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Beyond food: Bran-based gels show potential for targeted drug delivery
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) Published Nov 11, 2026When 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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Building an electricity system that can withstand disruption
According to KTH researcher Qianwen Xu, resilience is about designing a power system that can anticipate disruptions. Photo: Maria Malmqvist, KTH Published Nov 09, 2026A sustainable energy system must be one we can rely on when things go wrong. At KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Associate Professor Qianwen Xu develops methods to help electricity grids remain stab...
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KTH students win award for AI-powered robot
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) Published Nov 04, 2026Two 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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KTH receive most funding from Research Council in 2026
VR grants give researchers the opportunity to put their own research ideas into practice and develop new knowledge. Photo: Christer Gummesson, KTH Published Oct 30, 2026A 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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New centre to develop knowledge on resilient and robust living environments
Vania Ceccato and Ann Legeby. Photo: Emelie Smedslund Published Oct 29, 2026Climate change, demographic change, growing inequality, segregation and declining public health are placing new demands on Swedish cities and communities. To address both current and future challenges...
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KTH students innovate for civil defence
Susanne Nilsson and Björn Möller have students create projects centered on problems that the Swedish Civil Defence Agency cannot solve on its own. Photo: Anna Gullers Published Oct 27, 2026The 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,...
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Home care: a societal challenge in times of crisis
Working with crisis preparedness and health data means having to keep two things in your head at the same time, says Sebastiaan Meijer, professor of Healthcare Logistics at KTH. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Oct 27, 2026As more people rely on home care, new technological demands can strain society’s preparedness in times of war and crisis. "We are making ourselves very easy targets,” says Sebastiaan Meijer, professor...
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From the Nobel Banquet to everyday meals
Top chef Jessie Sommarström receives the KTH Great Prize 2026. Photo: Emil Fagander Published Oct 26, 2026She has served porridge at the Nobel Banquet, made baby food from crooked vegetables and won Sweden’s Chef of the Year competition. Now Jessie Sommarström is working to improve the food served in scho...
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Testing new approaches to the climate transition
Karin Bradley, Director of the new research centre DO-LAB for Climate Transformations, which aims to accelerate climate action. (Photo: KTH) Published Oct 26, 2026Despite years of research, policy proposals and widespread public support for climate action, progress remains slow. KTH is now launching a research centre to accelerate the transition while strengthe...
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Drones to strengthen civil defence
“There is a wide range of different drone solutions, but it is not always easy to know which ones are relevant to specific needs,” says Nicole Kringos, one of the two directors of the KTH Centre for Total Defence. (Photo: Christer Gummeson) Published Oct 21, 2026When roads are blocked, power grids are damaged or medicines need to be delivered quickly, a small drone can make a big difference. But for the technology to work in a crisis, people need to know how ...
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With future crops in mind, study tackles flaw in photosynthesis
Paul Hudson (left) and study's co-lead author, PhD student Axel Knave, examine cyanobacterial samples in the lab where they tested 15,000 variants of the enzyme, Rubisco. Their work identified mutations that make growth more efficient. (Photo: Ulysee Castet) Published Oct 21, 2026Rising temperatures and increasing drought are shortening crop growing seasons in many parts of the world. Now scientists at KTH report new advances toward engineering more efficient photosynthesis, w...
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Researcher studies the antenna that guides cells
Jan Hansen will investigate how the primary cilium, an antenna-like structure on cells, regulates cell function and how disruptions can contribute to diseases affecting the body's organs. (Photo: Private) Published Oct 21, 2026Jan Hansen, a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University, has been awarded a five-year Strategic Recruitment grant from the Swedish Research Council, which will allow him to start as an assistant ...
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Future energy in focus during Singapore state visit
Minister for Energy, Business and Industry Ebba Busch welcomes Tharman Shanmugaratnam, The President of the republic of Singapore, to KTH. (Photo: Christer Gummeson) Published Oct 20, 2026The President of the republic of Singapore, the king of Sweden and the Crown Princess Couple gained insight into research on future energy systems during a visit to KTH.
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New Centre to Strengthen the Resilience of Sweden’s Electricity Grid
Professor Patrik Hilber. Photo: Christer Gummesson Published Oct 19, 2026A new Centre for Robust Electric grids in A Dynamic environment (READY) is being established to strengthen Sweden’s energy preparedness. The centre will be led by power systems researchers from KTH Ro...
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How well prepared is Swedish manufacturing for a crisis?
Magnus Wiktorsson and Andreas Archenti in front of the production lab at KTH, which is due to be completed in February. Photo: Anna Gullers Published Oct 16, 2026A factory does not need to be bombed to grind to a halt. Power cuts, cyberattacks and supply chain disruptions can quickly bring production to a standstill. How well prepared is Swedish industry for w...
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Researchers train AI to hack effectively and responsibly
Working in IT security in the age of AI is both exciting and daunting, according to Professor Mathias Ekstedt. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Oct 16, 2026A research project at KTH aims to improve autonomous AI agents’ ability to carry out so-called penetration testing. The agents are set to become more effective – but also more responsible.
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Turning food by-products into resources
Francisco Vilaplana is director of the PLENTY centre, where researchers turn agricultural and food industry by-products into nutrient-rich ingredients. (Photo: Christer Gummeson) Published Oct 16, 2026Could what is currently wasted become part of Sweden’s food preparedness in a crisis? Researchers at KTH are investigating how by-products from agriculture and the food industry can be turned into new...
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Sweden gains a new AI unit in leading European network
From left: Fredrik Johansson, Chalmers University of Technology; Michael Felsberg, Linköping University; Thomas Schön, Uppsala University; Alexandre Proutiere, KTH; and Danica Kragic Jensfelt, KTH, at the launch of the Swedish ELLIS unit. Photo: Christer Gummesson Published Oct 15, 2026To strengthen Sweden’s position in artificial intelligence, a Swedish Unit is now being launched within the European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems (ELLIS) network. The establishment ...
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AI as a partner – not just a tool
The aim is to ensure that AI enhances human judgement and creativity, and raises the bar for the tasks it replaces, says Elena Fersman, Head of AI Innovation at telecom company Ericsson. (Photo: KTH Innovation) Published Oct 14, 2026More than 15 years ago, Elena Fersman began developing AI at Ericsson, long before the technology became an established part of the business world. Today, she is a key figure in the company’s AI trans...
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New competence centre for sustainable heating and cooling
Published Oct 14, 2026Developing efficient heating and cooling systems is an important part of the transition to sustainable buildings and cities. The Swedish Energy Agency has awarded funding to HEAT-X, a strategic centre...
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