After several years of active involvement in the student union, Johanna now wants to focus on issues such as student influence, mental health, and inclusive social activities for students.
Children growing up in displacement camps in Somalia face a high risk of undernutrition, which can severely affect their health and development. Short-term measures such as cash transfers or nutrition counselling alone are not enough.
Why can some species quickly adapt to changes in their environment while others cannot? New research from Dalarna University offers fresh insights – and the results could one day help develop better medicines, new ways to fight diseases, and smarter artificial intelligence.
The application results for the spring semester 2026 are in: for the sixth year in a row, Dalarna University has received the highest number of international applications to master’s programmes in Sweden starting in spring. Several new records also has been set.
Many researchers face the challenge of turning research into innovation that can make a difference in people’s lives. Fatumo Osman at Dalarna University has achieved this with her Ladnaan Method, which is a practical tool that municipalities can use to connect with and support hard-to-reach families
Pain that persists one year after a heart attack can be linked to a significant risk of death at a level consistent with the effects of smoking and diabetes.
In close collaboration with regional companies and with a focus on sustainability, digitalisation, and innovation, Dalarna University is set to establish a research environment for the sustainable industrial processes of the future.
Close to 1,150 students are expected to conclude their studies and graduate from Dalarna University this spring semester 2025. In recognition of this milestone, about 660 of them gathered at Lugnet, Falun, for the university’s leaving ceremony, an event characterised by joy and pride.
Dalarna University is one of five universities to participate in the competition Ice Box Challenge, an experiment in which two tiny houses are pitted against each other to see which can best store a ton of ice in the heat. The objective is to build Sweden's most energy-efficient house in mini-format
At the 2025 Dalarna University Academic Ceremony, André Augusto will be installed as Professor of Energy Engineering. With expertise in solar energy and sustainability, he focuses on strengthening research collaboration and developing innovative solutions for energy transition.
The latest statistics from the Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR) show a significant increase in international student applicants to Swedish universities and colleges. Dalarna University stands out with a remarkable 31.2% rise in applicants for international master's programs.
Dalarna University experienced significant growth in 2024, with an 18 percent increase in student numbers and strengthened financial stability. The university now has 17,430 registered students.
This year, awards for collaboration will be presented to Håkan Flink, Hitachi Energy, and Hans Ersson, Johan Heier and Désirée Kroner, Dalarna University. This is in recognition of their collaborative work to develop the Bachelor’s Programme in Engineering, Sustainable Energy Systems.
Recently, 350 students completed their studies at Dalarna University. In celebration of their academic success, some 230 took part in the traditional Leaving Ceremony in Falun. The event marked the finish for students’ academic career and the start of their professional career.
The Swedish Energy Agency has awarded SEK 7.1 million to Dalarna University for two research projects focusing on positive energy districts (PED) and climate-neutral cities.
Racism in healthcare presents a serious obstacle when it comes to equal care and health. In light of this, researchers are about to commence a study to highlight this problem in obstetrics and maternity care. Together with racialised minority women and healthcare professionals, the aim is to develop
For 40 years, Dalarna University has led the way in research and education in the field of sustainable energy, with a special focus on solar energy and its applications. This research has contributed to innovative energy solutions and trained the next generation of energy scientists and engineers.
On 3 October, Dalarna University’s annual job fair took place at Campus Borlänge, an event that brought together over 400 university students.
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