K2 is a clinical and translational research unit which carries out both clinical and laboratory-based research.
The departments research structure constitutes of research groups, specialized research centres and core facilities. Our researchers collaborate closely with hospitals in Western Norway and colleagues at leading medical universities in Europe and beyond.
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Research
Successful collaborations in 2024 reflected in over 400 published scientific papers with a significant portion in high-impact journals. Our researchers also engage with the public through various media channels, including TV, newspapers and social media.
The department relies heavily on external funding; we receive grants from both from Norwegian and international sources.
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Teaching
K2 teaches medical doctors, master鈥檚 degree programs, and offers PhD education within medicine and pharmacy (approximately 140 enrolled PhD students). K2 is responsible for 45 courses within the professional programmes in medicine and pharmacy, odontology, dental hygienist, and nutrition, as well as master courses in immunology and vaccinology. K2 staff teach in the decentralised medical doctor education in Western Norway (Vestlandslegen), where part of the education takes place at hospitals in Stavanger, Haugesund and F酶rde.听
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Our activities cover the following medical specialities:
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- Cardiology
- Endocrinology/Endocrine Surgery
- Geriatrics
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- Gynaecology/Obstetrics
- Haematology
- Immunology
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- Infectious Medicine/Microbiology
- Medical Biochemistry
- Medical Genetics
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- Oncology
- Paediatrics
- Pharmacy/Pharmacology
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- Respiratory Medicine
- Rheumatology
- Thorax/Cardiovascular Surgery
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Find
Bergen Postgraduate School of Clinical Medical Reserch
The Bergen Postgraduate School of Clinical Medical Research arrange network meetings and PhD courses for all interested PhD-candidates. Participation in the activities offered by the reserach school is both social and educational.
Click here for more information.
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Bergen Research School in Inflammataion
Bergen Research School in Inflammation offers several interesting courses in inflammation and immunology for master students and PhD-candidates.
Click here for more information.
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