News archive for Faculty of Social Sciences

Current trends in availability and access of Omena (small fish) and farmed Tilapia in Kisumu market outlets (16.12.2025)

Aquaculture and fisheries form the foundation of the blue economy, sustaining food security and livelihoods globally (Boyd et al., 2022). In Kisumu, Omena (small fish) and farmed tilapia are vital for household nutrition and community income. Studying their access and availability helps understand how local fisheries contribute to sustainable and inclusive economies.

Africa Charter: Roadmap for transformative research (11.12.2025)

Africa–Europe research collaborations must move beyond narrow notions of “equitable partnerships” and towards a research system in which African institutions shape agendas, methods and benefits on equal terms.

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.

New book unpacks the global politics of AI tech transformation (08.12.2025)

Exploring ocean expectations (03.12.2025)

The data speaks clearly – our planet faces serious challenges, and the ocean is at the heart of them. Next summer we consider both the opportunities and controversies that come with ocean use. Apply by 1 February 2026.

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.

Wine grapes in Norwegian agriculture (01.12.2025)

My master project is an exploratory study of the emerging possibility for a Norwegian wine industry due to climate change.

Astrid Dalehaug Norheim of SUJO Joined the Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Kuala Lumpur (01.12.2025)

Over 1,500 participants from around the world gathered for four days to share experiences and build networks.