Information about coronavirus Covid-19

The university has continued monitoring and increased preparedness regarding covid-19. The development is monitored on an ongoing basis by the university's central coordination group, which holds regular meetings. Below you will find Luleå University of Technology's information and recommendations for students and staff, as well as a FAQ.

Latest information about the coronavirus

Updated 19 January, 15.00. Please take a moment to read the latest information from the University management. The text will be updated as soon as new information is available. The following is addressed to staff and students at Luleå University of Technology due to the coronavirus/Covid-19.

Information for students

Updated 19 January, 15.00. The university has continued monitoring and increased preparedness regarding10the development of covid-19. The development is continuously monitored by the university's central coordination group and the group have regular meetings.

Information for staff

Updated 19 January, 15.00. The university has continued monitoring and increased preparedness regarding the development of covid-19. The development is continuously monitored by the university's central coordination group and the group have regular meetings.

News

Unique research project on the pandemic in Norrbotten

The corona virus has changed a lot in our lives. In a new project, researchers in history and nursing at Luleå University of Technology – together with a large number of other stakeholders – will gather knowledge and experience from the ongoing pandemic.

New study on covid care

New research on respiratory care at covid-19 is currently ongoing at Luleå University of Technology. Professor Åsa Engström leads the project.
– It was very difficult for relatives who were not allowed to see the patients. Some stood outside the hospital to feel close to them.

Wastewater is tested for coronavirus

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have participated in a European study in which wastewater was sampled in a number of municipalities in Sweden at the same time and then analyzed for SARS-CoV-2. The approach may provide indications of future corona outbreaks.

"Keep your distance, also in your free time"

The pandemic is not over. Hear what Chief County Medical Officer for infectious diseases control Anders Nystedt has to say about the coronavirus and the start of the semester, parties, face masks and the important personal responsibility.

The new students are arriving

For three days, Luleå University of Technology and the student unions have an introduction on site for new students. Due to the pandemic, the welcome days have changed.
– Much of what previously involved physical presence, we have filmed and posted in advance, says Jennie Hägg Wilhelmsson, head of ...

High pressure on on-site wastewater systems this corona summer

Many will spend this year's vacation in a summer house to avoid the ravages of the coronavirus. This, in turn, will increase the pressure on on-site wastewater facilities that belong to a summer house. Researcher Inga Herrmann at Luleå University of Technology has studied these wastewater systems a ...

In the media: Quick solutions not a good idea

Technological developments have accelerated during the pandemic, but at the same time risk turning the hook on themselves as the pressure for quick solutions increases.

Hoping for research on life after respiratory care

Study the effect of long-term oxygen deficiency

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have developed a method to study how muscle cells in the blood vessels of the lung, permanently contract because of long-term oxygen deficiency. This phenomenon leads to increased pressure in the vessels of the lung and the strain on the heart increases....

How effective are face masks?

How do particles spread when a person coughs with or without a face mask? A group of researchers, including from Luleå University of Technology, wants to increase knowledge about this.

Debate: The Corona Effect - Evolution through Crisis. Impacts on Data, AI & Digitalization

Diego Galar, professor in operation and maintenance at Luleå University of Technology participated in an interview/panel about effect of corona virus and actions from AI point of view in our society.

In the media: Olle Hage on how the corona virus can affect the economy

Olle Hage, Senior Lecturer of Economics, is interviewed by the Youtube channel "Mitt öga" about how Covid-19 can affect the Swedish economy.

Researchers on different aspects of the corona pandemi

Debate: Corona threatens to aggravate the Swedish housing crisis

Professor Kristina L Nilsson and Agatino Rizzo, associate professor of architecture, Luleå University of Technology, are two of those who signed this debate article in Aftonbladet.

Donates protective equipment from university lab

Region Norrbotten is in dire need of protective equipment to enable its staff to care for patients with covid-19 safely. Luleå University of Technology now donates protective equipment from various laboratories.

"Thank you for your understanding and trust"

"It feels almost unreal that it has been just over a week since the government announced that the universities' teaching and assessment will be carried out remotely.

3D fabrication holder for covid-19 visor

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology help hospital with the manufacture of covid-19 visor holders. Medical personnel make their own protections using transparencies and holders from, among others, Luleå University of Technology.

Contributes with material to covid 19 visor

Decision on distance education for all students

Luleå University of Technology follows the government's recommendation to introduce distance education, due to corona disease covid-19 in Sweden. This means that the university will switch to distance education and place-independent examination forms from 18 March.

Published:12 March 2020

Updated: 10 December 2020

By:Mariana Johansson

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