“Most of the children in the class thought of a woman when imagining someone who does science.” 09/02/2026
Experiences of UB women researchers visiting schools to mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Children and adolescents affected by juvenile fibromyalgia are more sensitive to non-painful sensory stimuli 06/02/2026
New studies reveal that this hypersensitivity is a characteristic condition of the disease and is closely linked to symptom severity and brain responses in young people suffering from chronic pain.
Climate change advances the start of the reproductive cycle of the Mediterranean gorgonian 05/02/2026
Warm spring temperatures are arriving earlier and earlier due to climate change, bringing forward the breeding season of a marine species that is crucial to the structure and biodiversity of coral reefs.
A digital serious game improves the mathematical performance of children with dyscalculia 03/02/2026
- NeurekaNUM is the first method developed in Spanish and Catalan with scientific evidence for the detection and early intervention of this disorder
The UB community raises more than €7,500 to support the people in Gaza through UNRWA 03/02/2026
The solidarity campaign exceeds its initial goal and reaffirms the UB’s commitment to the defence of human rights.
Cooperation between cities improves rental assistance coverage for the most vulnerable households 03/02/2026
A study using data from Catalonia shows that collaboration between local councils and regional councils significantly increases the coverage of rental assistance, while having no significant effect on guaranteed citizen income.
Being more of a morning person or an evening person can influence your health and muscle strength 30/01/2026
A study analyses the existing scientific evidence on the relationship between the biological clock, habits and muscle maintenance, especially in the context of obesity and ageing.
The University of Barcelona promotes academic mobility through the SICUE programme for the 2026–2027 academic year 30/01/2026
The call, open from 30 January to 13 February, allows students to complete part of their studies at universities within Spain, with guaranteed academic recognition.