There are big differences in who drops out of sport. Young people who continue with organised physical activity tend to be happier in school and have fewer health issues.
Norwegian municipalities know too little about how to be good employers for teachers and school leaders. A new study from the University of Agder reveals significant gaps in the research on municipalities' role as local school authorities.
UiA researcher calls for clearer sleep guidance to be included in postnatal care.
Norwegian horticulturists have been using pesticides for decades. A new doctoral study shows that many of them had mixed feelings about the poisons they used.
The EUPRIO award-nominated campaign will be repeated at the University of Agder (UiA) in 2025, with the university also sharing materials with other institutions aiming to combat sexual harassment.
When jobs are pitted against nature conservation, local communities can become divided. But some arguments struggle to be heard.
"It is widely agreed in research that students learn a great deal from writing together," says Jon Olav Sørhaug.
The failure rate decreased from 21 per cent to 11 per cent after students were given the responsibility of teaching engineering students mathematics.
The debate about screens in schools should focus less on screen time – and more on what truly enhances learning, say UiA experts.
UiA aims to contribute to Norway taking a leading role in innovation and education within esports. Two major events will be held at Campus Grimstad in May.
Overwhelming, demanding – yet a rewarding experience? A new study points to several measures that can make the first practice placement for student nurses safer and more educational.
When technology makes doctors more accessible, it can lead to lower quality for patients and increased pressure on already stressed doctors, says Magnus Wanderås.
Researchers from the University of Agder found surprisingly many traces of tick-borne diseases in horses. The findings may also say something about the risk of infection for humans.
Children and young people learn more about biological diversity when they gain their own experiences observing nature, according to UiA researcher Anne Lien.
Children's home languages have a clear impact on how Norwegian children learn English, according to a new study.
But some of the results were in stark contrast to what the researchers expected.
Mechatronics Innovation Lab Ltd (MIL) and I4Health Ltd have merged. This strategic move aims to meet the upcoming need for test facilities in the development of health technology.
Researchers will investigate the long-term effects of New Patterns, an initiative operational in 16 Norwegian municipalities. The funding comes from the Living Conditions Programme for Agder.
Watches and other activity trackers give you loads of data about how exercise affects your body. Here are five tips to avoid technology causing more harm than good.
Funding from the Aust-Agder Development and Competence Fund is enabling the establishment of Norway's first university nursing home.
CreaTeME Creative Synergies 2025 brings together leading experts, students and professionals from across Europe to explore how music education can meet new challenges.
Many of us are anxious about the future, not to mention the present. We've asked the experts for advice on how to cope with uncertainty.
Students have voiced their opinions through the 2024 national student survey, Studiebarometeret.
The University of Agder has received approval to establish a professional psychology programme. Now, the region must work together to secure the funding.
Singing brings joy and a sense of community. Research shows that we need it, yet singing is losing its place in our daily lives.
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