New professor praised by students for creative teaching

2024-04-12

David Eriksson was the student who had a knack for learning but didn't quite fit in at school. After graduating from high school, he absolutely didn't want to pursue further studies and instead

New honorary doctors

2024-02-28

It has now been announced who will be honoured with the title of Honorary Doctor: Former Prime Minister Ingvar Carlsson, entrepreneur and investor Staffan Hillberg, and Professor Xianyi Zeng of

Syngas becomes a raw material for fish feed

2024-03-19

Sawmills generate large amounts of by-products that are today considered to have a low value. Through a new process, these by-products can become a valuable raw material for sustainable fish

Smart textile innovations are about to reshape rehab at home

2024-03-05

As our population is getting older and healthcare demands continue to rise, it’s crucial to find efficient and easy-to-use rehabilitation methods. By combining textile innovation and

Recycled concrete and glass can replace cement in prefab elements

2024-03-01

A new generation of concrete elements with much less environmental impact than those currently used is being developed in a research project at the University of Borås. In these concrete

University implements "red zone" – reducing ventilation and cooling this summer

2024-02-19

The university plans to temporarily shut off cooling, ventilation, and lighting in Sandgärdet for a few weeks this summer to reduce energy consumption. This will be done as a trial and as part of

Article copies will be delivered digitally

2024-05-13

A new system for ordering articles not available in the university library allows article requests to be delivered via email from now on.

Borrow a board game at the Library

2024-04-15

You do know that the library loans out board games, right? If you need a break from studying and feel like playing a classic board game like Chess, Backgammon, Scrabble, or Othello, come and

Welcome to the Academic Ceremony!

2024-03-20

Come and celebrate your colleagues and the university’s scientific achievements! Welcome with your registration by 31 March.

Sorting of household waste

Sweden is one of the world leaders in using waste as a resource for new materials and energy. The citizens have a crucial role since they are expected to sort their household waste. If they do not