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Culture
20-04-2026
An atlas, a Jesuit catalogue and a sermon: the stars of the new “Sponsor a Book” campaign
The aim is to raise €8,200 to restore and digitize these three works, dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, which are held at the UB’s Rare Book and Manuscript CRAI Library.
Archeology
20-04-2026
The UB’s archaeological mission in Oxyrhynchus has found Homer’s ‘Iliad’ inside a Roman-era mummy
The papyrus, placed in the mummy’s abdomen, contains a catalogue of ships. This is the first time a Greek literary text has been found in a mummy.
Internacional
20-04-2026
Conference on internationalization and the future of higher education with representatives from the European academic community
The event, organized as part of the Erasmus Staff Week, will bring together the viewpoints of university networks from Europe and other geographical regions.
Sustainability
20-04-2026
The 14th UB – Família Torres Environmental Conference examines the differing views on climate, energy and agriculture
On 30 April, experts from academia, the agricultural sector, the renewable energy sector and the environmental movement will discuss the main points of contention in green policies.
Culture
15-04-2026
The University of Barcelona, cradle of modern architecture in Catalonia
An exhibition in the Historic Building brings to light the history of the School of Architecture and its fundamental role in shaping contemporary Barcelona.
Institutional
15-04-2026
The rector of the UB takes part in the Catalunya Futura seminar
Joan Guàrdia spoke at a session on talent and competitiveness at the 12th Catalunya Futura seminar, which focused on Catalonia’s socio-demographic challenges.
Research
15-04-2026
Quality versus quantity of fat in the diet
A study examines the impact of the main dietary fatty acids on the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Institutional
14-04-2026
The 3rd Maria Sabater Videocast Competition has been launched to support student-created channels
Undergraduate, postgraduate, master’s and doctoral students can submit their entries until 15 May. The winning project will produce eight monthly episodes during the 2026-2027 academic year.