Editorial
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Researcher posts at the Faculty of social sciences Jan. 29, 2026
There has been growth in the use of research positions at the faculty. The University of Oslo is now introducing a revision and update of the regulations that govern appointments and promotions for researcher posts. The Dean provides an update on these developments in this month’s editorial.
Innovation and impact
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Innovation and impact with Elin Lerum Boasson Jan. 29, 2026
Elin Lerum Boasson at ISV is a lead author for the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and has been the only non-Swedish member of the Swedish Climate Policy Council. She has often found a receptive audience for research-based climate policy advice, although the interest varies with the saliency of climate politics.
Meet the researcher
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Meet the researcher: Ines Alisa Wagner Jan. 29, 2026
Ines Alisa Wagner started up her ERC Starting Grant project "WAGE" in January last year. This year looks even more intriguing, because two postdocs are in the making and will give the project a boost.
Meet the teacher
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Meet the teacher B?rd Lahn Jan. 29, 2026
B?rd Lahn is currently working on developing TIK’s new bachelor’s programme on technology and society. In addition, he has begun teaching on one of UiO’s work relevance certificates, namely the Sustainability Certificate.
Brief encounter
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Brief encounter with ?se Gornitzka Jan. 29, 2026
?se Gornitzka is now back at ISV after eight years in the rectorate. Well, almost back - a recently operated foot means she is operating from home for the moment.
News
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Remember to update your profile Jan. 29, 2026
Your profile page is your digital business card and an important channel for showcasing your academic and professional expertise. Now is a good time to check that the information on your profile is current and accurate.
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Arena Europa podcast: A federalist alternative for the European Union Jan. 27, 2026
Is the EU institutional system fit to solve crises? And do the member states have too much power over EU decisions? Listen to the newest podcast episode with Sergio Fabbrini.
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Vegard Skirbekk ranked as one of the world's leading academics Jan. 19, 2026
Outstanding research quality, frequent and important publications, and significant influence are key descriptors of demographer and economist Vegard Skirbekk. He is ranked as one of the world’s leading academics by ScholarGPS, an international platform for academic analysis.
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FRIPRO funding to Martin?Blomhoff?Holm for research on housing access and birth rates Dec. 18, 2025
Martin?Blomhoff?Holm receives NOK?12?million to investigate whether the availability of housing can explain the falling birth rates.
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Receives FRIPRO funding to study sleep's role in motor development Dec. 16, 2025
Liisa Raud gets 2 million kroner from the Reaserch Council of Norway to elaborate a cutting edge idea on the role of sleep in toddlers motor development.
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Hungary: How judges are kept in line Dec. 12, 2025
The Hungarian justice system seems independent of party politics on paper. Reality is different. How does the regime manage to keep thousands of judges under control?
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Conference on Gender, Peace and Security: Resistance and Resilience Dec. 11, 2025
Looking at questions like "How do we understand Agency and Reform in promoting Women’s empowerment in peacebuilding?" and "What are the challenges of women’s participation in local peace processes?" the ERC-project ResilienceBuilding, brought together scholars and practitioners for a 3-day conference with an interactive discussion format.
