A new year at SCIAs we
begin 2026, I would like to wish you all a very good start to the new year.
With winter in full swing and snow on campus, the year has begun with a gentle
reminder that some things take a bit more effort this time of year, including
simply moving between buildings. In 2026, our reform agenda moves further into implementation. We will focus on
strengthening quality in education and doctoral studies, providing long-term
and transparent support for research and infrastructure, and improving our work
and study environment through sustainable faculty renewal. Equality, diversity,
and inclusion remain central to how we lead and develop the school. Thank you for the many ways you contribute to SCI, through teaching, research,
support functions, and leadership. I look forward to continuing our work
together throughout the year.
Sandra Di Rocco Head of school | | |
Important! New login routine for all employees and affiliatesThe new login procedure for KTH's services and systems is called Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and it will become mandatory from 24 February 2026. Prepare by downloading the MFA app to your phone and linking it to your KTH account. You can use either your work phone or personal mobile phone, and you may install the app on multiple devices. | | | Election to the University Board – review electoral register
| | | | KTH-RES is replaced by KTH-Expense – learn the new system!On 2 February, KTH-RES will be replaced by KTH-Expense (Hogia), a new system that simplifies the handling of expenses, mileage, and travel allowances directly on your mobile phone or computer. At the same time, a new way of working is introduced, where the travel request is removed. Training sessions and additional support in KTH-Expense (Hogia)Training sessions will be held on 2, 9, and 19 February via Zoom, in both Swedish and English. For questions and extra support, there will be drop-in sessions via Zoom every Tuesday–Thursday from 9:00–11:00 starting 3 February. The link to the Zoom meetings can be found on the project page. Remember before the closure of KTH-RES- Complete ongoing expense reports before the end of January.
- Address returned reports.
- If needed: download and save approved travel requests and expense reports.
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Questions related to the new parking operator?On 1 January 2026, Smart Parkering AB took over the management of KTH’s parking areas. More information about the change can be found here: Parking for KTH employees For questions regarding the SmartPark app or incorrect parking charges, please contact Smart Parking’s customer service at info@smartp.se or on 0771-80 88 80.
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Get work support with Copilot ChatCopilot Chat is an AI assistant that can help you summarise texts, structure your work, generate ideas, get language support and much more. When you sign in with your KTH account, you use it with enhanced data protection. | |
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The social role of researchers in times of conflict Collaboration is inscribed as one of the university's three tasks, and the discussion about the relevance of research is lively. But we rarely talk about when and if it is a mandatory requirement. When an issue that research has interested in becomes political and controversial, should researchers then clarify the discussion? Or are there, on the contrary, limits to a researcher's social engagement? On February 17, Folke Tersman, professor of practical philosophy at Uppsala University and deputy CEO of the Institute for Futures Studies, will open KTH's collegial forum with a presentation of different perspectives and considerations in relation to our social role.
| | | Early-career researcher? Show your work! | On March 12 Digital Futures introduces its 3rd Digital Futures Young Scientist Conference.
Abstract submission: 15-31 January 2026
Learn more about the conference | | | | The 2025 project portfolio and kick-off for 2026 within Future Education at KTHWhich projects were active within the Future Education programme 2025? See the complete list in a thematic grouping and find information and deadlines for the 2026 process. Projects 2025 and the process for 2026
| | | | | Fika chat on lifelong learning at KTH after Gunnar’s report How can lifelong learning at KTH look like in the future, following Gunnar Karlsson's report? Gunnar discusses this live with Gunnar Tibert (Future Education deputy programme manager) and Marcus Lithander (podcast host). Join Gunnar’s live podcast on 21 January at 15:00 | | | | |
New collaboration behind the first concert of the year
| For the first time KTH Academic Orchestra collaborates with the young and talented jazz singers from the Royal College of Music. Don't miss out on classics such as The Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables, as well as more modern musicals like Wicked. Tickets and more about the concert | | | | Public defences of doctoral theses, licenciate seminars and docent lectures
| | | Anna Wahl receives Equality Award | Anna Wahl, Professor of Gender, Organization and Management, is awarded the President’s Equality and Diversity Prize.
"I am pleased that my efforts in the field have been appreciated."
To the interview with Anna Wahl | | | | |
