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She wants to broaden the view of sustainability
Tove Malmqvist, teacher in sustainable construction, is inspired by all the young people involved in the climate issue (Photo: Christer Gummeson). Published Apr 18, 2024Tove Malmqvist's teaching focuses on the climate issue. How can we build a society without unnecessary strain on the environment? “There is great potential for reducing emissions and we need a lot of...
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Mission: Avoiding solar panel scrap crisis
Beatriz Pérez Horno will, together with partners, propose an infrastructure for the circularity of solar panels. Published Apr 12, 2024Sweden is booming in solar panel installations. But what happens when solar panels reach the end of their lifespan? Without a clear plan for recycling, Sweden faces the daunting prospect of being buri...
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Sustainability one factor influencing KTH master’s applicants choices
According to Times Higher Education research, applicants to universities are just as likely to rate a university’s sustainability and graduate employment prospects as top priorities. (Photo: David Callahan) Published Apr 11, 2024An all-time high of 3,423 students have been admitted for master’s studies at KTH in the autumn. If trends are any guide, the selection of KTH was for many applicants influenced by the programmes’ foc...
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QS ranks KTH 37th globally in engineering and tech, 64th in natural science
In Engineering & Technology, KTH is ranked 7th among universities in the EU; and in Natural Sciences, KTH is 14th among universities in the EU. Published Apr 10, 2024KTH Royal Institute of Technology is now ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide in engineering, technology and natural sciences, according to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subjec...
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Millions to KTH for research on molecular medical imaging
KTH professor and research leader Mats Danielsson is delighted to receive 3 351 875 € in ERC funding for basic research that could increase the efficiency of molecular medical imaging. "The system we are creating can provide molecular images with higher sensitivity and resolution than ever before." Published Apr 09, 2024KTH Royal Institute Professor Mats Danielsson's research team has been awarded a European Research Council Advanced Grant of €3,351,875 for a five-year project that could revolutionize hospital techno...
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Mathematicians receive research funding
During the years 2014-2029, the idea is for KAW to allocate SEK 650 million to Swedish mathematical research. Published Apr 09, 2024Funding worth SEK 29 million from Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation’s mathematics program will be granted 18 mathematicians for their research. One researcher at KTH will receive a grant to recruit...
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Medtech providing more mobility in life
Doctoral student Xiaochen Zhang's steps and movements are decoded by sensors on his body and in the floor, which can then be followed on the screen. (Photo: Magnus Glans) Published Apr 09, 2024The Promobilia MoveAbility Lab at KTH focuses on mapping the body's movements, identifying opportunities to increase mobility and different types of assistive devices.
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Industrial robots learn surgery
Theodoros Laspas (KTH), Yuuki Koyama (University of Tokyo), Andreas Archenti (KTH), Juan Quiroz- Omana (University of Tokyo), Monica Katherine Gonzalez (KTH).(Photo: KTH) Published Apr 09, 2024Normally, they are used for heavy lifting and mounting components in factories. Now, KTH researchers are cooperating with the University of Tokyo to enable industrial robots to assist on surgical proc...
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Polite robots – a possible future in healthcare
Research is being conducted at KTH with humanoid robots to study politeness as a cornerstone in shaping social interactions (Photo: KTH) Published Apr 09, 2024In human relationships, politeness is essential in how people perceive each other and in building a relationship. The same is true in healthcare when healthcare professionals meet a patient. But how i...
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Healthy greenery – a matter of justice
Having access to the nature you need becomes a question of justice when many people have to share a few areas. The picture shows Vitabergsparken, Södermalm, Stockholm (Photo: iStock). Published Apr 09, 2024Access to green space is important for both mental and physical well-being. But is it equally available to everyone? Sara Borgström, KTH, together with colleagues at Stockholm University and the Unive...
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The RAMP tool helps companies to prevent repetitive strain injuries
The aim of the tool developed by Linda Rose is to reduce repetitive strain injuries in the workplace (Photo: Jon Lindhe). Published Apr 09, 2024The RAMP ergonomics tool identifies the risks of musculoskeletal injuries and suggests measures. The method has been expanded to include support for management teams and a section for work tasks where...
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Invisible face mask reduces the risk of airborne virus transmission
The device creates a filtered airflow in front of the user's face, reducing the concentration of viruses in the air and therefore the risk of infection. (Photo: KTH) Published Apr 09, 2024During the COVID-19 pandemic, different types of respiratory masks were used as key elements in the fight against virus transmission. However, masks can be uncomfortable and hinder effective human com...
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Seniors explore app-based well-being
Mindfulness is good for mental and physical well-being, according to several studies. A research project will now test and develop an app with mindfulness exercises for people over 65 (Photo: Mostphotos). Published Apr 05, 2024Can practicing mindfulness enhance the life of pensioners? In a health technology research project, individuals over 65 will have the opportunity to test and develop 0meditation apps aimed at preventi...
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Newsmakers at KTH – April 2024
From left, top: Antonio Capezza, Lilian Matthiesen, Josefin Larsson. Bottom: Jan Gulliksen, Muhammet S. Toprak (Photo: KTH and Markus Marcetic). Published Apr 04, 2024Who has received what when it comes to funding? What findings, results and researchers have attracted attention outside KTH? Under the vignette Newsmakers, we provide a selection of the latest news an...
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"The problem was that I got a great job right away"
Anders Clenander teaches chemistry and maths at KTH. Photo: Peter Asplund. Published Mar 27, 2024Anders Clenander is the KTH teacher who believes in humility and clarity. He thinks it is important to keep the joy in his teaching over time, to get caught up in the students curiosity.
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KTH’s honorary doctors appointed
Foto: Håkan Lindgren Published Mar 27, 2024Three new honorary doctors have now been appointed: Lena Nordlund, Laura Cozzi and Jens Nielsen.
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Latest Wallenberg Scholars include eleven KTH researchers
Published Mar 22, 2024A total of eleven of the 118 researchers receiving the Wallenberg Scholars award this year are KTH researchers. The Wallenberg Scholars program provides leading researchers in Sweden with grants for i...
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Global warming and plastic pollution create vicious circle, report says
One effect of global warming is faster deterioration of plastics, which in turn results in higher carbon emissions, says researcher Xinfeng Wei, seen here unpacking plastic pellets in the polymer materials lab at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. Photo: David Callahan Published Mar 20, 2024Typically viewed as unrelated problems, global warming and plastic pollution are instead inextricably trapped in a “vicious circle” where one feeds the other, researchers from KTH report in Nature Com...
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KTH researcher's invention saves salmon from damage at hydropower plants
"It feels rewarding to contribute to the utilization of renewable resources in the forest industry while at the same time promoting biodiversity at hydropower plants," KTH researcher Jowan Rostami says. Published Mar 19, 2024Hydropower plants have major problems with migrating fish getting injured in turbines. KTH researcher Jowan Rostami has developed a unique bio-based foam material to serve as a protective barrier, red...
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KTH, Chalmers and Lund University strengthen Swedish semiconductor capacity
KTH, Chalmers and Lund University are collaborating on an initiative to strengthen Sweden's expertise in semiconductors. Published Mar 19, 2024A common denominator in both the green transition and digitalization is the semiconductor. Despite the great importance of the small chip, Sweden and EU have lagged behind. KTH, Lund University, Chal...
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