The University of Gothenburg meets societal challenges with diverse knowledge. 37,000 students and 6,000 employees make the University a large and inspiring place to work and study, with a continuous flow of new knowledge and ideas. Strong research and attractive study programmes draw scientists and students from all around the world. The University of Gothenburg works actively for sustainable development. The University of Gothenburg is at the forefront of European marine research. Members of the faculty of science are not only engaged in a number of marine research projects, for example changes in the marine environment and biological diversity, they are also coordinating several international collaborations linked to marine environments. One-quarter of the research and third-cycle studies at the faculty concern marine issues.