Researchers from the worlds' top universities are on their way to Lund. Out of the 1,327 applicants to the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence, 45 was approved and two are coming to the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology.
Both assistant professors and visiting ones were recruited. Erik Renström, Vice Chancellor of Lund University, says in a separate interview with Sanna Trygg that this proves not only the universitys' good name, but the notoriety of the whole of Sweden. "Besides the University’s good reputation, many regard Lund and Sweden as a model example of a well-functioning democracy with strong academic freedom and an open and equal society,” he says (2026-02-02).
To the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology, we have the honour of welcoming:
Prof. Aynne Kokas specialises in Chinas' impact on global media and technology: Aynne Kokas | Lund University
Prof. Max Weiss, cultural and intellectual historian on the Middle East: Max Weiss | Lund University
Dr. Lukas J. Meier, studying brain impact of AI usage: Lukas J. Meier | Lund University
Dr Adam Koberinski, specialising in the philosophy of physics: Adam Koberinski | Lund University
Prof. Edyta Roszko, studying how humans connect and function in relation to the sea: Edyta Roszko | Lund University
Prof. Giovanni B. Bazzana, researching apocalyptic narratives in history: Giovanni B. Bazzana | Lund University
Prof. Morten Storm Overgaard, specialising in the nature of consiousness: Morten Storm Overgaard | Lund University
Prof. Shelley Boulianne, researching digital media and civil engagement: Shelley Boulianne | Lund University
To read more about the Lund University Programme for Global Excellency, see: Lund University Programme for Global Excellence 2025 | Lund University and the article Unprecedented interest in Lund University’s international recruitment | Lund University