Research work is one of the cornerstones in the operations of the University of Akureyri
Mapping Memories explores the preservation of Arctic cultural heritage in the face of climate change.
SustainME explores the sustainable use of Arctic marine environments and the wellbeing of Arctic communities.
CANDLES is a three-year international research project on sustainable educational leadership in rural, dispersed Nordic and Arctic communities.
APEL–WB is an Erasmus+ capacity-building project that aims to strengthen the recognition and accreditation of prior experiential learning in higher education across the Western Balkans, improving access to education and lifelong learning opportunities.
The University of Akureyri Research Centre is an independent unit within the University of Akureyri.
The Institute of Health Science Research (HHA) is a joint forum for the employees of Akureyri Hospital (SAk) and the University of Akureyri (UNAK).
The Icelandic Tourism Research Centre is operated by the University of Akureyri, University of Iceland, Hólar University College, Icelandic Travel Industry Association and Icelandic Tourist Board.
The purpose of the Research Centre Against Violence is to strengthen research and increase knowledge of the manifestations of violence, its consequences and ways to eliminate it.
The Fisheries Science Centre of the University of Akureyri (SHA) is under the School of Business and Science at the University. The Fisheries Science Centre is intended to strengthen ties between the University and industry.
A number of academics work at the University of Akureyri and pursue diverse research projects. Here, you can search for academics by field of specialty:
Learn more about the work and life of our scientists in a series of interviews:
