The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) is home to a range of research institutes and centers of excellence that support its multidisciplinary research and teaching. These institutes and centers focus on a variety of fields, from health sciences and environmental sustainability to education and social sciences. Some notable institutes and centers at UEF include:

1. Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition

• Focuses on public health, nutrition, and clinical medicine. Research includes topics such as chronic diseases, health promotion, and nutrition interventions.

2. Institute of Biomedicine

• Specializes in biomedical research, including areas like neuroscience, immunology, genetics, and cancer research. The institute conducts cutting-edge research in collaboration with national and international partners.

3. Environmental and Natural Resources Institute

• Focuses on environmental science and sustainability. Research areas include biodiversity, climate change, forest management, and the sustainable use of natural resources.

4. Karelia University of Applied Sciences (Karelia UAS) Collaboration Centre

• A research and development hub for collaborative projects between UEF and Karelia UAS, focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development in eastern Finland.

5. UEF Business School

• Known for its research and programs in business, economics, and management. The UEF Business School is recognized for its interdisciplinary approach and collaboration with industry partners.

6. The Centre for Research on Multilingualism

• Focuses on multilingualism, language acquisition, and cultural studies, offering interdisciplinary research on language, culture, and society, particularly in relation to migration and integration.

7. Institute of Education

• Specializes in education and educational psychology, with research on learning environments, digital education, and special education. It conducts interdisciplinary research on how to improve teaching and learning practices globally.

8. Center for Climate Change and Environmental Research

• Focuses on global challenges related to climate change, environmental sustainability, and resource management. The center conducts research on mitigating environmental impacts and promoting sustainable solutions.

9. The Institute for Social and Health Sciences

• Conducts research on social policies, public health, and welfare systems. It explores issues like social inequality, health disparities, and aging populations.

10. Joint Doctoral Programmes

• UEF collaborates with other universities and research institutions to offer joint doctoral programs in various fields, such as medicine, environmental science, law, and social sciences. These programs support interdisciplinary and international research.

11. UEF Science Park

• A collaboration hub where research, innovation, and industry intersect. UEF Science Park supports the commercialization of research and fosters innovation in various sectors, including biotechnology, sustainable energy, and digital technologies.

12. Center for Research on Aging

• Focuses on the aging population, addressing issues like age-related diseases, quality of life in older adults, and geriatric health. It works closely with healthcare providers and policy makers.

These institutes and centers help foster a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to research at UEF, contributing to the university’s reputation for tackling global challenges in health, sustainability, education, and society.