What determines whether birds migrate or stay?
Some European shags migrate for the winter. Others stay. What factors cause such variation within the same species?
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The negative effect of emotion in climate action
New research reveals that the emotions of anger, hope and compassion, might have less of an effect on pro-environmental behaviour than previously thought
The hunt for unknown life in New York City
The globe is full of unknown species. But is it really possible to find a completely new animal species in the middle of the largest city in the United States?
Why we should expect cyberattacks during major events
When Norway’s attention turns to Oslo for the King’s funeral on Wednesday, it creates a vulnerable moment in the digital sphere that hostile actors may seek to exploit. NTNU professor Basel Katt advises people to be alert.
“King Harald fulfilled his role exceptionally well”
Norway is an old monarchy with a long tradition of continuity. According to history professor Erik Opsahl, the country’s status as a kingdom is central to Norwegian identity and national self-understanding.
AI helping doctors to detect intestinal disease
Innovative collaboration between Gjøvik Hospital and NTNU research can speed up diagnosis, save healthcare systems unnecessary costs, and ease patient discomfort.
How to limit the after-effects of a disappointing summer
Have you had a summer with lots of grey skies and little sunshine? Are you returning to work without feeling as though you’ve had a proper break? Here are some tips that could make your autumn a little better.
Migraine research: AI finds patterns throughout the body
AI can trawl vast amounts of health data which is not specifically related to migraines, but which can be used to identify people predisposed to the condition.
Why do we care when famous figures die?
How can the death of a stranger affect us? And why do we care so much about King Harald?
Digital pets can benefit health
A Norwegian-developed mobile game could motivate people to take more steps each day.
Does heavy social media use damage your family’s relationship?
No, apparently not. New research from NTNU found no evidence that heavy social media use leads to poorer family relationships.
Strümke: Seriously, what’s wrong with us?
When Meta glasses can turn individuals into surveillance robots that film and identify unsuspecting individuals, consumer power is not enough.
Can artificial intelligence help save nature?
AI and eight million digitized old plant specimens reveal how the climate is changing nature in large parts of the world.
Pregnancy increases immune burden on women with arthritis and lupus
New research shows how the immune system actually behaves throughout pregnancy – cell by cell. In women with lupus, the immunological differences also persist after birth.
The Iliad – an extremely violent text – now in modern Norwegian
A story about honour, war and death – and a cornerstone of Western literature. A new Norwegian adaptation of the famous epic The Iliad is about to be published.
The Brain’s Searchlight
Grid cells were supposed to tell the brain only where it was. Now it turns out they also point towards where it wants to go.
Robots improved student motivation and helped them perform better
When Pepper the social robot was given the chance to try its hand as a teaching assistant, it showed that it can be even better than a human teacher at motivating pupils and helping them learn.
Why municipalities need to conduct more cybersecurity exercises
A cyberattack on local government authorities can result in disruption to critical services such as healthcare, water supply, schools and social services.
Why making lighter and better batteries takes time
Chinese car manufacturers aren’t the only ones trying to develop new types of batteries. New materials are being tested in Norwegian laboratories to make batteries lighter, cheaper and more environmentally friendly.
Young people’s attitudes toward democracy are formed outside of school
The backgrounds of 14-year-olds in Norway have a significant impact on their attitudes and knowledge regarding democracy and citizenship.
Apprentices in private, independent companies face disadvantages
Apprentices in private, independent companies are more likely to fail their final exams, change contracts and not complete their training than apprentices who have contracts through a training agency.
Elderly people living at home have less control, not more
Elderly Norwegians are encouraged to stay in their homes where they can receive home care services. The idea is that living at home will give them the most control over their everyday lives. Research suggests the opposite is true.
AI Is Not Displacing Young Job Seekers – Yet
Is artificial intelligence displacing young workers at the start of their careers? So far, the answer appears to be no. But that could change in the future.
So you thought antiferroelectric materials were always non-polar? Think again!
What exactly are antiferroelectric materials, and what does it mean that they can also be polar? The answers may open up new possibilities in technology.