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Employees felt less stressed when they practised mindfulness

Better focus, less stress, and an easier time switching off from work once home. These were the experiences reported by business sector employees who practised mindfulness every day for eight weeks. The findings are presented in a new report that explores...

She’s back after a year "in space"

For the past year, astrophysicist Shilpa Bijavara Seshashayana has been conducting space observations and operating the instruments at the Nordic Optical Telescope on the Canary Island of La Palma.

The abortion struggle in Ireland – a victory with a bitter taste

Ireland repealed its abortion ban in 2018 – a victory that was celebrated around the world. But according to researcher Sarah Bodelson, this success concealed both internal divisions and silenced voices within the movement.

Parasport pioneer receives honorary doctorate

Peter Nilsson, operations manager of the parasport association FIFH Malmö, has been awarded an honorary doctorate at the Faculty of Culture and Society. The motivation highlights his tireless work for a more inclusive and socially sustainable society for...

Young migrants opt out of youth health centres

A low number of migrants go to youth health centres: this was the most surprising finding of researcher Nada Amroussia at Malmö University in her thesis on young migrants' sexuality and how they seek sexual and reproductive health care.

Slang at work helps adult migrants develop language skills

When immigrant students develop language skills in the workplace, they appreciate hearing everyday language and the use of slang. However, in Sweden, researchers are looking for answers on how language courses can integrate cooperation with the labour...

Driving simulators for an efficient and safe traffic work environment for police officers