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THEME: SECURITY AND RESILIENCE
Susanne Nilsson and Björn Möller.

The civil defence turns to KTH students for solutions

The Swedish Civil Defence and Resilience Agency is working with KTH students to strengthen Sweden’s civil preparedness. The agency’s challenges, which it does not have the resources to address itself, become student projects in which new solutions are developed.

How prepared are you for a crisis? In a series of articles published in October and November, we highlight KTH research that contributes to Sweden’s security and resilience.

Theme: Security and resilience

Drone Defense Hackathon Nordics

From 1 to 20 December, a digital Nordic hackathon will be held, bringing together researchers, students, start-ups, industry and public authorities to jointly shape the future of counter-unmanned aircraft Systems (C-UAS). 

Professor Patrik Hilber.

New Centre to Strengthen the Resilience of Sweden’s Electricity Grid

Sweden’s electricity networks and power supply face a range of challenges. Therefore, a new Centre for Robust Electric grids in A Dynamic environment (READY) is being established, led by researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Uppsala University and industry partners. 

NEWS FROM KTH
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A new study indicates that wheat and rye bran might hold the key for better delivery of treatments for colon disorders. Pictured, KTH glycoscience researcher, Professor Francisco Vilaplana, shows a sample bran hydrogel that his team has developed. (photo: David Callahan)

Beyond food: Bran-based gels show potential for targeted drug delivery

When it comes to colon health, the benefits of wheat and rye bran in wholegrain foods are well-known. Researchers have shown how these fibers may have a therapeutic use, too. A new study demonstrates ...

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William Ivegren (left) and Jonathan Schiött, who studied Industrial Engineering and Management with specialisations in Computer Science and Computer Engineering at KTH, receive the “Christopher Polhem Memorial Award for Degree Projects in Engineering Programmes”. (Photo: Catherine Fulgencio, Forskning & Framsteg)

KTH students win award for AI-powered robot

Two KTH students have developed a social robot that helps medical students practise clinical conversations with patients. William Ivegren and Jonathan Schiött have now been awarded the Swedish Associa...

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VR grants give researchers the opportunity to put their own research ideas into practice and develop new knowledge. Photo: Christer Gummesson, KTH

KTH receive most funding from Research Council in 2026

A total of 47 researchers at KTH are to receive a combined 205 million kronor in funding as part of the Swedish Research Council’s major allocation for natural and engineering sciences. This is the hi...

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KTH 200 YEARS
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The art of discovery for 200 years

KTH turns 200 in 2027 – two centuries of breakthroughs that have shaped Swedish technology, science and education. Celebrate with us throughout the anniversary year.

DISCOVER KTH

KTH Christmas Concerts

1 December: Get into the festive spirit with music! The KTH Academic Orchestra and Kongl. Teknologkören (KTH's student choir) perform at this year's two Christmas concerts.

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University work together to strengthen collaboration, promote interdisciplinary research and education, and act jointly in Sweden, the EU and globally.