Summer reading from Jönköping University

If the summer days feel slow and you want to learn something new, we've gathered some current and exciting research from Jönköping University. So lie back in your hammock and read!

Good health but many risk factors among ambulance personnel

A new dissertation from Jönköping University shows that ambulance personnel are often exposed to high physical and psychosocial demands, yet they report high self-rated health and work ability. However, the study identifies several risk factors for cardiovascular diseases, such as high BMI and high blood pressure.

Fewer newspaper owners lead to higher news quality

Consolidation of media ownership in recent years has affected news quality for the better. This is according to a new study conducted at Jönköping International Business School (JIBS) at Jönköping University (JU).

“Our results challenge the view that the concentration of the media sector only harms news quality,” says Mart Ots, Associate Professor at JIBS.

AI helps improve road safety in cities

AI can greatly contribute to increased road safety in cities and help municipalities make informed decisions that improve safety and comfort for vulnerable road users. This is the conclusion reached by researchers from the School of Engineering (JTH) at Jönköping University in a collaboration with Jönköping Municipality and the technology company Viscando.

Can police create safety on and through Instagram?

The Swedish police often use social media to disseminate information but rarely communicate with their followers. The public often struggles to understand the purpose of the police's online presence. At the same time, the potential for increased visibility and educational posts, which can strengthen trust in the police, is highlighted. This is shown by research at Jönköping University (JU).

Sustainability and preparedness: the key to food security

There is a growing need to integrate sustainability and preparedness to secure the Swedish food supply. This is according to a new research report from Jönköping University (JU) and several other universities. The research points out that these areas are often handled separately, which risks leading to ineffective solutions for major societal challenges.

The right successor ensures business survival

The sudden death of a CEO or owner can cause chaos and financial instability in small and medium-sized enterprises, which often lack robust succession plans. Successors with a long tenure and deep familiarity with the company are the most effective in ensuring recovery, regardless of family ties. Non-family successors cope better with short-term problems, while family successors perform better in the long term. This is according to a study from Jönköping International Business School (JIBS) at Jönköping University (JU).

Website interfaces risk excluding the elderly

Citizens are often directed to websites such as 1177.se, the pensions authority and various municipal sites when contacting authorities. A new study from the School of Education and Communication (HLK) at Jönköping University (JU) shows that the interfaces on these sites contain important information but that they also risk excluding digitally untrained people, such as the oldest citizens.

Can making music improve the quality of life for people with dementia?

Music has a unique ability to create community and well-being. Now, a new research project, with researchers from Jönköping University (JU), is investigating how a music programme, Music in Mind, can contribute to improved quality of life for people with dementia. Through improvised music making, participants can experience meaningful moments without the need for using their memory or for performance.