Researcher's night highlights societal challenges
Meet researchers from Jönköping University on 24–25 September to discuss some of society’s greatest challenges: health and wellbeing, and security and preparedness. How can we create a safer, healthier and more sustainable society?
Please note: The programme will be conducted in Swedish.
Jönköping University Library
Over two days, Jönköping University invites the public to a series of inspiring talks where researchers share new knowledge and the latest research findings. The programme is organised around two themes. Thursday, 24 September focuses on threats, crises and preparedness, while Friday, 25 September centres on health and wellbeing throughout life. Together, the talks demonstrate how research can help us understand, prevent and manage the challenges facing society.
Thursday, 24 September, 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm – JMW Hall, University Library
From terrorist threats to crisis preparedness: how do we tackle the greatest challenges of our time?
Marco Nilsson, Professor of Global Studies, in conversation with Emilia Björn, Adviser at the Centre for Preventing Violent Extremism.
Joakim Netz, Assistant Professor in Work Organisation, in conversation with a guest speaker.
Friday, 25 September, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm – JMW Hall, University Library
Research and knowledge to prevent illness and improve health
Meet doctoral researchers from the School of Health and Welfare as they share how their research can help prevent ill health, strengthen quality of life and contribute to more sustainable societies. The theme of the day aligns with Region Jönköping County’s development strategy, “Knowledge as Prevention in Relation to Health, Wellbeing and Social Sustainability” (2026–2035).
European Researcher's Night
Researcher's Night creates opportunities for researchers and the public to meet, highlights the importance of research in everyday life and society, and showcases research as a possible career path. The fourth Friday of September has been designated as Researchers’ Night by the European Commission. Across Europe, hundreds of activities are organised to demonstrate how exciting and enjoyable research can be. In Sweden, the event is known as Research Friday (ForskarFredag), and despite its name, activities take place throughout the entire week.
