Our research

Research at the Institute of Medicine spans major areas, from molecules and cells to individuals and society. We conduct research in major common diseases, including cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, obesity and rheumatism. Other important areas are community medicine and public health.

Our research areas

Our research is divided into several research areas. Visit each page for more information about the research groups and projects connected to each area.

Research areas

Research areas in Community medicine and public health

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Meet our researchers

Research story/portrait

She studies life after weight loss surgery

Nearly one percent of Sweden’s population has undergone weight loss surgery. Karin Mossberg is leading a major study…

Research story/portrait

He seeks new ways to treat rheumatoid arthritis

New medicines have revolutionised the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, yet some patients still fail to achieve sufficient…

Research story/portrait

She explores the deep sea of the gut

We know that a fibre-rich diet appears to protect against cardiovascular disease, but we don’t know why. Karolina Sjöberg…

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Research networks

The Network in Epidemiology and Nutrition (NEON) (External link)

Research environments

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