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Weaponising family reunion waiting times in Sweden

Rules governing family reunification vary and leave many families in a state of uncertainty whilst they wait. A new doctoral thesis shows how waiting times are used as a political tool in the context of family reunification.

Welcome Michael Orlando Sharpe

Michael Orlando Sharpe is the new Malmö City Guest Professor in Migration Studies at Malmö University. He is a tenured full Professor of Political Science at York College of the City University of New York and Professor of Political Science and Professor...

Falling off for likes – how TikTok portrays risk in equestrian sport

Under the hashtag #ridingfails, there is a wealth of videos showing young riders falling off their horses – often presented in a comical light. “It normalises something that is actually risky and serious,” says PhD student Klara Boije af Gennäs.

Horses and Humans – a Sports Science Perspective

Equestrian sports and the horse industry are large in Sweden which makes issues concerning horses and humans important. By studying how horses have been handled, it is possible to study the development of society as a whole, and not least the relationship...

Biobarriers – Health, disorders and healing

Planning for Integration: Landscapes of Power in Borderland Governance

The link between mental health issues and crime differs according to gender

Mental health issues and youth crime are often linked, but the nature of these links varies depending on the type of mental health problem and the gender of the individual. This is demonstrated by criminologist Linn Persson in a new doctoral thesis from...

How young people can keep their teeth healthy – despite living in poverty

The ability to acquire and use health information, parental support, and encouragement from friends and community groups all contribute to good oral health among young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds, according to a new thesis from Malmö University.