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Linda Söderlindh is responsible for the Introduction course for doctoral students at the ITM School.
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A solid start for ITM's doctoral students
Doctoral students at the ITM School now receive a joint introduction to life as a doctoral researcher. The course, which runs for the fifth time this autumn, strengthens both confidence and community – and gives students the courage to ask the difficult questions.
Read more about ITM's PhD course | | | Deputy Head of School Mats Magnusson
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The meaning of networking
We often try to measure our impact on the world, but in the
pursuit of citations, it’s easy to forget what may be most important with networking, writes Mats
Magnusson, Deputy Head of the ITM School. The blog post
| | | Result: The summer party's mingle masters At the summer party's "mingle bingo" contest – the guests were to talk to each other to find out who went sailing, read a crappy book or ate a lot of ice cream, for instance. And the lucky winners are: Monika Rolinska, Sonia Guehairia, Paiman Parosh, Rebecca Hansén, Carina Brunn and Patrick Borgerot. You win a KTH bag. Congratulations! | Andrew Martin, Professor at Energy Technology
| New collaboration in geothermal energy
KTH and Jordkraft Energy AB have signed a letter of intent to deepen the collaboration in geothermal electricity production, and Andrew Martin is involved: “We see potential in combining advanced systems analysis with practical component development, while engaging students in real-world energy projects.” Read more on LinkedIn | | | | | Brake wear – a hidden source of gases, Ulf Olsson reveals
As exhaust emissions from vehicles have decreased, non-exhaust emissions such as brake wear have become an increasingly important source of particulate pollution. A new study involving Ulf Olsson (Engineering Design) shows that "environment friendly" pads emit high levels of gases.
Brake wear – a hidden source of gases
| | | | | Chatbots answer students' questions onlineCan two chatbots help answer questions from international students? This is investigated by KTH's Education Office and IT department. "The chatbots can pop up on our websites, or you can click on them and ask questions", says project manager Sara Jaeger. Read more | | | | | | |
Security at KTH is being strengthened
This autumn, KTH is introducing new access and login procedures. "The changes are as much about shifting the culture and behaviour of staff and students as about introducing new technology to prevent different kinds of intrusion", Security manager Christina Boman says. Read more | | | | | | | |
School meeting on broadening recruitment
and participation |
The Faculty
Board ITM will develop an action plan for broadened recruitment and
participation, which will be ready on 14 December. A working group has been
formed to carry out the work, and at this school meeting they want to gather your
perspectives on how ITM already works — and how we can work in the
future — within the area.
Welcome to Salongen,
Osquars backe 31 on Monday 20 October, 12:15–15:00.
Lunch and
coffee are included, so please sign up. | | | | | | | |
Anna Wahl, professor i Genus, organisation och ledning på KTH.
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Om forskning och förändring – ett samtal med Anna Wahl
22 september, kl.17:00: Välkommen till ett samtal och mingel med Anna Wahl. Hon närmar sig nu pension efter över
tre decennier av banbrytande arbete inom forskning om betydelsen av genus i organisationer,
och om hur förändringsarbete kan bedrivas.
I dialog med Pia Höök och publiken kommer Anna att summera sin tid på
KTH, reflektera över dagens utmaningar och dela med sig av insikter från sin
långa karriär.
Anmäl dig här senast 14 september | | | | | | |
Welcome to ITM! Our new stars:- Arvid Johannisson, Doctoral student at the unit of Applied Thermodynamics and Refrigeration
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Ture Vedin, Research Engineer at the unit of Manufacturing & Metrology Systems.
- Hannah Timgren, Study Counsellor at ITM School's Office.
| | | | | Get technical support at conferences and eventsAre you planning a large meeting, conference or event and need technical support? KTH's contracted supplier will help you with everything you need, from a few microphones to a complete set of lighting, sound, live broadcasting, recording, hybrid meetings and more. Technical support for events | | | | | | | Who should be honorary doctors for 2026? | Appointing honorary doctors celebrate individuals who have done outstanding work, but also provides KTH with positive attention.. Together, we can help identify and nominate candidates from across KTH's entire field of activity. Nominate honorary doctors by 19 October | | | | | | | KTH Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024 The KTH Sustainability Office invites all employees and students to nominate projects for the upcoming KTH SDG Report 2024. This annual report highlights KTH’s impactful contributions to the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals and strengthens the university’s global sustainability profile. Nominate to the SDG report by 15 September | | | | | A fika on AI use in teachingHow has the Faculty Council's recommendation on what teachers should tell students about course-specific AI use been implemented at KTH? Marcus Lithander and Anna Jerbrant have invited Caroline Bern (E-learning) and Iris Callerholm (THS) to the Fika Chat podcast.
Find links to Fika Chat podcast #63
| | | | | A new LinkedIn page to feed and follow
On KTH's new
LinkedIn page for Industrial Production researchers can share insights, collaborations and results that move production and related areas forward. The page will cover a lot of topics such as smart production, perception and learning, supply chains, digital twins in production, circular economy, e-mobiltiy, mechatronics etcetera.
Follow, tip, like and spread the word! The launch is on Friday 12 September.
Industrial production at KTH (LinkedIn) | Candidates sought for the Zonta Women in STEM AwardThe Zonta Women in STEM Award 2026 is an international scholarship aimed at supporting women aged 18 to 35 who are studying, pursuing careers and taking on leadership roles in STEM. The scholarship amount is USD 10,000 per recipient and is awarded annually to 16 recipients worldwide.
Read more about the scholarship and apply by 1 November | | | | | Photo: Christer Gummeson, KTH. | Follow our quantum technology theme at kth.seHow will quantum technology affect society? What are the challenges and
potential innovations? A series of articles takes a closer look at the
quantum world and reports on all the exciting research being conducted
at KTH.
The quantum computer – a super machine with challengesThe super machine of the future, the quantum computer, is taking the step from theory to reality. At KTH, research is being conducted on everything from how the hardware itself should be built to what problems a quantum computer can actually solve. Read more | | |
Curious about innovation? Sign up for the Discovery Program In the KTH Innovation Discovery Program you will learn about innovation and explore if your research could create impact. Sign up by 15 September | | | | | Call for papers: Women Shape ScienceWelcome to Women on PhD Network (WoP) first science event in collaboration with KTH Library. Submit a paper by 13 October | | | | | Join Riksteatern's AI.DENTITY tour If you are a researcher at KTH, you now have the opportunity to sign up for a tour on AI technology with Riksteatern in the spring of 2027. The project represents a new model for knowledge dissemination and social dialogue and is part of KTH's 200th anniversary celebrations. Read more and apply | | | Literature search for your thesis or next publicationWelcome to a workshop on how to conduct structured literature searches in databases to find articles for your doctoral thesis or research project.
Friday 2025-09-19 kl 10:15–12:00 | | | | | | WASP Workshop on Diversity and Inclusion in AcademiaJoin WASP Diversity and Inclusion Group (DIG) on September 19th at 13:00–15:00, for an engaging online event on Diversity and Inclusion in Academia, focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities of relocating to Sweden to pursue an academic career and navigating academic career development in the Swedish landscape. | | | | | | Apply for funding- The UoM, KTH and SU Joint Research Fund 2025
In partnership with the University of Manchester and Stockholm University, KTH is pleased to announce the fourth round of our joint research seed fund to support collaborative research projects. Don’t miss our joint webinar on 23 September, where you can learn more about the partnership and this year’s joint research fund. Learn more about the call and webinar
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KTH and the University of Strathclyde Seed Fund This call gives opportunities for academics to engage in emerging networks, which are being actively developed. Academic staff members from all disciplines and levels are welcome to apply, and we particularly encourage early-career researchers to apply. Learn more and apply before 31 October
The KTH-POSTECH Collaborative Research Seed FundingThese funds, provided by KTH in partnership with Pohang University of Science and Technology, are offered to support collaborative research projects. The funds aim to catalyse new collaborations and build international teams that are well-positioned to apply for external research funding. Applications are open to the universities' staff, including early-career researchers, across all faculties and departments. Learn more and apply before 15 October
| | | Food Innovation at KTH – From Lab to Kitchen and Beyond | How can research and innovation from KTH contribute to a resilient, circular and sustainable food system? An event organised by KTH Innovation and PLENTY in collaboration with KTH Foodtech. This event is part of Stockholm ImpACT days ReThink:food. | | | | | | | | 10.15-12.45 | Photo shoot and communications support
Next to the kitchen at the department of Energy Technology, Brinellvägen 68.
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