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Theme: Security and resilience

How prepared are you for a crisis? In this series of articles, we highlight KTH research that contributes to Sweden’s security and resilience. The topics range from IT security, food security, and resilient electricity systems to healthcare in a crisis, drone training, and production challenges.

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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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Mark Rutland is a professor of surface and corrosion science at KTH. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH

Mark Rutland is to receive the Norblad-Ekstrand Medal in 2026

The Swedish Chemical Society is awarding Professor Mark Rutland the Norblad-Ekstrand Medal 2026 for his outstanding research in surface chemistry. “When I look at the list of previous laureates, I ...

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Jenni Reuben is interested in where the line is drawn regarding when one can trust an autonomous AI system. Photo: Anna Gullers

Jenni Reuben explores when to trust AI

An AI system may perform well in testing and still encounter a situation it was never designed to handle. How can we tell when it is approaching its limits, and when we should no longer trust its deci...

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Arian Lundberg is an assistant professor in biomedical proteomics. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH

Researchers identify aggressive molecular features in low-risk prostate cancer

Researchers at KTH has developed a new approach that reveals molecular features of aggressive prostate cancer that are not captured by conventional clinical risk classification. The results could lead...

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