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9 October 2025
Looking into AIIn this issue we lean into a more thematic approach highlighting some of the work with AI at the Faculty. First up is Burak Tunca from Business Administration and then we recap Kulturnatten before we plunge into the first Nexus seminar. Be sure to check out the next one as well on 20 October. It is called CreAItive Futures. On the media front our researchers keep sharing their expertise on a daily basis, but a special shout out to Igor Martins from Economic History this week, who's article "Students Learn Best When They’re Not Handed a Map" featured in Harvard Business Impact. We wish you an insightful and engaging read! | What about AI, Burak?“At the moment, we have two main questions: First, what is the best way of providing access to advanced AI models and features for all our employees and students to ensure equity? And second, how can we improve efficiency and productivity at the department with agentic AI capabilities, such as task automation and virtual assistants,” says Burak Tunca. What about AI, Burak? – lusem.lu.se/internal | Kulturnatten at LUSEMFor this year’s Kulturnatten, the theme at LUSEM was AI, and we dove into the subject from three different perspectives, represented by rersearchers from Marketing, Business law and Informatics. Kulturnatten at LUSEM – lusem.lu.se | The first Nexus seminar this semesterAs artificial intelligence reshapes the retail industry, it is crucial not to lose sight of its essence. Researchers, students, and industry representatives gathered for a NEXUS seminar moderated by marketing researcher Patrik Stoopendahl at LUSEM. The first Nexus seminar – lusem.lu.se/internal | When Academia says "No" to the governmentThe Swedish government has tasked Stockholm University and the University of Gothenburg with developing a citizenship test — an assignment that has met resistance from both institutions. They argue that such a test is not based on scientific principles but is instead a political product. When Academia says "No" – lusem.lu.se | Anna Breman Appointed New Governor of the Reserve Bank of New ZealandThe School of Economics and Management at Lund University is proud to congratulate our Honorary Doctor, Anna Breman on the prestigious appointment as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. Anna Breman Appointed new Governor – lusem.lu.se | New Thesis: Three questions for Jonathan JayesJonathan Jayes is one of our PhD students in Economic History. He is preparing to defend his dissertation, but before that, we had a chance to ask him a few questions. His thesis is titled Like Moths to a Flame – An Individual-Level Approach to Technological Change in 20th Century Sweden.New Thesis – lusem.lu.se |
Debatt i Lund: Is globalization dead – and if so, should we mourn it?Debatt i Lund is an event in Swedish where the expert panelists, among others featuring Ellen Hillbom from Economic History, will discuss wether globalization is on the retreat and what that can entail for issues like prosperity, conflicts and climate. Debatt i Lund – LU Staff Pages | | fd |
External working spacesImagine being inspired by people from other industries, and letting your research or teaching blend with real-life business experiences. Now you can! LUSEM has signed agreements with The Loop in Lund and Media Evolution in Malmö – two creative hubs where our colleagues can work, connect, and grow. External working spaces – lusem.lu.se/internal | | | | | Follow LUSEM on Social media!If you're not already following LUSEM on social media, now’s the time to get updates, videos, news, and other fun content about us. Links below at the very bottom of the footer. | | | | Important messagesThe 'Messages page' is filled with important notes, events and news like: - Road construction around Lund continues – tips for alternative commuting options
- This year’s salary review is imminent
- Recruitment of the Vice-Chancellor and deputy vice-chancellor
- Lund University in the top 100 in Times Higher Education ranking
To all messages – lusem.lu.se/internal | For more staff news, information and staff calendar events: LUSEM Staff Pages For questions, suggestions, feedback etc. please contact the editor, Communications officer Peter Kjällkvist | | | Contact usLund University School of Economics and Management P.O. Box 7080 SE-220 07 Lund, Sweden +46 46-222 00 00 info@ehl.lu.se
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