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Debunking renewable energy myths

‘Old, familiar myths are easier to tell and easier to grasp than are new ideas’, says Indra Øverland. But that doesn’t mean they are correct, according to this NUPI researcher, who has examined four assumptions about renewable energy and geopolitics.

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Climate change threatens coffee production: This is how farmers can adapt

Norwegians love coffee, and we are no strangers to a little bit of chocolate either. But a warmer climate now threatens our preferences – and even worse – the livelihood of thousands of farmers in Central America.

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

Parents of premature babies want more information

Parents with children in the neonatal intensive care unit want more information, supervision and advice to meet their children’s needs, according to results from a new PhD dissertation.

An article produced and financed by Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences

Musicians tend to have Type B personality

Does the circadian rhythm of musicians differ from the circadian rhythm of other people? This is one of the questions for which several psychologists at Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences sought answers.

An article produced and financed by NIKU - Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research

Scientists stumble upon an unknown grave in Svalbard

But the grave and the story behind it is already disappearing in the fjord.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

More e-health can be life-changing for families and society

The growth of e-health solutions is not just changing relationships between patients and healthcare workers, but also family and gender structures. More light must be shed on the societal consequences, say social scientists.

This article was produced and financed by NIBIO - Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research

Development may reduce heatwave impact

Global warming of 1.5 or 2°C will lead to more intense and frequent extreme heatwave events, a new study suggests. Better socio-economic development can help reduce their impact on society in low development countries.

This article was produced and financed by Oslo Metropolitan University

Minority girls in need of a more uniform child welfare system

Do the Norwegian child welfare service succeed in helping young girls from minority backgrounds who experience strong social control and violence at home? Researchers found that measures should be taken to ensure greater knowledge of and trust in the service, aimed at young people.

An article from University of Oslo

Norwegian researchers find new treatment for prostate cancer

A new treatment that strongly inhibits the development of prostate cancer has been found by an international research group led by the University of Oslo. The treatment can also enhance the effect of medicines already used against prostate cancer in the clinic today.

An article from NIVA - Norwegian Institute for Water Research

Improved fauna at the soft bottom in Skagerrak

Reductions of nutrients have led to a greater species richness at the seafloor in the Skagerrak after 1990. But warmer winter temperatures and increased river runoff might be the new challenges for the animal life at the soft bottom.

This article was produced and financed by University of Stavanger

Norwegian lake holds several thousand year-old secret

People have wandered in the mountains of Gjesdal in the western part of Norway since time immemorial. Archaeologists have discovered a new addition to the site-complex from the Stone Age at the lake Stora Myrvatnet.

An article financed and produced by University of Agder

Regional business sectors need to be more varied

Regions with a varied business sector are better prepared for growth and innovation, concludes a new doctoral thesis from the School of Business and Law at the University of Agder.

This article was produced and financed by The Fram Centre

Warmer winters in Svalbard are not good for plants

The far north is becoming greener. Yet, in part of the Arctic, on Svalbard, we are uncertain about what is happening. Climate change has led to warmer summers, but the winters are also having a negative influence on vegetation.

An article from NIVA - Norwegian Institute for Water Research

Quest to solve global water plant mystery

Mass development of water plants in river and lakes causes headache for researchers and water managers all over the world. New research aims to reveal the causes of the explosive development and identify ecosystem effects of removing the water plants.

This article was produced and financed by University of Bergen

The youngest smoke more

An increasing number of children under 15 years old have started to smoke during the last 40 years in Europe.

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

What does sheep grazing do to the mountains?

Livestock grazing affects the landscape. What effects does it have on the vegetation?

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

Bigger people will need more food

Food demand is growing as people get bigger. Feeding a population of 9 billion in 2050 will require much more food than previously calculated.

An article from Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)

New report will assess how humans evaluate nature

The new intergovernmental assessment will try to understand how humans value nature and the impact of these views on biodiversity and ecosystems.

This article was produced and financed by University of Bergen

Trans-Arctic shipping and the tragedy of the polar ice cap

The Arctic sea ice is melting. Areas that previously have been covered with ice are opening up, facilitating increased access for ship traffic in the Arctic Ocean. How can the need for preservation of the vulnerable Arctic environment meet the world's need for trade and transport?

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

Helping older adults become physically active

How can we entice more seniors to get up and out of their easy chairs? The Generation 100 study has combed through 70,000 exercise logs to find some answers.

An article from NIVA - Norwegian Institute for Water Research

Restriction on pollution helps: Infertile snails have recovered along the Norwegian coast

For 27 years, NIVA has monitored TBT and reproductive disorder – so called imposex – in dogwhelk along the Norwegian coastline.

This article was produced and financed by University of Bergen

Making sense of Big Data

UiB researcher Saket Saurabh embarks on a new ERC funded project, aiming to revolutionise how we handle, utilise and compress Big Data.

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

Mum's habits determine their children’s weight

A mother's weight influences that of their kids, but Dad’s choices appear to be less influential.

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at NTNU

Norwegian trees can power our jets

As much as 20 per cent of jet fuel burned in Norway in 2030 could be biofuel made from the country’s forest residues. This alone could cut greenhouse gas emissions from Norway’s aviation sector by 17 per cent.

An article from Norwegian SciTech News at SINTEF

New hope for digital drug discovery

We can provide the industry with candidate compounds and the knowledge to take the discoveries further, says scientist.

This article was produced and financed by The Fram Centre

Declining sea ice is making the Arctic ocean warmer

Changes in the marine environment are causing shifts in ecosystems north of Svalbard.

An article from University of Oslo

Crises can lead to new opportunities

New project has analyzed the innovation activities of a group of suppliers to the upstream oil and gas industry on the Norwegian continental shelf during the 2014 industry downturn.

This article was produced and financed by Nofima The Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries and Aquaculture Research

How to reduce plastic in the seafood industry

Norway exports salmon fillets in large quantities, the quality of which must be preserved during transportation. Nofima researchers are investigating the possibility of preserving quality and food safety while reducing the use of plastics.

This article was produced and financed by Nofima The Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries and Aquaculture Research

Norway! Keep up with vegetarian trends!

A recent analysis shows that Norway still has untapped potential when it comes to developing its own plant-based products using local ingredients.

An article from NIVA - Norwegian Institute for Water Research

The long road from Arctic science to international law

The second meeting of the Parties to the Minamata Convention on Mercury takes place this week in Switzerland. The road to the international convention took almost 15 years and is significantly influenced by Arctic research and Norwegian efforts.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Computer games could help children cope with diabetes

…but they need to be good enough that kids want to play over and over again, says the researcher behind the game.

An article from NIVA - Norwegian Institute for Water Research

Researchers use drones to photograph seaweeds: The tidal zone from a bird’s-eye view

Drones are the future for nature mapping and monitoring. They provide 1,000 times better image resolution than satellites and one million times more data points, says Kasper Hancke, marine biologist at Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA).

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Doctors are not using summary care records as intended

Most Norwegian doctors do not use the Norwegian summary care record to find critical information, such as allergies. Instead, they use the journal to search for the patient's medicines.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Diabetes patients want more information about research

Research shows that diabetes patients do not just want to receive information about nutrition, but are also interested in learning about research and innovation. A new project will investigate how this can be done via social media.

An article from Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)

Developing new genomic resources for Nile tilapia fish breeding

New resources could improve breeding programs of this important aquaculture species.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Making smart technology available to children with functional disabilities

Various apps and tools can make the daily lives of children and young adults easier and more enjoyable. However, more needs to be done before municipalities can offer these solutions.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Home monitoring of COPD patients could lead to fewer hospital admissions

New technology enables patients to self-test to find out whether the disease has progressed.

This article was produced and financed by Nofima The Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries and Aquaculture Research

Smart sensor technology could mean better sausage and chips

Full temperature control leads to better sausages, and control of water content means better chips: new study.

An article from NIKU - Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research

Viking ship discovered in Norway

...along with a large number of burial mounds and longhouses in Østfold County. The new finds were detected using georadar.

This article was produced and financed by The Norwegian Veterinary Institute

How many CWD-infected animals are out there?

Norwegian scientists present new tools to improve estimates of chronic wasting diseases among wild deer.

An article from Norwegian Institute of International Affairs

Measuring the risk of radicalisation – is it really possible?

Are tools for gauging the risk of radicalisation used correctly?

An article from Norut - Northern Research Institute

Rock glaciers gain speed as permafrost thaws

The acceleration of rock glaciers in Scandinavia has been documented for the first time. It can be linked to the thawing of the permafrost in the north.

This article was produced and financed by The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences

Training can treat eating disorders

New study combines training and dietary guidance as a therapy for eating disorders. Although the use of training to treat eating disorders has been controversial, the results suggest that it could be more effective than cognitive therapy.

This article was produced and financed by The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences

A simple change of routine reduces the risk of shoulder injuries in handball

Researchers have devised a new warm-up routine to prevent shoulder injuries.

This article was produced and financed by Nofima The Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries and Aquaculture Research

Bringing fish heads and bones back to the dinner table

New project will convert residual by-products into high-quality, functional ingredients, using efficient and sustainable processing methods.

This article was produced and financed by University of Bergen

Archaeologists find the world’s oldest drawing

The hashtag-like drawing was made 73,000 years ago and depicts an ochre red cross-hatched pattern.

This article was produced and financed by Norwegian centre for E-health research

Seniors and technology: help from family members is not always the best solution

Researchers believe that seniors need a course where they can ask the ‘silly’ questions.

This article was produced and financed by Institute of Marine Research

Scientists found plastics in a whale back in 1971

A recently discovered report reveals that marine scientists found plastic in the stomach of a whale off Canada almost half a century ago. It pre-dates the famous stranding of a whale on the Norwegian island of Sotra in 2017 by 46 years.

An article from University of Oslo

New insight can lead to better breast cancer treatment

Researchers have now found out what happens when normal cells develop into breast cancer. This finding can lead to more individualized treatment: the right treatment in the right dosage for the right patient.

An article from University of Oslo

Brexit: Researchers doubt a Norwegian-style EEA solution would work for the UK

For the Norway model, with some kind of EEA-type solution to work for Britain, British politicians must be able to look beyond the traditional political divides, according to researchers.

An article from University of Oslo

Bacteria: The new superheroes

How ambitious researchers use computers to push bacteria beyond their limits.

This article was produced and financed by University of Bergen

A Digital Fishing Trip

Four Norwegian research projects develop artificial (marine) intelligence. Their results will change how you view a fish.

An article from University of Oslo

Norwegians judge feminists by their looks

A new study shows that Norwegians perceive feminist women as masculine, while they picture feminist men as feminine.

An article from University of Oslo

Young people use self-harm to share emotions

Damaging your body may be a way to control negative emotions. New research from UiO shows that young people also use self-harm to communicate and share difficult feelings, which they are unable to express in words.