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Self-help method for traumatized Palestinian children in the West Bank. (26.01.2024)

- The stories health and school personnel tell about children's suffering in Gaza and the West Bank are heartbreaking and shocking, says psychologist specialist Unni Heltne.

Image from the de hoop exhibition showing insights into the lifestyles and behaviours of early humans.

We are all one (23.01.2024)

A new SapienCE exhibition has opened in South Africa. The 'Origins of Early Southern Sapiens Behaviour” showcases unique archaeological discoveries offering visitors a distinct cultural experience in the heart of the De Hoop Nature Reserve.

illustrasjonsbilde av unge folk som holder avstand under koronapandemien

Use of cultural specific terms in times of crises can cause greater health inequalities (22.01.2024)

During the coronavirus pandemic, Norwegian health authorities used the term "dugnad" to encourage collective infection control measures. New research indicates that the use of such culturally specific terms can be problematic for immigrant groups.

«A formal, methodical approach to artificial intelligence suits me well» (19.01.2024)

Rustam Galimullin is one of several experts in artificial intelligence at UiB. Learn more about him and his research here.

Anne Larigauderie er ny æresdoktor ved UiB.

Dr. Anne Larigauderie awarded honorary doctorate (16.01.2024)

Anne Larigauderie, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), has been awarded an honorary doctorate at the University of Bergen.

"Better health for all – more fairly distributed" (09.01.2024)

On Monday 8 January, the official opening of BCEPS Centre of Excellence took place in the university aula. The centre will develop new methods and ethical frameworks to help decision-makers in ensuring a fairer distribution of health services.