed. In this work, surface and microstructure characterization of alloying type 316L austenitic stainless steel
Background: Recent knowledge in animals suggests that gut microbial metabolism may affect host metabolism, including appetite regulating hormones. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the potential effects of a whole grain barley kernel product, rich in intrinsic indigestible carbohydrates (dietary fibre and resistant starch), on markers of metabolism and appetite regulation in healthy sub
Background: Overweight and obesity during pregnancy raise the risk of gestational diabetes and birth complications. Lifestyle factors like physical activity may decrease these risks through beneficial effects on glucose homeostasis. Here we examined physical activity patterns and their relationships with measures of glucose homeostasis in late pregnancy compared to non-pregnant women. Methods: Nor
I Sverige har efterlevandeskyddet för sambor varit en omdebatterad fråga under de senaste decennierna. Inte minst aktualiserades frågan till följd av tvisten som uppstod efter författaren Stieg Larssons bortgång. Trots utredningar och medial uppmärksamhet har det emellertid inte skett några förändringar i den svenska rätten. Samtidigt har det i både Danmark och Norge, två grannländer med i övrigt In Sweden there has been a longstanding debate in regards to the legal provisions for surviving cohabitants. The question gained attention in particular after the sudden passing of the famous swedish author, Stieg Larsson, and the following legal dispute. In spite of the public attention and public enquiries no significant changes to the Swedish legislation has been undertaken. In the meanwhile bo
Background: The first six weeks following a delivery is a critical period for the mother and the newborn. Despite removing out-of-pocket fees at a postnatal care access point in some parts of Uganda, few mothers utilize pre-paid services. Data from a health facility providing pre-paid postnatal care services in rural Eastern Uganda, revealed that only 17.9% of the mothers came back for postnatal c
BACKGROUND: Sabellarids, also known as honeycomb or sandcastle worms, when building their tubes, produce chemical signals (free fatty acids) that are responsible for larval settlement and the formation of three-dimensional aggregations. The larval palps and the dorsal hump (becoming the median organ in adults) are presumed to participate in such a substrate selection during settlement. Notably, th
Pepsin-like aspartic proteases (PAPs) are a class of aspartic proteases which shares tremendous structural similarity with human pepsin. One of the key structural features of PAPs is the presence of a β-hairpin motif otherwise known as flap. The biological function of the PAPs is highly dependent on the conformational dynamics of the flap region. In apo PAPs, the conformational dynamics of the fla
Preclinical rodent models of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) based on alpha-synuclein (αSyn) present some of the pathological hallmarks of the human condition, such as the progressive loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra (SN) and the development of behavioural deficits. However, numerous reports on these models highlighted the variable outcomes that might originate from them if not valida
Polymeric anion-exchange membranes (AEMs) with alkali-stable quaternary ammonium (QA) cations are essential components for the development of alkaline membrane fuel cells and water electrolyzers. Ionic loss by β-elimination reactions typically accelerates at low water contents, i.e., high alkali concentrations, which makes QA cations attached to polymer backbones via benzylic sites interesting alt
U R B A N SH A R IN G in A m sterdam C ity report no 1 by U R B A N SH A R IN G TEA M 2019: 1 City report no 1 www.urbansharing.org tweeter: #urbansharing Principal investigator: oksana.mont@iiiee.lu.se ISBN 978-91-7895-320-2 9 7 8 9 1 7 8 9 5 3 2 0 2 URBAN SHARING in Amsterdam City report no 1 by URBAN SHARING TEAM “Urban Sharing in Amsterdam” explores the landscape of the sharing economy in the
https://www.iiiee.lu.se/sites/iiiee.lu.se/files/2024-04/Cityreport1Amsterdam.pdf - 2026-07-02
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The ClimBEco graduate research school offers PhD-level courses. Some are in-depth disciplinary while others are cross-disciplinary. Generally, ClimBEco PhD courses consist of one intensive study week with pre-reading before and an assignment after. Some exceptions apply. The courses are free of charge and open to all PhD students that meet the admission requirements; priority will be given to Clim
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/research-schools/climbeco-graduate-research-school/climbeco-phd-courses - 2026-07-01
African food security has become an increasing concern during the last decade. Reports are regularly appearing about famine and hunger in countries south of the Sahara. Pessimism is widespread about the possibilities for the continent to feed its growing population. Until recently, optimism about Asian development on the other hand seemed boundless, and Asia is considered the emerging centre of th
https://www.keg.lu.se/en/research/research-projects/current-research-projects/afrint/afrint-i - 2026-07-01
Digitalisation places new demands on our assessments, but also creates opportunities for effective and engaging assessments. Here are three tips on how you can develop your assessments using digital tools. 1. Consider the assessment formatHere are some examples of assessment formats, but there are others. Which ones you choose depends on your learning objectives for the course. Please feel free to
https://www.education.lu.se/en/current-themes/rethinking-assessment/three-tips-developing-your-examinations - 2026-07-01
To enable cutting-edge nanoscience, NanoLund financially supports strategically important, and high-risk/high-payoff projects, as well as the development of new infrastructure and characterization techniques. At any one time, we support approximately 50 active projects. On this page:Programs you can apply for at any timeNew-technique fund.Research visits or mini-sabbaticals.High-impact publishing.
https://www.nano.lu.se/nanolundians/nanolund-funding - 2026-07-01
