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Fysikerne Justas, Martin og Konrad ved diamantlaben.

Quantum physics may hold the key to detecting cancer early (18.12.2025)

Imagine a blood test that works like a car’s dashboard, warning you before cancer develops. Researchers in Bergen are using quantum physics and diamonds to make that possible.

New Innovation Centre Unites Research and Industry to Prevent Parkinson's and Dementia (15.12.2025)

The new Innovation Center for Neuroresilience (ICoN) aims to shift the focus from treatment to prevention of neurodegenerative diseases. The center brings together leading researchers in close collaboration with Norwegian and international industry partners and has been awarded the status of a Centre for Research-based Innovation (SFI).

Mor og datter på sykehuset, mor holder barnet i hånden

Global study reveals major inequalities in childhood cancer survival (12.12.2025)

Children with cancer face very different chances of survival depending on where in the world they live. A new international study reveals dramatic differences – and points to what is needed to save more lives.

Bilde av Strønen med rød topp og svart blazer foran Bergens-landskap

Iselin Åsedotter Strønen awarded ERC Consolidator Grant (09.12.2025)

She will investigate why gender inequalities in the fisheries sector are so difficult to change.

Politicians Fuel Conflicts, but Fail to Quell Them (02.12.2025)

Conciliatory statements among Norwegian politicians make no impact on the population, according to recent research by Lars Erik Berntzen.

Barn ser på pepperkakebyen på Universitetsmuseet i Bergen

The University of Bergen uses gingerbread houses to defend research on gender, climate change and diversity (01.12.2025)

This December, the University of Bergen invites the public to experience a unique blend of festive cheer and powerful values.

UiB strengthens collaboration for a sustainable North Sea (24.11.2025)

The University of Bergen (UiB) is the Norwegian coordinator for the North Sea University Partnership (NSUP) – a collaboration between eight universities in Norway and the United Kingdom.

To kvinner utenfor administrasjonsbygget ved UiB

Millions in Research Funding for Fish Health at UiB (05.11.2025)

Sea lice and bacterial diseases are among the biggest challenges in Norwegian aquaculture. Now, two researchers at the University of Bergen have received funding from the Research Council of Norway to develop new knowledge that can improve fish health and strengthen sustainability in the industry.

The Colonial Power Wanted to Be Culturally Sensitive – They ended up creating more inequality (30.10.2025)

When the Americans introduced a legal system in the Marshall Islands after World War II, they intended to take local traditions and customs into account. The result was the opposite, says social anthropologist Ola Gunhildrud Berta at the University of Bergen.

To menn i kjeledress på isen. Alt er hvitt. De smiler til kamera.

Scientists discovered a unique ecosystem under the Arctic (27.10.2025)

A few years ago, scientists from the University of Bergen, for the first time in history, managed to collect samples from one of the most remote and extreme seafloor environments deep under the Arctic ice. Now, their first findings reveal extreme hot springs, fragile metal-rich chimney structures, and enormous hydrogen release that could be crucial for the search for life in our Solar System.

Celebrating 30 Years of the Nordic Library at Athens (20.10.2025)

A Landmark Anniversary for a Hub of Research and Collaboration for Nordic Institutes and Beyond

Maja Lian Jæger og Rolf Birger Pedersen på Havobservasjonslaboratoriet.

We Know More About the Moon Than 60 percent of Earth’s Surface (16.10.2025)

Now the University of Bergen wants to uncover the secrets of the dark ocean, by establishing a national centre for deep-sea innovation.

Wits/SapienCE wins top cultural award (15.10.2025)

The Wits/SapienCE Blombos Museum of Archaeology in Still Bay, Southern Cape, has received the award for Best Innovative Project in the Field of Museums, Heritage, and Geographical Names from the Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport.

Back to the Plastic Island (29.09.2025)

On September 25th, the University of Bergen (UiB) organized a coastal cleanup for students and staff. As last year, the destination was Lisle Lyngøy, often referred to as “Plastic Island” off the coast of Hellesøy. The day was filled with strong impressions — and some good news for the island’s ecosystem.

Håndtrykk mellom de to på rektors kontor

New international partnerships strengthen cooperation in research and education (26.09.2025)

The two new projects will strengthen a global network for sustainable energy storage and Norwegian-Ugandan cooperation on global health. The partnerships will provide new initiatives and opportunities for international collaboration for students and staff at UiB, as well as for the partners.

New Core Facility Manager (10.09.2025)

New Mohn Research Center for Neuroprotection in Norway paves the Way to Prevention for Neurodegenerative Diseases (05.09.2025)

Neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease (PD), dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and multiple system atrophy (MSA) affect more than 10 million people globally and their prevalence is expected to at least double within over the next two decades. No therapy currently slows or stops disease progression. With support from the Trond Mohn Research Foundation (TMF), the Mohn Research Center... Read more

Sensing the landslides (03.09.2025)

PhD-candidate Nina Hećej wants to know more about where, when, how and why landslides in Norway occur. With the consequences of climate change, more knowledge on future landslides can potentially save both infrastructure and lives.

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