2023-12-05

Using genetics to map the impacts of prehistoric climate change

Our climate is becoming ever warmer – impacting plant and animal ecosystems. But this is by no means the first time Earth has experienced climate change. Wallenberg Academy Fellow Peter Heintzman is using genetics to examine how prehistoric climate change has impacted life on Earth.

Climate and Environment - Theme page DNA Research - Theme page Geology, Geography and Landscapes - Theme page Plants, Animals and Nature - Theme page

2023-12-05

AI helps us to understand the molecular language of cells

A holy grail in biology is to map all the functions of the cell. The existence of vast quantities of data combined with rapid progress in AI methodologies has enabled scientists to take the next step. A team of researchers is now working to understand the molecular language of the cell.

Life Science - Theme page SciLifeLab - Theme page

2023-12-01

Flexible parental leave among immigrant mothers can promote integration

Mothers who took parental leave part-time or for shorter periods were more likely to engage in income-generating activities or pursue education. A new study uncovers surprising patterns in parental leave usage among newly arrived migrant women in Sweden, specifically focusing on their integration into the labor market.

Economy and Society - Theme page Gender and Equality - Theme page Health and Living Conditions - Theme page