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Large Cats Face Higher Arthritis Risk Due to Body Weight Study Finds

The risk of arthritis increases with the cat's body weight, shows a new study that emphasizes the importance of keeping, above all, large cats in shape.

15,000 Liters of Urine Collected at Uppsala's Walpurgis Night

Researchers Aim to Collect 20,000 Liters of Urine for Beer Brewing

Cash-strapped students in Uppsala can contribute to research – and more beer – during Valborg. Researchers from SLU hope to collect 20,000 liters of urine to convert it into fertilizer.

Do Not Dismiss Scientific Research as Mere Opinions, Experts Warn

In the USA, science and research are being deliberately undermined by governing politicians. The same tendencies, to disregard facts and scientific findings that do not fit the policy, are also seen in Sweden, write over a thousand Swedish researchers on DN Debatt.

Sweden's Coffee Waste Problem: Millions of Cups Down the Drain

The coffee price is skyrocketing, but despite this, large quantities are being thrown away. We have a special relationship with coffee, it should always be available, says Rosa Hellman, who has researched the waste.

Invasive Fish Alters Baltic Sea Ecosystem, Study Finds

A small aggressive fish is spreading rapidly along the Baltic coast. Everywhere it establishes itself, the ecosystem is affected, a new study shows.

Animal Emergency Preparedness to be Strengthened

How should the country's cows, chickens and dogs be protected and handled in a major crisis? Experts tied to a new project are hammering out strategies.

Invasive species on the rise: Alarming

Invasive species are increasing sharply in the country according to a new survey. Many of these can cause great harm to the environment. Garden plants are among the identified risk species.