Research - Stockholm Resilience Centre

Research story | 2025-01-31

A new study raises serious questions about the moral implications of using animals in roles such as “assassins”, “snitches” and “moles” in the fight against invasive species, including their own.

Research story | 2025-01-15

Climate change is leading to rapid environmental change in the Arctic. The Iñupiat community of Wainwright in Alaska is directly affected by this change. How do they perceive and engage with this ‘new normal’ state that alters their livelihoods? This January, a research team will go on their second field trip to meet with the Wainwright community to find answers together.

Research story | 2025-01-13

Start-ups are racing to develop lab-grown alternatives to coffee, cocoa, and palm oil, aiming to reduce the environmental and social harm linked to these crops while meeting rising global demand. Yet, little is known about the full potential and consequences of these innovations, according to a new study published in Nature Food.

Research story | 2024-12-18

At UNCCD COP16, researchers from the Centre showcased important insights from the XPaths Project. Their work highlights how participatory research can be an important tool for creating solutions that address land degradation and strengthen drought resilience worldwide.

Research in short | 2024-11-28

Researchers striving for sustainability transformations must reflect on their own values—not just those of stakeholders. To create meaningful change, scientist need to embody the principles they advocate. By aligning with values like care, inclusivity, and reflexivity, researchers can strengthen collaboration, deepen impact, and better contribute to systemic change.

Research story | 2024-11-27

Within the framework of the Fairtrans research program, Sweden’s first national Citizens’ Assembly on Climate was held this spring. Now, the lessons learned are being presented in a report and at a seminar in Parliament.