Research

The University of Gothenburg conducts research across a wide range of fields – from society and education to health, natural sciences, information technology, and culture. Research is characterised by cross-disciplinary collaboration and contributes to both societal and sustainable development.

In focus: AI and language

AI learns language, interprets arguments and is increasingly used in everyday life. Here we bring together research on how language technology works, and how people’s interaction with intelligent systems shapes both the technology and its use.

AI learns languages in a similar way to humans

New methods for analysing the linguistic capabilities of AI

The rapid development of large language models, such as ChatGPT and similar systems, in recent years has transformed…

Laughter reveals how we use AI at home

Voice assistants such as Alexa are often marketed as smart tools that streamline everyday life. But once the technology…

Research areas

To make it easier to find research, we have grouped research at the University of Gothenburg into different areas. Choose an area to learn more about ongoing research, meet our researchers, or explore podcasts.

Sustainability and the environment

At the University of Gothenburg, research in sustainability and the environment is conducted from multiple perspectives…

Health and medicine

At the University of Gothenburg, research in health and medicine is conducted from multiple perspectives. The research…

Culture and languages

At the University of Gothenburg, research in culture, language and communication is conducted from multiple perspectives…

Science and IT

At the University of Gothenburg, research in natural sciences and information technology is conducted from multiple…

Society and economics

At the University of Gothenburg, research in society and economy is conducted from multiple perspectives. This research…

Education and learning

At the University of Gothenburg, research in education and learning is conducted from multiple perspectives. This research…

Explore research at the University of Gothenburg

Here you will find different ways to explore research at the University of Gothenburg – whether you want to search for research, learn more about excellent research, or read about the University’s strategic research areas.