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World Health Organization (WHO) statistics show that global rehabilitation needs continue to be unmet due to multiple factors. A central one is associated with low efficiency caused by low

Vice-Chancellor to leave the University of Borås after the summer

2026-03-25

Mats Tinnsten has decided to leave his position as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Borås. He is leaving this role in order to pursue other things in life.

Akram Zamani likes to take on challenges and think creatively – for a sustainable future

2025-04-16

Akram Zamani has previously been recognised for her pioneering research in the development of innovative materials based on food waste. As a newly appointed professor, she is now looking forward

Biochar key to new method for recovery of vital phosphorus from sewage sludge

2025-02-03

Phosphorus is a necessary nutrient required for all life. However, it is only found in limited quantities in nature. In a new doctoral thesis at the University of Borås, biochar plays a crucial

The by-product lignin can play a key role in new sustainable materials

2025-05-02

Lignin, a by-product of the forest industry, can be used to produce sustainable materials that can replace traditional plastics. This has been revealed in a new doctoral thesis at the University

Weaving as worlding practices with earth beings (WeB)

Guided by a distinct more-than-human apprehension of the world, Weaving as Worlding Practices with Earth Beings (WeB) investigates design practices of co-creation in two communities. The

Weaving connections: New research unites textiles, insects, and indigenous knowledge

2025-04-01

A new research project aims to redefine the boundaries of textile design by exploring connections between textiles, insects, and indigenous knowledge. Can this approach help humans reconnect with

Celebration and solemnity at this year's Academic Ceremony

2025-05-16

The university's Academic Ceremony was celebrated to trumpet fanfare and warm applause. Alongside the joy of career milestones, academic successes, and awards, several speakers reiterated the

Polymers’ Circulation System

The main objective of the project is to create a mechanism for fostering innovations that enables circular flows of plastic material. A wide variety of polymer products cannot be recycled

Age and complicity in cardiac arrest

Importance of co-morbidity and high age for the chance to survive at cardiac arrest outside and in hospitals.