SLU contributes to the fight against antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance is a growing threat to both humans and animals. SLU’s research helps curb the spread of resistant bacteria – and during AMR week, we highlight this work through lectures, interviews with researchers, and popular science features.
Balancing books, children and a new country
SLU Student Ambassador Anam shares her journey of combining motherhood and master’s studies - and discovering new possibilities at SLU.
Doctoral award ceremony 2025: celebrating SLU’s new doctors and award winners
On Saturday 4 October, it was time for the Doctoral award ceremony at SLU. During the ceremony 60 new doctors, 20 jubilee doctors and 7 honorary doctors received their degrees. The Arvid Lindman Medal and the SLU Medals for Distinguished Service were also presented.
We make the world a better place
SLU is a world-class university, consistently ranked among the global leaders in life and environmental sciences. Here, people come together to make a real difference. Through knowledge and action, we create the conditions for a sustainable, vibrant and better world.
News and events
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SLU’s Fisheries Research Station in Älvkarleby has now closed for good
After more than 100 years of operation, Sweden’s first facility for compensatory fish farming of salmon and trout has now permanently closed its doors. -
Whispering bee brood – a barrier against the dreaded Varroa mite
The Varroa mite is one of the greatest threats to honey bees and beekeeping worldwide. A doctoral thesis from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) suggests that the solution may lie in the chemical language of bee brood. -
ELLS Conference Opens at SLU – 400 Participants from 13 Universities
The international ELLS Conference is now underway at SLU in Ultuna. Participants from all over the world will spend two days exchanging ideas and making new connections. Students will also compete for the best poster and best oral presentation. -
Four researchers from SLU among the most cited
Four researchers from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences are on the 2025 list of highly cited researchers presented by Clarivate, the company behind Web of Science. In the list, nearly 7000 highly cited researchers are named, 65 of whom are based at Swedish universities.
Research
Most recently published projects
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Organic beef and other ecosystem services produced at semi-natural pasture and forest mosaics
A large proportion of Sweden's grazing land is small and scattered across forest-dominated landscapes. If farmers stop grazing livestock it may result in the loss of significant biodiversity and other natural values, while we become increasingly dependent on meat imports. -
Improved animal welfare with lower ammonia in poultry houses
The aim of the project is to evaluate alternative litter materials and feed compositions as strategies to reduce ammonia levels in poultry houses. -
Ask the pig
Improved welfare in Swedish pig production through benchmarking. Development of a tool for advisors, certification and improved competitiveness.
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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.
Explore statistics, open environmental data and species information
Search for and official statistics, open data and maps from SLU's environmental monitoring and assessment.
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