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Critical animal studies (CAS) Critical animal studies (CAS) is a growing interest among students and scholars, reflected in the increasing number of CAS-related courses appearing internationally, as well as a significant expansion in research interests within the field.
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-networks - 2026-09-03
How do people from different backgrounds interact with, make sense of, and use digital media in everyday life? Whose voices are amplified or silenced in digital storytelling, and what are the implications for inclusion and equity? How does digital media shape understandings and practices of cultural or political citizenship, and what role do digital platforms play in reinforcing or challenging soc
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-areas/audiences-diversity-and-digital-media-cultures - 2026-09-03
We live in an era of crisis—a contemporary society where we perceive and experience increased uncertainty, critical transformation and threats to the social order. Within this research theme we focus on communicative aspects of crises and resilience. At the core are the concepts of crisis, which originally comes from the Greek krisis meaning a turning point or critical moment (actually both good a
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-areas/crisis-communication-and-social-resilience - 2026-09-03
The Organisational Communication, Leadership, and Branding research theme studies the complex and mutual interplay between communication and organising processes. It focuses on strategic communication within the public and private sectors and processes such as leadership and branding. Contemporary societal challenges, such as sustainability, digitalisation, and resilience, are examined to understa
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-areas/organisational-communication-leadership-and-branding - 2026-09-03
How do media and communication shape politics, governance, and the future of democracy? Answering this question requires investigating the interplay between politicians, journalists, and citizens—as well as the ever-evolving media landscapes that connect them. Democracy is more than parliaments and polls. It is also an ideal woven through words, images, actions, and silences. As technology, cultur
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-areas/political-communication-media-and-democracy - 2026-09-03
in Strategic Communication The programme is focused on public relations, organizational communication and marketing communication. The Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication and Digital Media further emphasizes the digital media providing courses in e.g. web design and content management.Theoretical and applied features of strategic communication are integrated throughout the programmes, w
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/education/educational-programmes-strategic-communication/bachelors-programme - 2026-09-03
The security, intelligence, and psychological defence theme covers research on the role of communication within broad questions relating to national security and foreign interference. On the one hand, this covers themes such as information warfare, disinformation, and cognitive security. On the other, it covers methods for computational analysis, open-source intelligence, and for supporting resili
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/research-areas/security-intelligence-and-psychological-defence - 2026-09-03
Laman Magsudlu MSc in Strategic Communication, AzerbaijanParticipating in the Career Programme is a truly valuable experience. During our visit to Nederman, one phrase particularly resonated with me: 'We value people, not titles.' I think, it perfectly captured the essence of Swedish corporate culture. The in-depth presentations and open Q&A sessions gave us a clear understanding of how companies
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/what-do-our-students-think-about-career-programme - 2026-09-03
in Strategic Communication Strategic Communication is the study of various forms of targeted information and communication processes between organisations, society and specific stakeholders, agents or target groups. We educate future communications officers, marketing communication managers, PR consultants, communication strategists and project managers. Every year, we offer a varied range of free
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/education/educational-programmes-strategic-communication/freestandning-courses - 2026-09-03
16 October 2026 08:30 to 17:00 | The Lund University Critical Animal Studies Institute (LUCASI) is pleased to announce the Nordic-Baltic Symposium on Animal Studies: Present Challenges and Future Endeavours, which will take place on 16 October 2026 in Lund, Sweden. Bringing together researchers, practitioners and activists from across the region, the symposium will explore current legal and politi
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/nordic-baltic-symposium-animal-studies-convene-lund-university - 2026-09-03
As a PhD student in Media and Communication Studies at the Department of Communication, you will be part of a creative and international research environment, exchanging ideas with academics from around the world. We foster an open and dynamic academic culture, offering regular seminar series, workshops, and conferences. Our researchers engage in pioneering interdisciplinary projects that explore
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/research/doctoral-studies - 2026-09-03
10 November 2026 14:00 to 16:00 | Seminar IKO Research Seminar: Nadia Kanedva, Professor, University of Denver, Visiting professor, the Department of Communication, Lund University.Title: TBA About the eventLocation:TBAContact:cecilia [dot] cassinger [at] iko [dot] lu [dot] se Save the event to your calendar
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/iko-research-seminar-nadia-kaneva-professor-university-denver - 2026-09-03
8 October 2026 08:30 to 16:00 | Journalism and trustworthy news are essential to democratic societies, especially in a time shaped by disinformation, polarisation, climate change, political unrest, war, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. As journalism faces multiple and overlapping challenges – urgent questions emerge about its future role, responsibilities, and possibilities. Join us
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/shaping-future-journalism-challenges-innovations-and-resilience - 2026-09-03
5 November 2026 08:45 to 22 November 2026 16:00 | Workshop This doctoral workshop brings together PhD candidates and early career scholars for an interactive program centered on theorizing, theory development and publishing. Led by Professor Joep Cornelissen, Professor of Corporate Communication and Management, the day offers participants the opportunity to engage in conversations on theorizing an
11 September 2026 13:00 to 15:00 | Thesis defence Title: Brands beyond boundaries; Understanding the transgressive nature of contemporary brandsFaculty opponent: Professor Justine Grønbæk Pors, Department of Business, Humanities and Law, Copenhagen Business SchoolContact: Åsa Thelander About the eventLocation:Hörsalen, Socialhögskolan, Allhelgona Kyrkogata 8, Lund Contact:asa [dot] thelander [a
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/phd-defence-media-and-communication-studies-kristijan-petkoski - 2026-09-03
6 October 2026 13:00 to 15:00 | Seminar Faculty opponents:Monika Müller Jesper Falkheimer About the eventLocation:Allhelgonaskolan 119Contact:mats [dot] heide [at] iko [dot] lu [dot] se Save the event to your calendar
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/phd-mid-seminar-alessandra-sossini - 2026-09-03
24 September 2026 15:15 to 17:00 | Seminar Sound and Listening in Troubled Times How do sound and listening shape public life in times of crisis? This collaborative seminar brings together perspectives from media history, sound studies and media and communication studies to explore the role of listening under conditions of uncertainty.Kate Lacey (University of Sussex), visiting professor at the So
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/seminar-visiting-professor-kate-lacey - 2026-09-03
11 September 2026 13:00 | Thesis defence Kristijan Petkoski has written a thesis entitled: Brands beyond boundaries: Understanding the transgressive nature of contemporary brandsExternal reviewer: Professor Justine Grønbæk Pors, Copenhagen Business SchoolMore information about the thesis is available in the Lund University Research Portal About the eventLocation:Gamla Köket, Sh128, Allhelgona kyr
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/phd-defence-media-and-communication-studies-kristijan-petkoski-0 - 2026-09-03
8 September 2026 13:15 to 14:30 | Seminar Abstract:Crisis management and internal crisis communication research has traditionally emphasized centralized authority, often concentrated within a crisis management team (CMT). This reflects the Threat Rigidity Thesis, which argues that organizations respond to threats by restricting information and control. More recent scholars, however, question this
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/research-seminar-maja-esing-phd-aarhus-university - 2026-09-03
22 September 2026 13:15 to 14:30 | Seminar Profile: https://iksz.fsv.cuni.cz/en/contacts/institute-members/83657214Abstract:The Centre for Strategic Communication was established in 2023 at the Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism, Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University. It conducts applied and primary research across four thematic areas: science communication, health communic
https://www.iko.lu.se/en/calendar/research-seminar-denisa-hejlova - 2026-09-03
