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Research

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World’s oldest arrow poison – 60,000-year-old traces reveal early advanced hunting techniques

Researchers have identified traces of plant poison from the South African plant gifbol on Stone Age arrowheads.

World’s oldest arrow poison – 60,000-year-old traces reveal early advanced hunting techniques
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With European strength behind, healthcare will be improved

Well Care is a research project where partners from five countries work together to improve support for long-term care workers.

With European strength behind, healthcare will be improved

Education

Students at campus, Linneaus University Växjö Sweden

Preparing for your stay

Moving to another country, even for a short period of time, requires a great deal of preparation and planning ahead.

Preparing for your stay
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The University Library is a perfect place to study. With your swipe card, you can enter the library from 8am–10pm on weekdays.

Library
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Lecture series: How to succeed with your studies

Studying at a university can seem difficult, but we are here to help you along the way.

How to succeed with your studies

News

2 February 2026

Not just bites – how dogs injure people

Not just bites – how dogs injure people
22 January 2026

Recruitment Committee Finalized: New Vice-Chancellor Proposed for Linnaeus University

Recruitment Committee Finalized: New Vice-Chancellor Proposed for Linnaeus University
21 January 2026

100 days of innovation – students develop sustainable ideas for companies in Småland

100 days of innovation – students develop sustainable ideas for companies in Småland
8 January 2026

Aviation emissions can be halved – with measures that already exist

Aviation emissions can be halved – with measures that already exist

An international university in Småland

Students collaborating

EUniWell – collaboration for increased well-being

Eleven universities are part of the European collaboration EUniWell. The vision is to improve the well-being of both individuals and society as a whole.

EUniWell - The European University for Well-Being
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Forest Values

Linnaeus University brings together unique research and education in forestry and the forest industry.

Area of strength: Forest values
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The Core of Welfare

Read about our research and education in the area of welfare core.

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Collaborate with us

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The Bridge – a long-term partnership

The Bridge is a collaboration between Linnaeus University, IKEA and Södra, with a focus on forestry, innovation and sustainability.

The Bridge
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Contract education

Would you like to boost the competence within your organisation? We offer tailor-made courses for the specific needs of your organisation.

Contract education
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Only 6 % of all higher education business schools are accredited. We are one of them.

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2 200

About 2 200 people work at Linnaeus University. Join us!

Work with us
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We have established seven knowledge environments to meet societal challenges.

Knowledge environments
4 000

Almost 4 000 people graduate from Linnaeus University every year. Join them and take the step!

Our programmes

Work at Linnaeus University

PhD position in Economics

Vaxjo Last application date: 6/15/2026

Licentiate studentship in Mathematics

Vaxjo Last application date: 6/7/2026

Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecology with a Focus on Animal Welfare

Kalmar Last application date: 5/17/2026