How are we shaping the future that Borelius once envisioned?
As we prepare to open nominations for the 2025 Borelius Medal, we reflect on the life and legacy of Professor Gudmund Borelius (1889–1985). Among his enduring contributions was the founding of the Engineering Physics program (Teknisk Fysik) in 1932 - a visionary initiative that strengthened the theoretical foundation of engineering education in Sweden. This program has since become a flagship of Swedish technical education, producing generations of graduates who combine scientific rigor with engineering excellence.
Professor Borelius understood that depth and breadth are not opposites, but partners. He believed in the power of foundational knowledge – not as an end in itself, but as a platform for innovation, flexibility, and lifelong learning. As the landscape of engineering and physics continues to evolve, his legacy offers both inspiration and a timely reminder: strong foundations are not constraints, but enablers. Read the article
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Nominate for the Borelius Medal 2025The Borelius Medal recognises individuals who have made “an outstanding contribution to the development and success of Engineering Sciences at KTH”. Those employed by the School as of the closing date for nominations are eligible to nominate (this includes persons with an “active emeritus” agreement). Individuals working at KTH or elsewhere may be nominated. Submit your nomination(s) The nominations form contains background information on the Medal. Nomination period: 1st - 29th April 2025.
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Save the date for the SCI School Party 2025
The School of Engineering Sciences is thrilled to welcome all employees to the annual School Party. This isn't just any party; it's a celebration of us, the brilliant minds and vibrant spirits of SCI.
This year, we meet at the main campus for a fresh, new type of arrangement—expect something special!
When: 4 June 17.00
Where: Teknologgården, Övre Borggården
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KTH-HR: ongoing development for better payroll managementThe work of implementing KTH's new payroll system, KTH-HR, is ongoing and will continue in project form until at least the summer. HR is continually receiving feedback and works to improve and further develop the system. The project team receives many questions, which can lead to longer response times. Here you can find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Questions and answers about KTH-HR (FAQ) | | | |
Reminder! New travel agency 1 April
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From 1 April, KTH will change travel agency to BIG Travel that will replace current travel agency Egencia. Travellers and travel arrangers will get an introduction to the booking system through webinars. - 31 March - Last day to book trips with Egencia and log in to the booking portal. Last day for travelers to download itineraries, booking confirmations, and other documents for existing bookings.
- 1 April - Users can log in to BIG Travel's portal, complete their traveller profiles and book trips.
Q&A, key dates and webinars (log in required) | | | Top left: Adrianna Gillman and Federica Milinanni, bottom left: Danai Deligeorgaki and Sven Sandfeldt. | |
Mathematicians receive millions
| Four of the grants from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation's mathematics programme will go to KTH this year. One researcher from abroad will be recruited as a visiting professor at KTH, and three mathematics researchers will receive postdoctoral positions abroad. The Foundation's mathematics programme has a total budget of SEK 650 million and will run until 2029. The research at KTH Royal Institute of Technology that received this year's support includes numerical analysis, probability theory, chaos models and statistical models for complex data sets.
Read the article | | | Robin Ebbestad and David Unnersjö | From KTH to Industry: Early 3D kidney diagnostics development with Magnephy using SciLifeLab advanced light microscopyThe biotech company Magnephy is developing novel methods to analyze tissue biopsies using optical 3D microscopy and sample clearing, a workflow with potential for whole tissue diagnostics and in-situ drug screening. The company has its roots in research at KTH, KI and SciLifeLab,and today, Magnephy use SciLifeLab’s infrastructure for advanced light microscopy support. Read more | | | Take a photo of your day and apply by 28 March | Photo competition by NatureThe #ScientistAtWork photo competition invites Nature readers to share some of their favourite snaps from their working lives. Hurry and send your contribution by 28 March. #ScientistAtWork photo competition | | Lyon University, Photo: Mostphotos | Recherche en France
Are you curious on staying for four to six months in France and do your research? Apply for AFSR’s research fellowships. The fellowship award amounts to €10,000 for a four-month stay and €15,000 for a six-month stay. Read more on AFSR and apply by 15 April
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Fika Chat on clear student information for AI and learningThe Faculty Council's ethics committee has produced a recommendation on what students should be told about the use of AI in courses. Marcus and Joakim talk to Vice Dean Nina Wormbs. Links to Nina's Fika Chat #55 | | | | | What would you like to discuss at the next Storträffen Meetup?At the Storträffen Meetup 20 May, we discuss KTH's education. The setup is mainly in roundtable format where you can choose from several different themes to network and discuss around. Now you can suggest discussion topics for Storträffen VT25!
Storträffen Meetup VT25 / Suggest topics | | | | |
Take a higher education pedagogy course this fallLearn about student learning and teaching in higher education or about digital teaching! Registration for this fall's courses is open until 31 May or until the courses are fully booked. Higher Education Pedagogical courses
| | | | | Exhibition: The Role of Nuclear Energy in Decarbonising Our SocietyWelcome to KTH Library's new exhibition that explains and explores the role of nuclear energy in our energy system. Vernissage 15 April at 13.00. Read more and register for the vernissage | | | |
Music and humor?
Welcome to enjoy beautiful music in KTHB's Ångdomen while you eat your packed lunch. In addition, a spring concert in April with KTH's Academic Chapel at the Royal College of Music, which has the theme Music with humor.
KTH's concerts all spring
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KTH Global Impact Days 1-3 April
Join KTH Global Impact Days at Teknikringen 1 for researchers, students and partners focusing on KTH's partnerships in the Global South. Through discussions and sessions, we will present successful collaborations in research, education and exchanges. We offer light meals and beverages in connection with each session. KTH Global impact days | | | | | | | | Career fair PhD's for hire, PhireD
Do you want to meet companies looking for your expertise?PhireD is a recruitment and career fair where you who have a PhD or a doctoral degree and are looking for a job after a programme or employment at KTH.
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Tools that use AI to help you keep track of current
research and find literature are developed at a rapid pace. At this library workshop you get to try a few of them.
Friday 2025-03-28 kl 10.15–12.00
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Workshop about writing about your teaching (in Swedish)Welcome to a workshop held by Maria Weurlander, editor-in-chief of the Swedish higher education journal Högre utbildning, on writing about your teaching. The workshop is aimed at all teachers who want to document and disseminate their educational experiences outside KTH.
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Lunch 'n' Learn about AI and sustainabilityHow does AI impact our planet and the people living on it? In this insightful webinar, Somya Joshi, Head of Division – Global Agendas, Climate and Systems at SEI Headquarters, explores the connection between artificial intelligence and sustainability. She examines the broader impacts of AI development, such as energy consumption. | | | | | | Public defences of doctoral theses, licenciate seminars and docent lectures
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The Machine Quarter and Sing-sing are affected by the moves from Södertälje and Kista.
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Better offices thanks to campus relocationThe big move puzzle is in full swing. In the fall of 2025, colleagues from both Södertälje and Kista will move to the KTH campus, and this will mean shake-ups in several places. Sing-sing and parts of the machine quarter are now being refurbished to meet the needs and requirements of the tenants for the work environment.
“There will be a lot of shuffling around on several parts of the KTH campus. Some relocations have already begun and now adaptations are also being prepared to make space for new computer rooms”, says Helene Rune, programme coordinator for the campus moves.
Better offices thanks to move | | | How do we safeguard academic freedom? |
Recent developments in the United States regarding restrictions on academic freedom in general and changes in federal research funding in particular are cause for concern.
Read Anders Söderholm's blog post | | | |
Code for access to Brinellvägen 8
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to an access card, a personal code is now required to enter Brinellvägen 8. The
change applies from 31 March in all card readers. The reason for this is a more
uneasy world and that there have been unauthorised persons on the premises and
thefts in the past week.
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how to be part?
As we approach KTH's 200th anniversary, it's an opportunity to gather strength and draw inspiration from history to build a stronger institution for the future. There will be celebrations all 2027 and we can use the anniversary to showcase our research and education and the societal benefits KTH contributes to. Did you miss the Jubilee Office' visit at your department? Join a digital presentation:
KTH 200 years, online 23 April, 15:15-16 | | | | | Anna Hamilton is one of the KTH guides. | Find your own favorite spotTake the chance to join a guided tour of the Campus and get a dose of KTH's history. "We have one of Stockholm's most beautiful workplaces, and at KTH Campus, there are both historical and modern art treasures," says Anna Hamilton, a KTH guide. Pst. Watch the video where colleagues reveal their favourite places at KTH: About the guided tours
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