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Older people have better mental well-being than 30 years ago

Depressive symptoms have decreased among older people and they are more satisfied with their lives so far than people at the same age three decades ago.

The mental health of Finnish adolescents deteriorated during the COVID-19 pandemic: the importance of health literacy and teacher support increased

A recent study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä examined the health of adolescents before and after the pandemic.

Jyväskylän yliopiston vararehtori Henrik Kunttu ja Jamkin rehtori Vesa Saarikoski allekirjoittivat kyberosaamiskeskuksen perustamissopimuksen.

Finnish Center of Expertise for Cybersecurity (FICEC) to strengthen cybersecurity expertise

The Finnish Center of Expertise for Cybersecurity of University of Jyväskylä and Jamk University of Applied Sciences strengthens the cyber know-how of the Central Finland region in particular, but also supports the Finnish cyber security brand.

Hankkeen tavoitteena on kehittää luotettavia indikaattoreita yksilön psyko-fysiologisesta voinnista. Tulevaisuudessa indikaattorien avulla voitaisiin kehittää teknologisia, digitaaliseen hoitopolkuun liitettyjä ratkaisuja, jotka parantaisivat hoidon saavutettavuutta. Kuvituskuva.

Business Finland funds research on mental wellbeing data – first steps towards more accessible services

The project, coordinated by the University of Jyväskylä, is creating a knowledge base for technology solutions that could make health services more accessible.

Marja-Leena Laakso started as the rector of the University of Jyväskylä

On 22 March 2023, the University Board of the University of Jyväskylä appointed Vice Rector Marja-Leena Laakso to take charge of the rector’s duties starting from 21 April 2023.

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Peppi Taalas appointed as the vice rector responsible for education

On 22 March 2023, the University Board of the University of Jyväskylä appointed Vice Rector Marja-Leena Laakso to take care of the rector’s duties starting from 21 April 2023.

Kuva: Suomalainen Tiedeakatemia

Marja Makarow elected as a new University Board member from outside the JYU community

In its meeting of 12 April, the University Collegium of the University of Jyväskylä elected Professor Marja Makarow as a University Board member from outside the university community for the term of office 12 April–31 December 2025.

Together towards the future: JYU alumni and interest groups gather to create ideas for the strategy refreshment process

The University’s strategy is refreshed during 2023 and the whole university community, alumni and interest groups participate in the process.

Rehtorin mitalikahveilla palkitaan kilpaurheilussa menestyneitä opiskelijoita. Kuva: Johanna Keto Photography 2022.

Rector's medal coffees

The University of Jyväskylä annually awards students who are successful in competitive sports. This year, the Rector's medal coffees will be enjoyed at Villa Rana on monday 17.4 at 3 p.m to 4 p.m.

Photo: JGU / Peter Pulkowski

FORTHEM Academy for Early Stage Researchers: boost your career and learn to succesfully apply for funding!

The FORTHEM Academy for Early Stage Researchers annually organizes a MasterClass training for early career academics to successfully apply for postdoctoral fellowships funded by the European Commission.

The University of Jyväskylä seeks a new rector

In its meeting of 5 April 2023, the University Board of the University of Jyväskylä decided on the call for applications for a new rector and the schedule of application process.

Good physical fitness does not protect children from obesity-related low-grade inflammation

The increased prevalence of childhood obesity has resulted in an increased incidence of sustained low-grade inflammation starting from childhood.