Save the date:
SCI Faculty Celebration Evening We’re
bringing the SCI faculty community together for an evening of celebration on 22
January 2026 in R1
(Reaktorhallen).
We’ll welcome our new
faculty colleagues, congratulate
recent promotions,
and take time to be together across departments in a relaxed setting. As Dean, I want
to say this plainly: we are a school. I’m very proud
of what we’ve achieved - and of the faculty who make
it possible every
day. I hope that this evening makes our shared sense
of community visible:
colleagues meeting colleagues, ideas crossing boundaries, and the feeling that
we move forward together. R1
is a one-of-a-kind venue with deep historical significance at KTH. If you
haven’t visited before, this is the perfect occasion; if you have, you know the
atmosphere adds something special to a night like this.To help shape
the programme, we’re forming a small party committee of faculty
members. If you’re interested in contributing, please speak
with your Head of Department. For now, please mark
your calendar for the evening of 22 January.
A formal invitation with practical details (timings, RSVP, and the short
programme) will follow later this term.
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Jens Bardarson appointed new Head of the Department of PhysicsStarting January 1, 2026, Professor Jens Bardarson will take on the role of Head of the Department of Physics at KTH. The appointment runs until December 31, 2029, with the possibility of a four-year extension. Jens Bardarson will assume leadership at a time of exciting developments within the field of physics, including national initiatives in quantum technology and nuclear power.
Interview with Jens Bardarson
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Highlights from the SCI Faculty Board meeting – 25 September 2025
At the latest Faculty Board meeting, members discussed education updates, quality assurance, and the financial outlook.
Programme and course decisions. The Board approved updates to the course portfolio for HT2026 and VT2027: new courses in technical photography, biophysics and discrete mathematics, along with the consolidation or replacement of several mathematics courses.
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Strengthening quality work. Preparations continue for the external peer review in HT2026, including comparison with practices at other universities. The Board reviewed findings from this year’s course follow-up, noting overall good quality but low response rates and uneven use of Canvas. A draft quality report was also presented, highlighting trends such as doctoral throughput; the Board will provide feedback before it is finalised for the President’s autumn dialogues.
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Financial outlook. The T2 follow-up shows lower operating and other costs than budgeted; the school now expects to end the year around break-even rather than the planned deficit. An updated file will be circulated.
Read the full protocol (in Swedish) | | | | Professor Fredrik Lundell. |
Fredrik Lundell appointed to the Swedish Research Council’s Committee for Engineering SciencesFredrik Lundell, Professor of Experimental Fluid Mechanics and Head of the Department of Engineering Mechanics, has been appointed as a member of the Swedish Research Council’s Committee for Engineering Sciences.
The committee oversees new engineering initiatives from the Government’s research bill, including excellence clusters for breakthrough technologies. It coordinates with the current subject council, develops ways to collaborate across sectors and disciplines, and monitors developments in engineering sciences.
Read more at the Swedish Research Council's website
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Q&A on "card and code" at KTH
KTH is currently implementing a multi-year initiative to improve safety on campus and reduce unauthorised access to our premises. You can read more about what this change means for you as an employee on the questions and answers page. The content is updated continuously.
To the Q&A | | | |
Professor
Pär Olsson. Photo: Jon Lindhe |
KTH initiative paves the way for new nuclear energy lab
One of KTH's strategic research initiatives has paid off in the form of substantial research grants from the Swedish Energy Agency. Two projects have secured the entire SEK 50 million grant – and a bit more. “KTH has scored big in the Swedish Energy Agency’s call for proposals. I believe we can rely on our strength in our various fields and the fact that we have put together two very convincing applications,” says Pär Olsson, Professor of Physics and Nuclear Materials and Head of the Department of Physics at KTH.
Read more | | | | Professor Mats Danielsson. |
IVA Gold Medal 2025 to Mats Danielsson
Mats Danielsson, professor of medical imaging physics, has been awarded the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) Gold Medal for his pioneering work in sensor and spectral CT technology that advances early tumor detection and has made a major impact on healthcare and industry.
The official citation reads:
“Professor Mats Danielsson is awarded IVA’s Gold Medal for his pioneering work on highly sensitive sensors. His research has led to important medical technology innovations and commercial success through startups. These technical advances have enabled early detection of tumors. Mats Danielsson’s commitment, curiosity and determination have resulted in major scientific achievements and have inspired many young researchers and doctoral students.” Congratulations!
Read more at IVA's website (in Swedish) | | | | Professor Katia Gallo at the NQCIS hub. |
Quantum communication securing Europe’s future networksAt KTH, technology for quantum communication is being developed that can strengthen Europe’s and Sweden’s digital sovereignty and cybersecurity against future threats. Under the leadership of Professor Katia Gallo, a Swedish infrastructure is being built to connect with other quantum communication networks across the EU.
"Quantum communication is about building resilience, guaranteeing cybersecurity, strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, and fostering knowledge exchange with other nations, "says Gallo.
Read more | | | Subscribe to KTH Research Support Office Newsletter It provides information about open calls from both national and international funding agencies, workshops and events organized by KTH, as well as scholarships and grants. E-mail tatsis@kth.se to subscribe. | | | Fika Chat on AI and learning in higher education | How can AI be integrated into education in an ethical and
sustainable way that truly enhances student learning and supports
teachers’ work? Meet Olga Viberg, newly appointed Cluster Coordinator in
the Future Education programme. Links to Fika Chat podcast #66
| | | | To do: KTH launches new plagiarism detection tool On 31 October, Ouriginal will be shut down and replaced by a new plagiarism detection tool, Inspera Originality. In connection with the closure of Ouriginal, it is important that you do the following: - Save reports from Ouriginal. After 31 October, you will no longer be able to access them.
- Select Inspera Originality for assignments in Canvas. When Ouriginal disappears, you as a teacher will need to actively go in and select Inspera Originality in the settings for your current and future assignments.
News article: Switching from Ouriginal to Inspera Originality
Support: Plagiarism review using Inspera Originality
Information about lunch seminars, workshops, and drop-ins can be found in E-learning's calendar | | | Vernissage: Students Aiming for the Stars – Rocketry Engineering with ÆSIRWelcome to the vernissage of a new exhibition with Association of Engineering Students in Rocketry showcasing their most ambitious project yet, the Mjollnir rocket.
Read more | | | | InspireTalks – talks on innovation and gender equality
Learn more from InspireLab’s series of lectures organized under KTH’s gender theme October 21 November 27. There are many interesting speakers, both from KTH and external speakers. Find out more | | | | | Open walking tours
New at Campus Valhallavägen, or need to refresh your knowledge of KTH’s art, architecture and history? Three open guided tours are scheduled this fall. No more than 25 persons per tour so hurry to secure your spot.
Check out the dates
| | | | | Academic Freedom and Democratic Regression: Examples from Southeast Asia
Eva Hansson, Stockholm Center for Global Asia, shows examples of how restrictions on academic freedom can undermine democracy. (In Swedish) Thu 2025-11-06, 12.10–13.00, Salongen, KTH Library Read more | | | | Women Shape Science: WOP @ KTH LibraryDenna minikonferens visar upp forskning utförd av kvinnliga doktorander och postdocs på KTH. Ons 2025-11-05, 13.00 - 16.00
Läs mer | | | | KTH's high performance racecar Want to learn more about the KTH students designing and building the self driving fully electric race car that competes every summer in Europes' largest engineering competition? KTH Formula Student invites you to an IEEE seminar about the project followed with mingle over drinks and pizza! November 4th, 17:00 at Teknikringen 33 (in the kitchen). Sign up! | | | | Public defences of doctoral theses, licenciate seminars and docent lectures
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Help shape the image of KTH ahead of our 200th anniversary In 2027 KTH will turn 200 years – a chance to celebrate our history and look to the future. In preparation for the anniversary, we want to gain a clearer understanding of how KTH is perceived, to help us develop our communication going forward. During October, we will be conducting surveys both internally and externally. These surveys are part of our efforts to create communication that reflects KTH’s vision and goals, and will help us shine even brighter in 2027. Your response as a KTH employee is an important part of this work. Thank you for your contribution!
The survey takes approximately 5 minutes to complete, and you can choose to respond in either Swedish or English.
All responses are anonymous and will be treated confidentially.
Link to the survey You can also access the survey from the intranet homepage.
| | | In a shifting world, Europe looks to Asia
President Anders Söderholm reflects on Europe’s growing turn toward Asia after visits to China, South Korea and Japan. He highlights both the expanding opportunities for collaboration and the need for awareness of the shifting geopolitical landscape.
Read the blog post | | | | Nominate for the President’s Gender Equality and Diversity Award The award is given to an employee who, during the year, has made significant efforts to promote these issues. It is now time to nominate candidates for this year’s award! The deadline for nominations is November 1.
Where to nominate | | | | Personal webpages are being discontinued The service people.kth.se will be terminated on January 19, 2026. This means that publishing material on these pages will cease, but the content will remain in the home directory where it was created. About the unpublishing of personal web pages | | | | Offices at
the University administration to be adapted for flexible seatingIn early November, the refurbishment will begin on the University administration’s offices at Brinellvägen 8. The aim is to create more functional areas that support flexible seating and more efficient use of space. Read more | | | | Next newsletter
Submit your tips by Tuesday, 4 November at 13.00 | | | | |
