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Digital Maturity of Young People in Slovenia
Young people acquire most of their digital skills from their peers, while schools often lack sufficient digital content. The two main challenges they face in the digital world are digital illiteracy—both their own and that of teachers and parents—and the need for digital disconnection. These findings come from the research project Digital Maturity of Youth, conducted by the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Faculty of Education at the University of Ljubljana.
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Slovenian universities join the UNI-SI (Festival of Slovenian Universities) project
A press conference took place at the University of Ljubljana Rector’s Office at which members of the Slovenian Rectors’ Conference presented details of the joint UNI-SI (Festival of Slovenian Universities) project. The festival, which takes place at the Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre on 16 and 17 January 2026, will be the first time that the eight largest Slovenian universities have appeared together.
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All three Slovenian public universities and the Biotech Hills institute join forces to develop the biotech and pharmaceutical ecosystem
The rectors of the universities of Ljubljana, Maribor and Primorska today signed a strategic agreement on cooperation in the pharmaceutical and biotech field with the management of the Biotech Hills institute. At the signing ceremony, which was also attended by higher education, science and innovation minister Dr Igor Papič and deputy director-general of the Directorate for Industry, Enterprise and Internationalisation at the Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport Matej Skočir, the signatories committed themselves to strengthening the Slovenian biotech and pharmaceutical ecosystem over the long term, and to encouraging suitably educated personnel to play a key role in development and competitiveness and to ensuring high added value. This event represents an important step towards integrating the research and academic spheres more closely with industry, and to securing greater strategic investments in the sector.
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The Queen of the Mountains Returns to Porezen
The Botanical Garden of the University of Ljubljana is saving a rare and endangered plant species – Eryngium alpinum, known as the Queen of the Mountains or alpine sea holly – with the help of seed banks.
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The Senate of the University of Ljubljana deliberated on further cooperation with Israeli universities and institutions
In light of the increasingly aggravated humanitarian situation in Gaza, reports of genocidal acts against the population, and serious violations of international law by the Israeli army, the Senate of the University of Ljubljana, at its correspondence session held from 13 to 18 August 2025, deliberated on further cooperation with Israeli universities and institutions, as well as support for Palestinian students.
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University of Ljubljana receives DGNB Gold pre-certificate for the new Veterinary Faculty building
The new building project of the Veterinary Faculty at the University of Ljubljana (UL VF), which will deliver state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, has been awarded the Gold pre-certificate by the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB).
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Information center for third-country nationals studying in Slovenia
A new Information center "Info tujci" has opened its doors at Tržaška cesta 21 in Ljubljana, which is aimed for third-country nationals who are studying, working and living in Slovenia.
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Generative Artificial Intelligence Has Surpassed Smartphones and the Internet in Speed of Adoption
The number of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) users in Slovenia is rapidly increasing. In one year, the number has doubled. Most users utilize ChatGPT, and usage is becoming increasingly frequent. More than half of the population uses GenAI weekly, and nearly a quarter use it daily. Despite growing usage, Slovenia still lags behind the most developed countries.
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80 years of the complete UL MF: A milestone for the independent study of medicine and dental medicine in Slovenia
On 31 July 2025, the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Ljubljana (UL MF) celebrates 80 years since its full establishment. This was a key moment in the history of UL MF, as Slovenia was, for the first time, able to educate doctors and dentists entirely at home, gaining professional independence in the field of medicine.
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UL FS Develops Multi-Robot System for Lunar Surface Exploration
Researchers at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ljubljana, have developed an intelligent multi-robot system that could be used in the future for exploring the lunar surface. The system was successfully tested at the LUNA facility in Germany, which simulates lunar surface conditions.
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The University of Ljubljana on the initiative to stop funding Israeli academic institutions
The University of Ljubljana (UL) closely monitors developments in the international arena and supports all efforts aimed at ending the suffering of civilians and promoting peace, human dignity and fundamental human rights. As the largest and most diverse higher education and research institution in Slovenia, the UL recognises the important role and responsibility of the academic community in society.
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Half of the homeless people in Ljubljana have been without a home for more than five years
Homelessness in Slovenia is not being adequately addressed. This is evident from data showing that nearly half of homeless individuals have been without a home for over five years. The main reasons for homelessness are family issues and financial hardship.
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ViroiDoc MSCA DN Open Call for PhD candidates in Italy
The international call for PhD candidates is part of the activities of the ViroiDoc project - Advanced Research on Viroid Pathogenesis and Control for Sustainable Agriculture, coordinated by the University of Ljubljana with the support of the European Union's Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network. The deadline for applications is 5 September 2025.
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UL and MOL consolidating cooperation for a sustainable, creative and inclusive future of the city
The University of Ljubljana (UL) and the City of Ljubljana (MOL) continue to actively implement the long-term cooperation agreement signed in January 2023, grounded in a shared vision of Ljubljana as a city of knowledge, creativity and sustainable development. As part of the 2025 action plan, collaboration between the two institutions is deepening further through a range of joint initiatives that connect the academic community, municipal services and the residents of Ljubljana.
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Government provides funding for the new UL FFA building and the UL MF Vrazov Trg campus with new source of funding
At its session on 10 July 2025, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia approved the inclusion of the new building for the Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Ljubljana (UL FFA) in the Development Programmes Plan 2025–2028. The project is valued at EUR 133 million. At the same time, the Government also approved a new source of funding, amounting to EUR 17.6 million, for the Vrazov Trg campus of the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Medicine (UL MF).
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UL Biotechnical Faculty establishes two centres for science and sustainable development
On 19 May 2025, the Biotechnical Faculty at the University of Ljubljana (UL BF) established two new specialised units: the One Health – Environment Centre and the Centre for Circular Bioeconomy. Their purpose is to strategically integrate knowledge and address key societal challenges.
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Climate Change Threatens the Future of Bananas
The cultivation of the world’s most popular fruit – bananas – is under threat from climate change, particularly due to tropical cyclones. Plantations in Southeast Asia and the Caribbean will be most affected, where production will face significantly greater risks – in the Caribbean, almost 50% more. This is revealed by an international study that included participation from the Biotechnical Faculty of the University of Ljubljana.
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University of Ljubljana Senate confirms new Vice-Rector for the 2025–2029 term
At its regular session on 17 June 2025, the Senate of the University of Ljubljana confirmed Prof. Dr Janez Vogrinc, from the Faculty of Education (UL PEF), as Vice-Rector of the University of Ljubljana for the 2025–2029 term. Prof. Dr Vogrinc will assume office on 1 October 2025, with responsibilities primarily focused on the University’s quality system, sustainability and academic activities.
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Statement by the management of the University of Ljubljana on participation in European projects and remarks by the UN Special Rapporteur
The University of Ljubljana is following the situation in Gaza and the suffering of the population with great concern. As an academic institution founded on respect for human rights, we are firmly committed to strict adherence to international law. We express our deep sympathy for all those affected by the violence and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
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EUTOPIA Week at the University of Warwick: Celebrating the global university community
The EUTOPIA partner universities convened at the University of Warwick under the guiding theme “Creating Global Connections”. The event aimed to foster closer collaboration, interdisciplinary dialogue and reflection on how to create cross-border networking opportunities for students, academics and staff across EUTOPIA universities
