Hi, , here are seven things you should not miss this week at ITM.
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| Cali Nuur, Head of the Department of Industrial
Economics and Management (INDEK). Photo: Jon Lindhe |
How INDEK built its new divisions
From 1 October, INDEK moves to three new divisions,
shaped together with staff since last autumn. Head of department Cali Nuur
explains how the process worked, and what the change means for research,
teaching and the next APT.
New organisation at INDEK from 1 October
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Research in a rapidly changing landscape
Research is undergoing profound change. In his blog post, Mats
Magnusson reflects on the growing influence of AI, challenges facing scientific
publishing, and why academia may be approaching a pivotal moment of
transformation.
Read Mats Magnusson's blog post | | | |
Update from the school management
Read the status report for quarter two and find out what the school management group has been up to. Don't miss the deep dives into education, working environment, and research and research education. ITM status report Q2 2026 | |
Filip Strand and Fredrik Asplund explore moisture |
Is there moss in the ITM lunch boxes from now on?
What exactly were Filip and Fredrik doing in the forest? Collecting moss, measuring its moisture, and investigating whether a tiny spark could turn a dry patch of forest floor into a full-blown forest fire?
It may look like ordinary moss... | | | | | |
Students from Stockholm and Japan together |
Japanese students at House of Science
QR codes, holograms and cultural exchange were in focus when 20 students from the Institute of Science in Tokyo met upper secondary school students at the House of Science (Vetenskapens Hus).
Japanese students at House of Science | | |
In the media
Arnold
Pears: AI should support learning, not replace it In
an interview with the Portuguese newspaper Público, KTH professor and
Head of Department Arnold Pears discusses how AI is changing education. Rather
than banning AI in schools and universities, he argues that students need to
learn how to use it critically and responsibly. Pears warns that relying on AI
for answers can create a false sense of competence, while thoughtful use of the
technology can strengthen learning and better prepare students for the future. Martin Törngren:
Vägen mot bilen som kör sig själv | EFN.se
Jonas Anund Vogel:
Beredskapsveckan: Tvättstugan kan bli husets livlina – Fastighetstidningen
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Public
defences and docent lectures | | | Makerspaces: crucial step towards a future-oriented engineering education
KTH are establishing maker spaces alongside lecture theatres and specialised laboratories.
“Engineering degree programmes have become increasingly theoretical, while the AI revolution is simultaneously driving the need for change in our programmes", says Anders Söderholm, President of KTH. "With makerspaces we can prepare students for working life even better by ensuring that theory and practice go hand in hand." Makerspaces unite theory and practice | | |
KTH and Tom Tits inspire interest in science and technology
Tom Tits Experiment has long experience of making science and technology accessible through hands-on experiences. Now, KTH and Tom Tits are joining forces to give more young people and other visitors a chance to explore research, technology and maths.
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Nominate for the Gender Equality and Diversity Award 2026
Do you have a colleague who, during this year, has contributed to promoting the work environment, education or research from a gender equality and/or diversity point of view, with the aim of further developing KTH as an organization? About the prize and how to nominate | | |
Time to nominate honorary doctors
KTH appoints honorary doctors every year to individuals who have made significant contributions and to promote the continued development of KTH. As an employee, you can submit nominations up to and including 18 October 2026. About the criteria and the nomination form
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Referral work on energy market report
The Swedish Energy Markets Inspectorate’s report Increased Predictability and Precision for Connection and Transmission Charges is circulated for referral, and KTH is one of the referral bodies invited to submit a response. EECS is tasked with coordinating KTH’s referral response and is looking for experts.
Read more and join a workshop on 1 October
Coordinate KTH’s strategic partnership in health and technologyRead more about the role and apply by 5 October | | |
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Gender equality, diversity, and equal conditions (JML) are important in KTH’s development.
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Learn to integrate JML for your students
Are you a teacher, programme director or course coordinator and wonder how to integrate JML in your course or programme? Join a workshop on the themes Objectives or Learning activities in Nov and Dec. But first, learn more how to link JML to your course or programme subject: Swedish: 5 October, 13:00–16:00 English: 16 October, 09.00-12.00 | |
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Maxi-studios to develop KTH’s teaching
The KTH Library now features a newly refurbished Maxi Studio, which complements the existing studios on Brinellvägen and at KTH Flemingsberg. The development is part of the ‘Future Education’ transformation programme. Read the news med user stories
| | | | | Fika chat with the Ambassador of Japan What partnerships does KTH have with Japan, and what opportunities do these offer KTH’s students and staff? Ahead of the next KTH Japan Day, you can draw inspiration from last year’s event, attended by Marcus Lithander. Marcus also secured an exclusive interview with Ambassador of Japan, Hideaki Mizukoshi. Watch Fika chat #85, 7 October at 15:00
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UKÄ assessment panel. Photo: Jon Lindhe | |
UKÄ assessment panel visited KTHOn 15 and 16 September, the Swedish Higher Education Authority (UKÄ) carried out an on-site visit to KTH as part of its review of higher education institutions’ quality assurance systems for research and education. The assessment panel interviewed representatives from KTH’s management, research and education, as well as the university administration. Read more | | | |
Workshop and lunch webinar from E-learning | | |
Share and explore
sustainable energy research
Doctoral students and researchers are invited to explore the latest advances in sustainable energy and share their own research with the community. Participation is free of charge.
Learn more and
register by 15 October | | | | Building a European
Digital Campus
How
can universities build a shared digital campus across Europe? Join Unite!
experts on 13 October as they share lessons learned from developing cross-border digital
infrastructure for teaching and learning.
Learn
more and register | | | |
Collaborative
international teaching in practice
Explore
practical approaches to COILs and BIPs and exchange experiences with colleagues
across Unite! Join the workshop at KTH on 13 October.
Learn more and register
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Language and culture tandem speed dating event
A short speed dating activity that connects colleagues from the partner universities for an online exchange of languages and cultures. Mingle, learn more about the tandem and find out how to take
part:
KTH Entré, 14 October, 12:45-14:00 Learn more about Unite! Tandem | | | | | |
Call: Funding for affiliation in health, medicine and technologyIs your research connected to Region Stockholm’s activities? Do you also have a contact at Region Stockholm? Take the opportunity to become affiliated with one of Region Stockholm’s organisations. Read more and apply by 22 October (Swe) | | | Zotero – reference management in LaTeX, Word, Jupyter Notebooks and moreWelcome to KTH Library's webinar on Zotero. Zotero will help you manage your references and citations and it also integrates well with many word-processors.
Wednesday 30 September at 11:00–12:00 | | | | | | Screening and reviewing literature with Rayyan
When processing large search results for a literature review, screening tools can aid and improve your workflow. In this webinar, KTH Library will show you how to get started with Rayyan. Friday 2 October at 11:30–12:00
| | | | | | KTH events during Nobel Calling Stockholm
When the Nobel Prizes are announced, Stockholm becomes a meeting place for knowledge, discovery and big ideas. From October 5 to 12, Nobel Calling Stockholm invites the public to explore the research shaping our society, our everyday lives and our future.
| 17:00 - 18:00 Does AI make us stupid?
Researchers from KTH, the Stockholm School of Economics, Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University come together to discuss how AI affects human abilities and skills, as well as the implications it may have for individuals and society. | | | | | |
Lunchconcert with Kongl. TeknologkörenBring your lunch and enjoy choral music performed by Kongl. Teknologkören, conducted by Pär Olofsson. 14 October, 12:10–12:50, Ångdomen Read more | | |
KTH researchers meet school pupils at ForskarFredagOn 25 September, ForskarFredag takes place in Stockholm. KTH Professor Nicole Kringos is this year’s keynote speaker and will give a lecture to around 250 pupils. KTH’s Teacher of the Year, Paris Carbone, will also take part.
KTH researchers Kathlén Kohn, Antonio Capezza and Ilka Jahn will also meet pupils in smaller groups for conversations about research and the path to new knowledge.
More about ForskarFredag | | |
Visit KTH during Open House Stockholm
On 2–3 October, KTH will take part in Open House Stockholm, a free festival celebrating architecture and urban development. KTH will open the Architecture School building and R1 to visitors and offer guided tours of the campus. It is a great opportunity to rediscover KTH and explore some of the unique environments on campus. Read more and see the programme | | | | Next newsletterSubmit your tips by Tuesday at 13.00, the same week.
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