Research News

Mikhail Leonidovich Gromov Awarded The Abel Prize

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:34:22 GMT

The Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters awarded the Abel Prize for 2009 to Mikhail Leonidovich Gromov, on march 26.

T-Rex of the sea discovered in Norway: Documentary on History Channel

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:34:59 GMT

New scientific research reveals that Predator X, fossils of which was excavated on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, Norway, was approximately 50ft long, weighed in at 45 tons and packed an amazing 33,000lb bite. Dubbed 'Predator X', the marine reptile is a new species of pliosaur, an apex predator that patrolled the Jurassic oceans 147 million years ago.

New era for polar research

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:32:34 GMT

After two years of intensive data collection, Norwegian and international scientists are now turning from fieldwork in polar regions to meticulous analysis. The end result will be more, and better, answers to questions related to climate change.

Northern Lights: A Message from the Sun

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:55 GMT

Solar physicist Paal Brekke, senior adviser at the Norwegian Space Center in Oslo delivers a multimedia presentation, including film clips on the myths and modern science behind the northern lights on February 5. The lecture is part of the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program.

Norwegian scientist heads cancer research at WHO

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:28:05 GMT

Lars Erik Hanssen was recently named the chair of WHO's cancer research agency's governing council. Hanssen aims to strengthen international cancer research, and will rely on the UN's legitimacy, access to large numerical databases and a focus on general health to guide his work.

President Bush honors U.S. Kavli Prize recipients

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:41 GMT

President George W. Bush and his Science Advisor, Dr. John Marburger honored the first U.S. recipients of the Kavli Prize in an Oval Office reception on November 12.

Inaugural Kavli Prizes presented by Norway’s Crown Prince

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:40 GMT

The Kavli Prizes for outstanding research in the areas of astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience were awarded to seven scientists from three continents during a ceremony in Oslo Concert Hall.

Seven pioneering scientists receive the Kavli Prize 2008

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:26:34 GMT

The pioneering scientists who have transformed human knowledge in the fields of nanoscience, neuroscience and astrophysics have become the first recipients of the million-dollar Kavli prizes.

The Bone Reconstructor

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:28:13 GMT

Dr. Mikko Larsen is looking for a successful method to transplant live bone in patients who need reconstruction of large bone defects.

Norwegian Biotech: Powered by Curious Minds and Entrepreneurial Spirit

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:09 GMT

Norway offers an environment where biotech can prosper. In its ambitions for biotechnology, the country is building on firm foundations given its sciencebase, its high level of GDP, and the country’s long tradition of international collaboration, both with Nordic neighbors, and further afield.

Nordic Green '08

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:39 GMT

This two-and-a-half-day executive event features CEO presentations, green tech exhibitions, and high-level debates on the most promising emerging green technologies and new entrepreneurial opportunities. It takes place in the heart of Silicon Valley, California, April 21-22.

Holberg Seminar at New York University.

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:06 GMT

To honor the laureate of the Holberg Prize for 2007, New York University will host a seminar on April 10 focusing on the concepts central to the work of Ronald Dworkin, who will provide comment on each presentation.

Norwegian "jungle tractor" receives World Bank award

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:31 GMT

The Norwegian tractor "Getting There" will shortly assist rural people in developing countries with access to markets and small-scale agricultural production. The World Bank has awarded the Norwegian developers USD 150 000 to test the vehicle as a tool for long-term development.

Seeds on ice in Svalbard

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:28:16 GMT

The world’s seeds are being frozen inside a mountain in the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. On Tuesday 26 February, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault was officially opened.

Conserving the Seeds of the World

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:26:11 GMT

On February 26, the Global Crop Diversity Trust seed vault at Svalbard will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg. Crop seeds from the entire world will be put into frozen storage for the future – 364 feet below the mountainside permafrost.

Monitoring the environment from the poles

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:26:27 GMT

Norway has established satellite stations to monitor global climate change from the poles. The stations in the Arctic and Antarctic will provide information on changes in the global climate more quickly than previous systems.

Budget input for 2009: Research Council proposes three major priority areas

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:32 GMT

The Research Council has identified three fields of research in need of special attention. These are described in the document Strategic Priorities for 2009, recently completed by the Research Council.

The Kavli Prize Begins Call for Nominations and Announces Prize Committees

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:25:34 GMT

International prize honors scientists for outstanding research in astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience

Norway's new Research Minister: Counteracting the stagnation in research funding

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:26:25 GMT

Tora Aasland has taken over the helm of Norwegian research - and inherited her predecessor's much-criticised budget proposal for 2008 as well as a sector full of angry, frustrated researchers. Nevertheless, Norway's new Minister of Research feels it's a dream job.

The International Polar Year 2007-08

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:27:15 GMT

The Polar Regions are more than deserted, breathtaking icescapes and polar bears. They are becoming a hotbed of research as fifty thousand researchers from more than 60 countries gear up for action during the International Polar Year (IPY), which officially started in March, 2007. Norwegians are represented in half of the IPY projects, making Norway one of the largest contributors to this global research initiative.