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Knowledge of social science is a necessary prerequisite for being able to cope with and solve some of today's most pressing global issues, such as the environment, health, poverty, growth and democracy. The research and education done at the faculty focuses in various ways on society and social issues.
Our researchers are of high international standing, having reached prominence in a number of fields such as welfare research, applied IT, gender issues, sustainable development and developmental psychology. Our educational programmes and courses have a solid scientific basis. We put a lot of effort into designing our study programmes so they provide a theoretical foundation and also help students to put that knowledge to practical use within the chosen vocational field.
Experiments in climate chamber are set to show how older people react to heat and how homes can be adapted.
Reading, film, music and social interaction are related to test results in different ways.
How can northern Sweden produce more food in a changing climate? NorthFood studies food from farm to fork.
Alumnus Jon Abrahamsson Ring shared insights from his international career.
How does research change when AI becomes part of the process? Read Niclas Kaiser's response article in Curie.
New research article shows connection between adult children's work life and parental health.
Nils Eriksson’s 37-year journey through academia is a story of collaboration, learning, and continuous growth.
Arctic Six Chair Niklas Eklund will address security issues and lead the work for Arctic Security forward.
Alumnus Asim Mehmood from Pakistan hopes to make a long-lasting impact in his community and beyond.