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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.