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Lund University Sweden

2015 | EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND COLLABORATION SINCE 1666

The world faces a range of challenges in areas such as the environment, health, sustainability, energy, globalisation and human rights. We all need to do our part to help to find solutions to these challenges. At Lund University we contri- bute by generating new knowledge and passing it on to the next generation and to a wider au- dience, through research, education and interac- tion with society. We have been doing this since 1666, and our ambition is to continue to be a world-class university that works to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Our efforts over the years have paid off. Lund University is today one of the world’s leading higher education institutions. Students and researchers come to Lund from all over the

• world. We attract more international students

than any other university in Sweden and we collaborate with 600 partner uni versities around the world. We are also the only Swedish univer- sity to be a member of the strong international networks League of European Research Univer- sities (LERU) and Universitas 21 (U21). Lund University’s high standing can be attributed to a number of factors. With eight faculties, we have strong research in many different fields and are able to establish cross-disciplinary research collaborations to tackle complex challenges. More than 30 of our research fields are classed as world leading, and the close links between edu- cation and research inspire innovative thinking

• n an academic foundation. Many scientific

breakthroughs and groundbreaking innovations

• riginate from Lund University and our innova-

tion activities reduce the distance from research to market. Student life in Lund is also a factor in the University’s attraction. This small yet dynamic city with medieval roots forms a meeting place for inquisitive individuals from near and far, who gain experiences and contacts for life. For almost 350 years, the University has been in a process of constant development – today more than ever. Huge investments are being made in the research facilities of the future – MAX IV and ESS. These are set to change our view of the world, and the world’s view of Lund University.

Understand, explain and improve

A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY

LUND UNIVERSITY IN BRIEF

FOUNDED: 1666 MOTTO: Ad utrumque (paratus), prepared for both NUMBER OF STUDENTS: 42 000 (total

• ver year), 30 000 (autumn semester)

NUMBER OF STAFF: 7 680 ANNUAL TURNOVER Roughly EUR 800 million, of which two thirds goes to research and one third to education RANKING (2014): QS: 60 Times Higher Education: 119 Shanghai Ranking: 101–150 FACULTIES: School of Economics and Management Faculty of Engineering, LTH Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts Faculties of Humanities and Theology Faculty of Law Faculty of Medicine Faculty of Science Faculty of Social Sciences The University is also home to MAX IV, the University Library, the Interna- tional Institute for Industrial Environ- mental Economics (IIIEE), specialised centres, the Historical Museum, the Museum of the Artistic Process and Public Art, the Botanical Gardens, the Odeum music centre and Vattenhallen Science Centre, among others. The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law is also closely linked to the University.

EDUCATION IN BRIEF

No OF FREESTANDING COURSES: 2 200, of which 600 taught in English No OF DEGREE PROGRAMMES: 75 leading to an undergraduate degree, of which 5 in English 201 leading to a Master’s degree,

• f which 100 in English

SOME NOTABLE ALUMNI: Nobel laureates: Manne Siegbahn, Physics 1924 Bertil Ohlin, Economics 1977 Sune Bergström, Medicine 1982 Arvid Carlsson, Medicine 2000 Fields Medal recipient: Lars Hörmander, 1962 Professor of Mathematics Swedish prime ministers: Tage Erlander, 1946–69 Ingvar Carlsson, 1986–91, 1994–96 Lawyers: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Justice of the Supreme Court of the USA Marianne Lundius, President of the Supreme Court of Sweden Business leaders: Pehr G. Gyllenhammar, former CEO of Volvo Michael Treschow, Chair of the Board of Unilever Stefan Persson, Chair of the Board of H&M Cristina Stenbeck, Chair of the Board

• f Investment AB Kinnevik

At Lund University we educate the knowledge generators, problem solvers and leaders of

• tomorrow. We give our students the tools to

explore and understand themselves and the world around them. They are taught how to think freely, creatively and critically, and to develop their ability to work across disciplinary boundaries and externally to tackle demanding problems. This lays the foundation for lifelong learning. This philosophy applies to all our programmes and courses – and there are many of them! We have Sweden’s broadest range of education in engin- eering, science, law, social sciences, economics and management, medicine, humanities, theo- logy, art, music and drama. This offers almost un- limited possibilities for our students to combine subjects and create a unique degree. The majority of our teaching staff are also researchers, and our programmes and courses have close links to current research; we see this as an important factor to ensure quality. For those who wish to further deepen their know- ledge, there is the possibility to go on to a PhD. It is very important to us that our teaching staff have excellent teaching skills, and we have well-established structures to support educa- tional development and spread examples of best practice in teaching. We are also keen to provide

• ur students with opportunities to have their

say about their education, and there are student representatives on all decision-making bodies. We place strong emphasis on the employability

• f our students and deliver our programmes and

courses in close interaction with business and

• society. We also arrange careers fairs and offer

careers advice. Since many of our courses and programmes are taught in English, the University is a meeting place for students from around the world. Lund University is the most popular choice for interna- tional students coming to Sweden, both for short exchanges and entire degree programmes. This creates a global classroom environment where students encounter different cultural per spectives and gain international contacts – something which is valued by employers worldwide. Lund has one of the highest population dens ities

• f students in Sweden, which is reflected in the

thriving student life, with clubs and societies for all tastes. Everything is within cycling distance and the atmosphere in Lund is both international and intimate.

A meeting place for international students

EDUCATION

Successful research across the range

RESEARCH

We know that cross-boundary collaborations at regional, national and global level can help to find solutions to the major questions of today and tomorrow. For this reason, we have worked hard to develop cross-disciplinary research in

• rder to address increasingly complex social

problems. Our interdisciplinary research and the diversity

• ffered by a comprehensive university have

contributed to our success in recent years in

• btaining major research grants. Over EUR 530

million (SEK 5 billion) a year goes to research at our eight faculties, which gives us one of Sweden’s strongest and broadest research

• environments. We have world-leading research

groups in more than 30 fields, according to in- dependent evaluations. We have been commissioned by the Swedish Government to develop various strategic research areas to absolute world-class level over a number of years. These include research on cancer, diabetes, epidemiology, neuroscience, stem cells, nanoscience, climate modelling, biodiversity, Middle Eastern studies, e-science, manufacturing engineering, and IT and mobile communications. Lund University also stands out as a strong force in the European research arena. For many years we have been the most active Swedish participant in the EU framework programmes for technical and economic development. Several national research facilities are based in Lund, including MAX-lab, where research is carried out using synchrotron radiation. The MAX IV Laboratory is currently under con- struction and will open in 2016. It will be the world’s leading synchrotron radiation facility. The European research facility ESS will also be built adjacent to MAX IV, and will be the world’s most powerful neutron source when it enters

• peration in 2019. The two facilities will be of

decisive importance to future scientific and industrial development in both materials science and life science. Lund University is also a partner in Medicon Village – a new life science centre where research, innovation and enterprise work together to improve human health and well-

• being. The majority of our cancer researchers

are now based at this site.

STRONG RESEARCH AREAS AND INNOVATION ENVIRONMENTS

Materials science and nanotechnology Synchrotron radiation research Laser spectroscopy Diabetes Cancer Neuroscience and neurodegenerative diseases Stem cells Bioimaging Neuropsychology Cognitive science Linguistics Climate and environment Quaternary geology Biodiversity Animal migration patterns Automatic control E-science Manufacturing engineering IT and mobile communications Food Transport and logistics Risk and safety management Epidemiology Health and ageing Economic history Economic demography Innovation and entrepreneurship Middle Eastern studies Music education

EXAMPLES OF INNOVATIONS

1944 The Tetra Pak tetrahedron 1946 The artificial kidney 1953 Diagnostic ultrasound 1966 Bricanyl – asthma medicine 1967 Nicorette – help smokers quit 1971 The ServoVentilator – the modern ventilator 1990 Oatly – oat drink 1991 Proviva – probiotic oatmeal drink 1991 CLS – laser cancer treatment 1993 QlikTech software 1995 Bluetooth 1997 Precise Biometrics – fingerprint reader 1999 Decuma – handwriting recognition 2001 LUCAS – mechanical cardiac massage 2004 Polar Rose – advanced image analysis and face recognition 2005 Hövding – invisible bicycle helmet 2007 Medviso – software for cardiac analysis 2007 A1M Pharma – treatment for pre-eclampsia 2008 Immunovia – MRI cancer diagnosis 2009 Sol Voltaics – nano solar cells 2010 Nocturnal Vision – night vision technology 2011 cTrap – covering to combat damp 2012 Endodrill – instrument for improved cancer diagnosis 2013 Appethyl– spinach shot that suppresses hunger signals 2013 Quixter – vein scanning techno- logy as a method of payment At Lund University we are passionate about ensur- ing the knowledge and research generated here come to use and about tackling problems and chal- lenges from business and society. For us, innovation is about new successful products, services, proces- ses and methods – not only within engineering and medicine, but also in areas such as the humanities and social sciences. With our disciplinary breadth we have many

• pportunities to work across disci-

plines and create new solutions and products that improve the lives of people worldwide. One of the most famous innovations based

• n research from Lund University is diagnostic

ultrasound, which is today a routine method

• f examination in hospitals around the world.

Other examples of pioneering innovations are the artificial kidney, which laid the foundations for the multinational company Gambro and which makes life easier for dialysis patients worldwide, and Bluetooth technology, which enables wireless communication over short distances. Lund University’s innovation system offers support to researchers and students who want to convert their results into innovations, i.e. new successful products, services, processes and methods. In Sweden, individual researchers own the rights to their findings, and not the universities. Help is available for patents, financing and business

• development. Since 1999 the University’s inno-

vation system has invested in over 70 companies. Ideon Science Park, Sweden’s first and largest science park, has close links to Lund University. It is one of the most important and successful of its kind in Europe. Today there are around 350 companies based at Ideon, and of more than 900 companies that have operated from the park since it started in 1983, the majority have had their roots in research at Lund University. Lund University is a driving force in society and engages on different levels with politicians, busi- nesses, other organisations, the media and the

• public. Our researchers often serve as experts on

advisory bodies. We also tailor-make commissio- ned courses for companies, public authorities and

• rganisations, and provide study programmes that

aim to strengthen the development capacity of individuals, organisations and countries. In order to inspire an early interest in research and higher education among children and young people, we work with schools, put on science shows and theme days, and run a science centre.

COLLABORATION AND INNOVATION

A driving force in society

THINGS TO SEE AND DO AT LUND UNIVERSITY

• 1. The annual doctoral conferment

ceremony held at Lund Cathedral in May is a celebration of the approximately 300 doctoral students who complete a PhD each year.

• 2. Lund University Historical

Museum is Sweden’s second largest archaeological museum.

• 3. The 16th century Kungshuset was

the University’s first building.

• 4. The main university building,

Universitetshuset, was built in 1882 and designed by Helgo Zettervall.

• 5. Vattenhallen Science Centre is an

exciting discovery centre for the whole family.

• 6. Lund University’s Botanical

Gardens are home to 7 000 species

• f plant and attract over half a

million visitors every year.

• 7. The Lundagård park lies in the

heart of Lund.

• 8. The University Library is one
• f Sweden’s oldest and largest

research libraries. The library preserves at least one copy of everything printed in the country for posterity.

• 9. The Museum of the Artistic Process

and Public Art (Skissernas museum) is a unique museum with sketches, preliminary studies and models of works of public art. 1 2 4 3

6 5 7 9 8

Lund Helsingborg Copenhagen Malmö Ljungbyhed

SWEDEN IN BRIEF

• Located in Scandinavia in Northern

Europe

• Population: 9.5 million
• Home of the Nobel Prize
• Ranked as the most creative

country in the world

• Has the highest proficiency in

English as a second language in the world

• One of the safest countries in the

world and ranked as one of the best to live in

• An open multicultural society with
• ne of the highest levels of gender

equality

• Well known for its eco-friendly

culture

• The Malmö region (including Lund)

is the 4th most inventive in the world (Forbes 2013)

A welcoming science region

LUND AND THE COPENHAGEN–MALMÖ REGION

Lund University is located in southern Sweden, in one of Northern Europe’s most dynamic regions: the Danish–Swedish Öresund region. The region is compact and has good commu-

• nications. From Lund it is 10 minutes by train

to Malmö (Sweden’s third largest city) and approximately 45 minutes to the Danish capital Copenhagen, with its international airport. The major part of the University is in Lund – a city of contrasts where 1 000 years of history meet the latest in modern science. Lund city centre is small and picturesque and has many historical sites such as the Cathedral and the winding, cobbled medieval streets. At the same time, new districts are growing in the north east with the continually expanding Ideon Science Park and the construction of the research facilities MAX IV and ESS. Medicon Village has been established alongside Ideon and gathers researchers and entrepreneurs in life sciences, primarily in the field of cancer. The University has been making its mark on Lund for almost 350 years and the univer- sity campus occupies large areas of the city. Our students give Lund a youthful, relaxed atmosphere and contribute to the city’s rich café culture, nightlife and tradition of comedy. Lund University can also be found in other places in the region. Some of our medical training and research is conducted in Malmö, where the Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts is also based. At Campus Helsingborg, we carry out education and research with unique opportunities for colla- boration with the business sector. We also pro vide training in the field of aviation in Ljungbyhed. The Öresund region is a meeting place for people

• f different backgrounds, and is one of Europe’s

most creative hubs for science, innovation and

• culture. The region has 12 universities, 155 000

students, 12 000 researchers and the highest concentration of highly-qualified workers in northern Europe. A significant proportion of the business sector has its origins in research. The establishment of the research facilities MAX IV and ESS in Lund will put the spot light on our part of the world, and we are working together to take advantage of the opportunities this presents.

Lund University in figures 

Education

STUDENTS Individuals Individuals, total over year 42 000 – of whom international students 6 300 Individuals, autumn semester 30 000 DEGREES No Undergraduate 3 400 Master’s 4 000 STUDY PROGRAMMES AND COURSES No Freestanding courses 2 200 Study programmes total 276 – leading to an undergraduate degree 75 – leading to a Master’s degree 201 Lund University offers over 100 Master’s programmes and 600 courses in English. INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE Individuals Outgoing students 1 180 Incoming students 2 120 Non-exchange students ca 3 300 Agreements with 600 universities in over 70 countries. DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENTS BY EDUCATION CYCLE Undergraduate, programmes 49% Undergraduate, freestanding courses 25% Master’s, programmes 22% Master’s, freestanding courses 4% INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Total undergraduate and Master’s 15% – of whom Master’s students 30% DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENTS BY FACULTY Faculty of Engineering, LTH 24% Faculty of Social Sciences 21% Faculties of Humanities and Theology 15% School of Economics and Management 14% Faculty of Medicine 10% Faculty of Science 7% Faculty of Law 6% Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts 2% Specialised centres and MA/MSc in Secondary Education 1 %

Research

RESEARCH STUDENTS Individuals Research students 3 200 – of whom new students 480 No of PhDs awarded 400 Proportion international research students 40% No of publications (2013) 6 075 LARGEST FUNDING BODIES SEK/EUR million Swedish Research Council 965 102 EU 234 25 Vinnova 128 14 Formas 110 12 Swedish Energy Agency 110 12

Staff

EMPLOYEES No Total (individuals), of whom: 7 680 – professors 830 – other academic staff and research students 4 300 – technical and administrative staff 2 560

Footnote: Lund University does not record citizenship and all figures for international students and doctoral students are estimates only.

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Finances

REVENUE SEK/EUR million Total, of which: 7 853 833 – direct government funding 28% – grants (external revenue) 72% Roughly two thirds of revenue goes to research and doctoral studies, and one third to education. EXPENDITURE SEK/EUR million Total, of which: 7 869 834 – staff 60% – premises 12% – other 28%

Innovation

INNOVATION OUTCOMES No New innovation ideas 119 Projects 84 Patent applications 16 Companies formed 15 – with holding company as a part-owner 5 Lund University’s innovation system has invested in over 70 companies that have generated over 2 800 jobs and over SEK 800 million/EUR 85 million in tax revenue since 1999. QS Times Higher Shanghai Education Ranking 2014 60 119 101–150 2013 67 123 101–150 2012 71 82 101–150 2011 86 80 101–150 RANKING BY SUBJECT, QS TOP 100 (2014) 15 subjects among the world’s top 100, among others: Geography (21st) Environmental science (31st) RANKING BY SUBJECT, TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION (THE) TOP 100 (2014) Life sciences (60th) Physical sciences (68th) Arts and humanities (74th) Engineering and technology (79th) Clinical and pre-clinical health (86th)

Ranking

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