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Kalmar

Research

Dogs

Not just bites – how dogs injure people

Researchers have reviewed statistics from 6,000 patients injured by dogs.

Not just bites – how dogs injure people
Arrows

World’s oldest arrow poison – 60,000-year-old traces reveal early advanced hunting techniques

Researchers have identified traces of plant poison from the South African plant gifbol on Stone Age arrowheads.

World’s oldest arrow poison – 60,000-year-old traces reveal early advanced hunting techniques

Education

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Lecture series: How to succeed with your studies

Studying at a university can seem difficult, but we are here to help you along the way.

How to succeed with your studies
Students at campus, Linneaus University Växjö Sweden

Preparing for your stay

Moving to another country, even for a short period of time, requires a great deal of preparation and planning ahead.

Preparing for your stay
8–22

The University Library is a perfect place to study. With your swipe card, you can enter the library from 8am–10pm on weekdays.

Library

News

Cod fishes
3 March 2026

New study finds Baltic Sea cod healthier than expected

Baltic Sea cod healthier than expected
Exhibition
12 March 2026

Woodlife Sweden at Linnaeus University highlights sustainable timber construction

Woodlife Sweden at Linnaeus University
Bokhultet
4 March 2026

European Forest City 2026 and international forest conference coming to Växjö

European Forest City 2026 and international forest conference coming to Växjö
Göran Hilmersson
20 February 2026

The University Board Proposes New Vice-Chancellor for Linnaeus University

The University Board Proposes New Vice-Chancellor for Linnaeus University

An international university in Småland

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Forest Values

Linnaeus University brings together unique research and education in forestry and the forest industry.

Area of strength: Forest values
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The Core of Welfare

Read about our research and education in the area of welfare core.

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Students collaborating

EUniWell – collaboration for increased well-being

Twelve universities are part of the European collaboration EUniWell. The vision is to improve the well-being of both individuals and society as a whole.

EUniWell - The European University for Well-Being

Collaborate with us

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The Bridge – a long-term partnership

The Bridge is a collaboration between Linnaeus University, IKEA and Södra, with a focus on forestry, innovation and sustainability.

The Bridge
 Two happy people are walking with books in their hands.

Contract education

Would you like to boost the competence within your organisation? We offer tailor-made courses for the specific needs of your organisation.

Contract education
4 000

Almost 4 000 people graduate from Linnaeus University every year. Join them and take the step!

Our programmes
40 000

Some 40 000 critical thinkers study here!

Study at Linnaeus University
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We have established seven knowledge environments to meet societal challenges.

Knowledge environments
2 200

About 2 200 people work at Linnaeus University. Join us!

Work with us

Work at Linnaeus University

Doctoral student in ecology with specialization in selective metal recovery

Kalmar Last application date: 4/1/2026

Doctoral student in ecology with specialization in molecular ecology

Kalmar Last application date: 4/1/2026

Doctoral studentship in Computer and Information Science

Vaxjo Last application date: 3/26/2026