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Global map of ancient DNA research places the University of Ljubljana among the world's leading institutions
The University of Ljubljana ranks among the world's leading research institutions in terms of scientific publications on DNA recovered from ancient human skeletal remains. Particularly noteworthy are the publications of Dr. Irena Zupanič Pajnič, Senior Research Fellow and Associate Professor at the Institute of Forensic Medicine, Faculty of Medicine UL and Dr. Tamara Leskovar, Assistant Professor at the Department of Archaeology, Faculty of Arts UL.
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Selected works of art for the new Vrazov Trg Campus of the UL Faculty of Medicine
As part of the New Building of the University of Ljubljana, Vrazov Trg Campus project, seven works of art have been selected for installation in the publicly accessible interior spaces and outdoor areas of the new campus. The expert committee selected the works from among 100 competition proposals, following the criteria of artistic quality and suitability for the space.
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First application round confirms considerable interest in studying at the University of Ljubljana
By the end of the first round of applications for candidates from Slovenia and EU Member States, the University of Ljubljana’s Higher Education Enrolment and Information Service had received a total of 9,824 applications for 9,569 places for undergraduate and integrated master’s degree programmes. Of this number, 9,657 were for full-time and 167 for part-time study.
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Professor Zvezdan Pirtošek appointed United Nations Independent Expert on the human rights of older persons
Professor Zvezdan Pirtošek from the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Medicine has been appointed Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons at the United Nations Human Rights Council. He is the first Slovenian representative to be involved in Special Procedures at the council.
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EUTOPIA_HEALTH at UL: From the Biological Impact of Digital Environments to the Challenges of Addiction
On March 11, as part of the international EUTOPIA_HEALTH project, the University of Ljubljana hosted a day packed with content dedicated to the intersection of health and digitalization. Through a morning expert panel and an afternoon Science Café, the event offered a comprehensive look into the future of medicine, where technology is no longer just an external tool but a biological factor that influences our epigenome. Experts from various disciplines highlighted the path from advanced clinical solutions, such as socially intelligent robots, to the urgent need for digital market regulation to protect users’ mental health.
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Recipients of the 6th University of Ljubljana Innovation Fund announced
The evaluation committee selected six projects from among those submitted. The selected projects are distinguished by strong interdisciplinarity and address key challenges of the present day. They cover sustainable materials, biodiversity protection, medicine, energy, quality of life and the development of advanced therapeutic solutions. Through their innovations, they contribute to a more sustainable future, improved health and quality of life, and the development of advanced technologies with a direct societal impact.
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Prešeren Prizes presented to students at the University of Ljubljana
As part of University Week, the University of Ljubljana (UL) presented the Prešeren Prizes to its students. The Prešeren Prizes are awarded for outstanding student achievements in the fields of science and the arts. The guest speaker at the ceremony was Prof. Dr Igor Švab from the UL Faculty of Medicine.
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Honorary titles of Professor Emerita and Professor Emeritus awarded at the University of Ljubljana
As part of University Week, the University of Ljubljana awarded the titles of Professor Emerita and Professor Emeritus. These titles are conferred on retired teachers of the University in recognition of their significant contributions to the development of science or the arts, as well as for their dedicated teaching and mentoring work. This year, the titles were awarded to 14 retired teachers.
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Construction of the Vrazov Trg campus in its final phase: Next year, students and researchers will move into the new premises of the UL Faculty of Medicine
The construction of the new Vrazov Trg I campus of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana (UL MF), is progressing successfully and is nearing its final phase. The building – the first university project in Slovenia to receive the prestigious DGNB Gold sustainability certificate – will soon provide students and researchers with modern, energy-efficient and sustainably designed spaces for teaching, research and collaboration. This is one of the most financially ambitious projects that Slovenia will complete by 2026, supported by European funds under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
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The recipients of the highest national prizes and awards in the field of science for 2025 have been announced
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Igor Papič, and the President of the Committee of the Republic of Slovenia for the Awarding of Prizes and Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Scientific Research and Development, Prof. Dr Nataša Vaupotič, have announced this year’s recipients of the highest national prizes and awards in the field of science. The recipients include several scientists from the University of Ljubljana.
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Winners of the Dr Uroš Seljak Prizes and Commendations for 2025
The recipients of the Dr Uroš Seljak Prizes and Commendations for 2025 have been announced. These awards are presented for the best scientific publications by students in the first and second cycles of study in Slovenia. The call for applications is issued each academic year by the University of Ljubljana (UL) in cooperation with the American Slovenian Educational Foundation (ASEF).
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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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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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University Clinic Golnik becomes an associate member of the University of Ljubljana
Today, the University of Ljubljana (UL) and the University Clinic of Respiratory and Allergic Diseases Golnik signed an associate membership agreement, strengthening cooperation between higher education and healthcare institutions.
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Progress of the construction of the Triple Campus of UL MF: Completion of the construction, start of the interior works
The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Ljubljana (UL MF) is building a modern campus at Vrazov Trg, which is set to be completed mid-2026 and will meet the growing spatial needs for studies, research and professional work. Work is progressing as planned, with the interior fit-out phase and the completion of construction on the south wing currently underway.
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Dr Ana Mayer Kansky Awards bestowed for the third time at the UL
On Wednesday, 18 June 2025, the Dr Ana Mayer Kansky Awards for outstanding doctoral theses were awarded for the third time in the Assembly Hall at the Rector’s Office of the University of Ljubljana (UL). The awards were presented to Dr Matej Perovnik, Dr Faris Kočan, Dr Aleša Bricelj, Dr Duje Kodžoman, and Dr Katja Klinar. The award ceremony was held under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar.
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The Senate of the University of Ljubljana approved an increase in the number of places available at the Faculty of Medicine
At today’s regular session, the Senate of the University of Ljubljana (UL) approved the proposal from the Faculty of Medicine (UL MF) to increase the number of admission places to higher years of study for the academic year 2025/26. Twenty additional admission places will be offered for the integrated master's study programme in Medicine, and five additional places for the programme in Dental Medicine. These places are intended for citizens of the Republic of Slovenia and are subject to approval by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation.
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SpaceDent Exhibit Now Part of the Permanent Exhibition at the Noordung Center
The permanent exhibition of the Herman Potočnik Noordung Space Technology Center in Vitanje now features an exhibit from the SpaceDent research project – the first Slovenian student project conducted within the ESA Academy programme of the European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, where students successfully simulated dental procedures in microgravity during a parabolic flight.
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Associate membership agreement between the University of Ljubljana and the Institute of Oncology
An associate membership agreement between the University of Ljubljana and the Institute of Oncology, Ljubljana was signed today at the UL Rector’s Office by Gregor Majdič, Rector of the University of Ljubljana, and Zlata Štiblar Kisić, Director of the Institute of Oncology. The Institute of Oncology’s status as an associate member institution of the University of Ljubljana was approved by the Senate of the University of Ljubljana at its September sitting.
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DGNB Gold pre-certificate for the Faculty of Medicine
We are proud to report that we have been awarded the DGNB Gold pre-certificate for sustainable building, which will enable the UL Faculty of Medicine to create modern research and teaching premises. The Faculty of Medicine thus becomes the first university building and first public building in Slovenia (and in this part of Europe) to hold this certificate, and one of only five buildings in Slovenia so far to have obtained a certificate that is making a significant contribution to the development of sustainable building in this country.
