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The Government is allocating SEK 40 million to Swedish universities’ holding companies to boost the commercialisation of research-based ideas and Sweden’s position as a leading innovation nation. Lund University’s holding company, LU Ventures, will receive SEK 5,240,000 – the largest grant for 2026. The investment is to help develop more research results into solutions that benefit society. The un

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/lund-university-top-recipient-governments-innovation-investments - 2026-05-02

When research results are to become companies, questions can arise regarding conflicts of interest and secondary employment (bisyssla). LU Innovation's legal adviser Fredrik Engfeldt answers what you need to considerIf I'm a researcher at Lund University, can I start my own company based on my research?Yes, absolutely! The professor's privilege (lärarundantaget) gives you the right to transfer and

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/what-rules-or-guidelines-apply-if-i-want-start-business-while-lu - 2026-05-02

The Humanities Lab is a university-wide research infrastructure that enables research on behaviour, communication, cognition, and culture. The lab offers free access to advanced technology, methodological support, and expertise for all researchers at Lund University, regardless of faculty, and supports projects from idea to data collection to analysis. The lab hosts a unique combination of sensor-

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/open-event-26-27-february-discover-humanities-lab - 2026-05-02

Lund University's Centre for Preparedness and Resilience (LUPREP) is now announcing internal research funding for interdisciplinary projects focusing on Swedish societal preparedness and resilience. The initiative is aimed at researchers at all faculties and offers funding for doctoral students and postdocs starting in 2026. Applications are open until 30 April.What does the initiative entail?The

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/new-internal-research-funding-preparedness-and-resilience - 2026-05-02

Teaching staff and researchers can now get access to ChatGPT free of charge. ChatGPT provides generative AI support for analysis and problem-solving in a secure environment. ChatGPT Edu has been developed specifically for higher education institutions and provides access to more powerful models and more stable performance. Focus on security and integrity A crucial difference between this licence a

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/free-one-year-chatgpt-licence-researchers-and-teaching-staff - 2026-05-02

The Institute is an incubator for new research ideas and invites proposals that are at a stage where they would not yet qualify for actual research funding. An Advanced Study Group provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and perspectives on a research problem with the potential for further development. The objective with an ASG is to further develop a concept utilizing the broad expertise of the

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/call-applications-pufendorf-institute-advanced-studies-0 - 2026-05-02

A sensational book discovery, forbidden ideas and Lund’s most beloved student tradition come together in the University Library’s new exhibition. On 8 May, ‘Freedom of Thought – from Copernicus to the Celestial Carnival’ opens – an exhibition that brings together science, satire and academic freedom in a highly topical narrative. It all started with an unexpected find in a depository.The Universit

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/banned-science-carnival-satire-new-exhibition-university-library - 2026-05-02

Lund University is now launching the recruitment process for the position of deputy vice-chancellor for the term of office beginning on 1 January 2027. The University Board approved the person specification on 27 April. Work is currently underway to recruit the Vice-Chancellor of Lund University, whose term will begin on 1 January 2027. However, it is not only the Vice-Chancellor’s term of office

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/person-specification-deputy-vice-chancellor-decided - 2026-05-02

We follow up our systematic work environment management every year. This year’s follow-up paints an overall picture that I think is worth pausing to consider. I can see a positive shift in the way we discuss and address work environment issues. Many people have been involved in this development, and I would therefore like to take this opportunity to encourage everyone to take pride in this year’s

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/when-systematic-mindset-becomes-part-everyday-life - 2026-05-02

This year’s report from the V-Dem Institute’s Academic Freedom Index focuses in particular on the institutional autonomy of higher education institutions in different countries, which in turn is fundamental to the protection of individual academic freedom.  This includes countries such as Hungary, which began its steady decline from a high ranking in institutional autonomy in 2009 to a bottom-of-t

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/academic-freedom-can-be-rapidly-undermined - 2026-05-02

The annual follow-up for 2025 shows that the University’s systematic work environment management is functioning well and developing in a positive direction. The follow-up provides an overall picture of how work environment management is planned, implemented, monitored and improved at different levels within the organisation. At university-wide level, all aspects of systematic work environment mana

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/universitys-work-environment-management-continues-develop - 2026-05-02

Lund University Press is Lund University’s own publishing house, and it aims to bring high-quality research to a global audience. From previously primarily focusing on the humanities and theology, Lund University Press is now open to book proposals from all subject areas at the University. Lund University Press publishes scholarly books with the aim of making research from Lund University accessib

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/lund-university-press-seeking-book-proposals-across-university - 2026-05-02

In total, there are 71,404 applicants to the University’s courses and study programmes for autumn 2026. Of these, 31,076 have chosen Lund University as their first choice. When the application period closed on 15 April, 71,404 people had applied for the University’s courses and study programmes. Compared with the same period last year, this represents a 1.4% decrease in the total number of applica

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/law-programme-bachelor-programme-business-administration-and-economics-and-medical-programme - 2026-05-02

The University’s Equal Opportunities Report 2026 has now been published. The report provides an overview of the University’s work on equal opportunities and anti-discrimination over the past year and highlights key areas for future development. The University works systematically and with a long-term perspective to ensure gender equality and equal opportunities for all staff and students. The visi

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/how-lu-works-promote-equal-opportunities-and-combat-discrimination - 2026-05-02

An alternative way to read PDF files, and ownerless Teams groups will soon be a thing of the past. Acrobat Reader is no longer installed automatically on your computer Acrobat Reader is no longer automatically installed on managed computers (pre-configured work computers). This is due to changes in the agreement. Acrobat Reader is used to view PDF files. Do the following instead: If you are using

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/it-news-acrobat-reader-ownerless-teams-groups - 2026-05-02

In March, the University signed a fixed-term agreement with OpenAI that gives employees access to the ChatGPT AI tool. The agreement aims to ensure that generative AI is used securely and in a controlled way in teaching, research and administration. “We can see that many employees are already using generative AI, often through services that are open and unregulated. This agreement is a way of turn

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/regarding-universitys-agreement-openai-concerning-chatgpt - 2026-05-02

Sustainability Week 2026 offered an intensive and well-attended programme, as Lund was filled with discussions, meetings and activities centred on sustainable development. Over the course of six days, 73 events were organised, attracting more than 4,000 visitors. The events were arranged by an even larger number of dedicated organisers from both Lund University and Lund Municipality. This broad pa

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/4000-visitors-sustainability-week-celebrated-its-10th-anniversary - 2026-05-02

As part of the work with Global Dynamic Engagement (GDE), Lund University is announcing calls for funding to stimulate collaboration and activities that strengthen our international impact in research, education, innovation and cooperation.  The purpose of the seed funds is to pave the way for new collaborations with leading international universities and create exchanges of experience that furthe

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/apply-funding-international-collaborations-and-activities-2026 - 2026-05-02

Lund University works actively to ensure that students and staff feel secure, regardless of ethnicity or religious belief. A review shows that the University works systematically on risk assessments, educational initiatives and core value-related activities to prevent threats and harassment. Global conflicts can affect both staff and students in different ways. The conflict between Israel and Pale

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/university-strengthens-its-efforts-ensure-secure-work-and-study-environment - 2026-05-02

Peat‑free garden soil, filters for pharmaceutical residues, and community spaces that support student mental health. Four new projects have been granted funding from Lund University’s Sustainability Fund to develop sustainable solutions that can be tested in practice. The call The Sustainable Proposal Testbed is open to all university employees and offers an opportunity to create a more sustainabl

https://www.staff.lu.se/article/four-new-projects-be-funded-sustainability-fund - 2026-05-02