SCI Priorities for 2026: Operational Plan PublishedI
am pleased to share SCI’s Verksamhetsplan 2026. A plan is not a goal in itself, its value is whether it helps us focus, coordinate, and follow through. SCI is a
large and diverse school, with world-leading research environments, ambitious
educational programmes, and a community that spans many disciplines and
backgrounds. In that setting, clarity matters: we need shared priorities that
help us make good choices, and we need a common language for how we evaluate
progress over the year. Read the blog post | | | Svante Linusson, Gunilla Öhlundh Sandström and Wouter van der Wijngaart | Elections to the University Board, results
The election to the University Board is now completed. The voter turnout was 31,06 per cent. The President of KTH has confirmed the election result. Svante Linusson, Wouter van der Wijngaart and Gunilla Ölundh Sandström have been elected by the teachers for the period 1 May 2026–31 April 2029.
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Sofia Ritzén, Dean of Faculty and Oscar Tjernberg, Director of Third-Cycle Education at SCI. Photo: Sabina Fabrizi
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Doctoral programmes to disappear as an organisational form
The Faculty Council proposes that the doctoral programmes at KTH be phased out and replaced with a structure based on research subjects and departments. The change is expected to take effect at the turn of the year. "The programmes no longer contribute to ensuring high-quality research education, but have instead become an administrative burden. Removing them is part of reducing unnecessary structures that serve no purpose," says KTH's Dean of Faculty Sofia Ritzén.
Two years ago, the School of Engineering Sciences (SCI) underwent a restructuring process in which the school's doctoral programmes were merged into four, divided according to departments. According to Oscar Tjernberg, Director of Third-Cycle Education at SCI, the decision was based on quality assessments and programme reviews.
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| | | Josefin Larsson receives Göran Gustafsson Prize in physics
Josefin Larsson, professor of astrophysics, is awarded the prize by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences (KVA) “for her pioneering research on exploding stars, which links observations to fundamental astrophysical theories.” The Göran Gustafsson Prize is awarded to young researchers who are among the leading scientists in their fields. Each of this year’s laureates receives SEK 8.1 million – including a personal award of SEK 300,000 and SEK 7.8 million in research funding. “The grant is fantastic, as it means we can continue our research and take advantage of the opportunities that are opening up with all the new data coming in right now,” Larsson says in a statement to KVA.
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| Urine tests to give women control over their hormones
PMS? Menopause symptoms? Deal with it! For photonics professor Carlota Canalias Gomez, that attitude became the starting point for an unexpected research direction. Today, she is helping to develop a urine test designed to make hormone levels measurable in everyday life and bring new understanding to a long-neglected field, with the potential to reduce gender disparities in healthcare.
Hormones influence almost every aspect of our lives, from energy and mood to fertility and menopause. Yet women’s hormonal health remains one of the least studied areas of medicine.
“In the past, the topic wasn’t even on the map. If you had PMS, you were told to deal with it – preferably in silence. The same applies to menopause, where the ‘solution’ might be to bring a change of clothes to work to cope with hot flashes," says Carlota. Read the article | | | Ozan Öktem, Photo: Jelina Khoo | The Mathematician Driving the Future of Stroke Care
Professor Ozan Öktem develops advanced mathematical and AI‑based methods that can make medical image diagnostics both faster and more reliable. With a career spanning academia, industry, and several leading international universities, he has built an extensive and multifaceted track record in mathematical imaging and AI‑driven medical diagnostics. “I have taken risks and not always chosen the safe path, but it was necessary for me to follow my curiosity,” Öktem says. That drive has led to a new research grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation’s prestigious Proof of Concept program, providing an opportunity to transform his results into technologies that can make a real difference in healthcare. Read the article |
Smyan Sondur and David Sato, Photo: Jelina Khoo | They develop AI systems for clinical information challenges
The two KTH students Smyan Sondur and David Sato, have been accepted into the KTH Innovation one year program with their startup idea OptiMed AI, a solution designed to help healthcare professionals navigate and understand large volumes of medical data. When modern language models became available, they saw the potential, especially in healthcare, where information flows are massive and complexity is high. With backgrounds in medical engineering, engineering mechanics, computer science, and economics, the duo combines technical expertise with a strong drive to create societal impact. Read the article | Tokyo skyline, Photo: Unsplash | | International
Internship Program in Informatics at NII in Tokyo
As a
doctoral student at KTH, you have the opportunity to be a guest researcher at
the leading institute for informatics in Japan with funding to cover the living
costs. This call is open for applications until 25 March at 10.00 am.
Learn
more and apply | | | |
Unite!
Seed Fund – Apply for Funding
Have a collaborative project but lack funding? The Seed Fund supports new collaborations in Teaching & Learning, Research & PhD, and Student Activities across the Unite! alliance. Deadline: 20 March 2026. Learn more and apply Unite! Research School for Doctoral Students KTH offers up to 20 Erasmus+ travel grants for the Unite! Research School at Politecnico di Torino, 11–15 May 2026. Registration is free and includes accommodation and meals. Sign up by 15 March | | | Fika chat on external review of educational programme | How can external reviews of other universities' educational programmes strengthen the quality and relevance of KTH's programmes? Martin Viklund and Anna Jerbrant share their experiences and explain why they would welcome external reviewers to their courses and programmes. Join live podcast #75 on 18 March at 14.00 (!) | | | | |
Suggest discussion topics for the Storträffen Meetup May 19
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Mini Workshop with E-learningJoin this short 30 minute workshop at
12.15 - 12.45
with E-learning to learn more how to get started working with AI. | | | | | | New feature in KTH Import Exams: automatic search and import of scanned examsStarting 2 March, it will be easier for teachers to import scanned exams into Canvas. A new feature in Import Exams automatically finds and imports exams that have been scanned after the first run for up to 30 days. If there are new exams, you can see it in the exam room in Canvas and the feature will also notify you of the new exams at 9.00 the next day.
Read about the new feature | | | Do you know anyone who wants to study at KTH? An open house at KTH Campus will be held on Sunday, 22 March, at 13:00–15:00, and is aimed at prospective students who wants to learn more about education and
student life at KTH.
Visitors can meet students, programme coordinators and study counsellors, take campus tours and obtain information about studying at KTH. Visitors can also take a look inside student labs around the campus. THS will showcase aspects of student life by presenting student associations in Nymble.
Open House at Campus Flemingsberg is held on 25 March, at 13:00–15:00.
The Open House at KTH Campus (Swedish)
Open House at KTH Flemingsberg (Swedish) | | | | Vernissage: Kårspexet Kristina – From Synopsis to Premiere
Welcome to the opening of a new exhibition at KTH Library together with Kårspexet. How is a spex actually created? The exhibition takes you through the entire process – step by step.
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Equinox
at the Reactor Hall
Celebrate
the spring equinox with NAVET in the Reactor Hall! Expect installations,
performances and concerts at the intersection of art and technology.
| | | | | | ”Audience Choise” with Brahms violin concert
Welcome to a concert with KTH's Academic Orchestra and Sigurd Jørgensen Eide, soloist. The evening's programme includes classical masterpieces side by side with beloved tunes from film and stage.
Time: 2026-04-26 15.00 - 17.00 Location: Kungasalen KMH, Valhallavägen 105
Read more | | | | | | CodeRefinery WorkshopThis workshop aims to support researchers in all fields, at all levels, and working with any programming language, to write more reproducible research code. Welcome to join the CodeRefinery workshop and the local practice group at the KTH Library. CodeRefinery Workshop 17–19 and 24–26 March | | | | Public defences of doctoral theses, licenciate seminars and docent lectures
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Learning restructures for the future
New mandates, a new organisation, and new collaborations with the schools will strengthen KTH’s capabilities in
higher education pedagogy, digital learning, global competence and teacher training. Head of Department Arnold Pears outlines three integrated areas of strength and an organisational model that secures future funding.
Learning in Engineering Sciences restructures for the future
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Campus Flemingsberg, Photo: Fredrik Persson
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Great potential for KTH in Flemingsberg
As a melting pot of knowledge, people and universities, KTH's Flemingsberg campus has great potential as a strategically important part of the university.This is one of the key findings of the report, 'KTH's current and future activities in Flemingsberg', which was commissioned by the President of KTH.
Flemingsberg campus with great potential for the future
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Nominate
for the KTH Innovation Award!
Nomination
for the KTH Innovation Award is open! This prize and 500,000 Swedish
crowns is awarded to someone who has dared to take on big challenges
and works tirelessly to shape a better future. Is this you or someone you know
with a connection to KTH?
Nominate by
13 May
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Project
Manager's Report in a new format
If you are a project manager in research or education, you have previously received your financial report as a PDF via email. In the next few days, you will be able to access your Project Manager's Report directly in Power BI, and no further emails will be sent. The report will be refined during the year. For the best information, all your projects need to have a budget for their entire life cycle.
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Correct
Personal Information in KTH’s IT Systems
KTH is
now adapting to the way Swedish authorities manage personal data. This means
that KTH employees’ first and last names, as well as home addresses, will
correspond with the information registered at the Swedish Tax Agency
(Skatteverket). Employees who are affected by changes to their first or last
name will receive an email informing them that their information in KTH-HR
differs from the information registered with the Swedish Tax Agency.
Correct Personnel Data in KTH’s IT
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