Research
HVL develops new knowledge that contributes to solving challenges in society in a sustainable perspective. The research activities take place in a regional, national and international research community, and students and partners are involved.
Areas of focus in our research
Research at faculties and research centers
- Research at Faculty of Health and Social SciencesThe research at the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences is linked to various topics that reflect the research activity here and now, and which mark the focus area and research area we want to develop.
- Research at Faculty of Education, Arts and SportsAt FLKI, research contributes to new knowledge within professional, cultural, national and international challenges in society.
- Research at Faculty of Technology, Environmental and Social SciencesResearch at FTMS focuses on innovative and sustainable solutions within social development, nature and the environment, security, technology and management.
- KINDknow - Kindergarten Knowledge Centre for Systemic Research on Diversity and Sustainable FuturesKINDknow is a research centre investigating knowledge about kindergartens.
- Centre for Care Research, westCentre for Care Research at HVL seek to develop and improve health and care services by strengthening practice-oriented research and research dissemination.
- Centre for safety at seaMarCATCH is a maritime research center focusing on maritime safety, and an arena for interaction that helps to solve the need for expertise in the green transition in maritime industry.