By understanding and adapting the behaviour and functions of robots to meet human needs, our researchers strive to create positive interactions between people and technology in areas such as elderly care, traffic, education, and health. The goal is to help people feel safe, improve well-being, and strengthen society’s ability to face the future.

Our researchers use knowledge of human DNA, among other things, to identify diseases and improve medications. But just as DNA reveals our internal code, we also leave digital footprints. Therefore, our researchers also study how information about you is collected and used to enhance your privacy and security online. Whether you’re online or in the real world, research for your safety is ongoing here at the University of Skövde.

At the University of Skövde, we research cobots, robots that work alongside humans. Our researchers are making them safer and more efficient. Cobots can take over heavy and repetitive tasks, reducing the risk of injury for people while increasing productivity. Our researchers are working to make the technology user-friendly and ensure that cobots and humans can work smoothly together.

At the University of Skövde, we develop methods for analysing biological data from genes, proteins, and chemical changes in DNA. Our researchers identify biomarkers for, among other things, the early detection of cancer and understanding various diseases. Thanks to our research, we can achieve more accurate diagnoses of diseases, better treatment methods, and new drugs that improve people’s health, increase quality of life, and reduce healthcare costs.

By studying plants, biological systems, and processes in nature, our research contributes to improving medications, crops, and the environment. The plant is also a symbol of growth, and our researchers also explore how businesses can grow and develop sustainably by examining leadership and how companies manage their assets, including the engagement of their employees. In this way, we help businesses become better equipped for a sustainable future.

Our researchers look beyond the obvious, studying not just the technology itself but also its potential to enrich culture, learning, and entertainment. By examining our visual experiences and perspectives on technology, they create better, more inclusive, and meaningful digital experiences. By understanding the role of technology in society, we can design solutions that serve humanity.

Digital technology is neither inherently good nor evil; its function and impact depend on how we use it. Our researchers work to make the internet safer and ensure that digitalisation is sustainable. Through research on cybercrime and the development of security tools, we protect infrastructure and critical systems. In the field of health sciences, we also investigate how digital solutions can improve our daily lives, support well-being, and include everyone in a sustainable digital future.

How can we live well throughout our lives? This is what our researchers study. They investigate how digital technology can support or hinder us at different stages of life and how we can improve the interaction between care recipients and caregivers. Through research, we can create care that respects privacy and increases participation. In this way, we enhance quality of life and enable safer and more independent ageing for everyone.

Skaraborg is a central hub in a transition driven by the automotive industry, which is shifting from fossil fuels to electricity. Our researchers therefore investigate how this transition can transform industries, urban planning, the job market, and our daily lives. Through research, we can understand and anticipate the societal challenges and opportunities that arise. This knowledge equips us and the region’s stakeholders better for the future.