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New doctoral degree at IKO - Synnøve Stokke Jensen (16.12.2025)
Synnøve Stokke Jensen defended her thesis for the PhD-degree at the University of Bergen 12th of December 2025. The title of the thesis is: "Biomarkers in human primary teeth in epidemiological research".
SFI tildeling i Trondheim.
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).
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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.
Isabella Aboderin
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.
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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.
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New doctoral degree at IKO - Anders Røsland (20.11.2025)
Anders Røsland defended his thesis for the PhD-degree at the University of Bergen 21 of November 2025. The title of the thesis is: "Periodontitis and lung function: Insights from cross-sectional and interventional studies".
Frode Forland
Changes ahead for Global Health (13.11.2025)
The global health infrastructure is undergoing significant change, with dramatic cuts in aid and fragmented health services. At the same time, strong professional communities are emerging in Africa, with leaders ready to take the lead.
Portrettbilde av Heidrun Vethe.
CCBIO Researcher Secures Major Grant from the Norwegian Cancer Society (13.11.2025)
We are delighted to announce that Researcher Heidrun Vethe has been awarded a prestigious grant from the Norwegian Cancer Society under the call “Researcher Projects 2025”.
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Women with large preterm infants have higher risk of cardiovascular disease (11.11.2025)
A new study shows that preeclamptic and hypertensive pregnant women’s risk of getting cardiovascular disease is linked to their baby’s birthweight.
Julia Axiina Tuominen mottar prisen for beste artikkel NOFE 2025
NOFEs prize for Paper of the year 2025 (31.10.2025)
We congratulate Julia Axiina Tuominen who received the award for the best article of the year at the NOFE conference in Bergen on October 29-30 in Bergen!
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News from the Space Optimization Process (30.10.2025)
The working group at the faculty, tasked with presenting a report to the faculty board with proposals for space optimization, is in the final phase of its work. Read the report here!
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9th ScanPath Symposium: Translational Pathology in Focus at Solstrand (29.10.2025)
October 29-30, 2025, Solstrand was once again the scenic backdrop for the ScanPath Symposium (Scandinavian Symposium on Translational Pathology), now the 9th, gathering 115 participants from across the Nordic region. The event is hosted by CCBIO and continues its tradition of fostering collaboration and innovation in tissue-based cancer research.
Chloe Sage Wyatt
Using AI to shed light on emergency care (28.10.2025)
A multinational collaboration at Eitri medical innovation center in Bergen has used machine learning models to identify patient groups at risk of being mistreated.
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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.
Carla P. D. Fernandes
New Core Facility Manager (10.09.2025)
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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
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Call for Research Proposals in Medical AI (20.08.2025)
Trond Mohn Reserach Foundation (TMF), Helse Bergen and the Faculty of Medicine have allocated 46 million* NOK in a joint effort to strengthen the use of AI in medical research in Bergen. Apply before 15 October at 12:00 (noon).
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When Mom’s and Dad’s Genes Clash: New Study Reveals a Genetic Tug-of-War That Shapes Our Health (07.08.2025)
A large-scale study in Nature, with contributions from Norwegian parents and children identifies genetic mutations whose effects on health depend on which parent passed them on

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