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Researchers identify aggressive molecular features in low-risk prostate cancer
Arian Lundberg is an assistant professor in biomedical proteomics. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Sep 30, 2026Researchers 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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Common plastic additives may be carcinogenic
Cecilia Williams has studied three chemicals on behalf of the WHO agency IARC. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Sep 29, 2026Three common additives used in the plastics industry may cause cancer. A World Health Organization working group’s review of research highlights the danger posed by three common "plasticisers" – or so...
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Joakim Lundeberg receives IVA's Gold Medal
Joakim Lundeberg’s innovative method for spatial transcriptomics has become a global standard tool in life sciences and is of particular significance in cancer research. Photo: Tomas Johansson, IVA Published Sep 24, 2026Joakim Lundeberg, professor of molecular biotechnology at KTH, has been awarded the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences’ (IVA) Gold Medal 2026 for his pioneering work in molecular biotechno...
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Space food: Beyond survival
KTH researcher Tor Blomqvist talks about the future of space food at the Nobel Prize Museum. Photo: Per Larsson, SU Published Sep 21, 2026A round trip to Mars takes several years. What will the astronauts eat when they cannot replenish their supplies along the way? KTH researcher Tor Blomqvist is studying the food systems that will be n...
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Johan Rockberg honoured by the Novo Nordisk Foundation
“This award is a tribute to the whole research team,” says Johan Rockberg, who received the news whilst on his sailing boat this summer. Photo: private Published Sep 09, 2026KTH researcher Johan Rockberg has been awarded the title of “Distinguished Innovator” by the Novo Nordisk Foundation along with 11 million Swedish kronor in research funding. The money will go towards...
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Artists and researchers collaborate to strengthen mental health
“I am fascinated by how VR can be used for artist expression and mental health, because typically we associate these VR technologies with industrial applications or entertainment,” Sanna Kuoppamäki says. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Aug 20, 2026A new project called Art4Mental aims to explore how VR technologies and art can be used for mental health. Researchers from KTH and several other European universities will collaborate with artists to...
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KTH assists the police with DNA analysis of dog hair
Professor Peter Savolainen has helped the police analyse dog hair in the Gaboro trial. Photo: KTH Published Aug 19, 2026A new DNA technique could prove decisive in the trial for the murder of the rapper Gaboro. The police have enlisted KTH professor Peter Savolainen to analyse dog hair found on a pair of abandoned shoe...
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Nobel symposium highlights the importance of atmospheric chemistry
Professor Barbara Nozière wants to raise the profile of atmospheric chemistry. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Jun 15, 2026The world’s leading experts on atmospheric chemistry are gathering in Stockholm, Sweden, for NOBEL SYMPOSIA 206. The research field has a huge impact on society but has not received much recognition o...
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IDS13 will tell the history and future of the dendrimer research field
Published Jun 11, 2026The 13th International Dendrimer Symposium (IDS13) will take place at KTH in September 2026. The conference brings together researchers, students, innovators, and industrial stakeholders working acros...
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Simulation and gaming conference returns to Stockholm
The 57th International Simulation and Gaming Association’s conference 2026 will be held in Flemingsberg on June 22 – 25. Published May 11, 2026KTH Royal Institute of Technology will host the International Simulation and Gaming Association’s Conference 2026 in June at Campus Flemingsberg. The 57th ISAGA conference will gather students, teache...
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Blood protein levels change from childhood to adulthood
Blood proteins are widely used as biomarkers to detect, for example, inflammation, hormonal imbalance, cardiovascular disease and metabolic disorders. Photo: Mostphotos. Published Apr 29, 2026Blood protein levels change significantly during childhood, and the differences between girls and boys become more pronounced with age. A new study by researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology ...
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Successful exchange with Kyoto University
According to Dahlberg, a major difference from home was the Japanese work culture. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Apr 09, 2026KTH doctoral student Simon Dahlberg had the opportunity to undertake a three-month exchange at the Institute of Life and Medical Sciences at Kyoto University in Japan. An exchange that is just the fir...
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Creating a safer working environment for EV mechanics
Too little is known about the working environment of electric car mechanics, a situation that researchers at KTH are keen to remedy. Photo: MostPhotos Published Apr 02, 2026Ergonomics researchers at KTH are identifying the risks involved in repairing battery-powered electric vehicles. The aim of the project is to provide mechanics with better protection. “We are interes...
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ElectroLight aims to reduce the carbon footprint of our lifestyle
Helena Lundberg. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Jan 20, 2026ElectroLight is a Strategic Research Initiative at KTH, a bottom-up initiative with focus on electricity- and light-driven chemical molecular processes. “Light- and electricity-driven processes hav...
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Peter Sillén named Teacher of the Year by THS
Peter Sillén receives the award from Iris Callerholm och Ella Moberg. Left in picture, Andrea Donné. Photo: Studio Slakthuset. Published Dec 17, 2025Peter Sillén, lecturer at the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems at CBH, has been named Teacher of the Year 2025 by THS. Peter Sillén teaches business administration and is Progra...
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Postdoc programme looking for future leaders in life science
Patricia Sosa Acosta applied to the programme to pursue a long-term research career. Published Dec 12, 2025Patricia Sosa Acosta from Cuba is one of the first batch of postdocs in the SciLifeLab PULSE programme. She came to Stockholm from Brazil to study neurological diseases. “What differentiates this ...
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Seraina Dual receives Council funding for animal-free testing of artificial hearts
Seraina Dual wants to develop a realistic alternative to animal testing of cardiovascular technologies. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Dec 08, 2025KTH assistant professor Seraina Anne Dual is awarded 2,25 million crowns from the Swedish Research Council for her project CardioLoop: A flexible hybrid mock loop to reduce animal use for testing card...
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Arian Lundberg receives 6 million Swedish crowns for advanced Cancer Research
Arian Lundberg is excited about the opportunities it brings to train young researchers and to strengthen collaborations across disciplines. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH Published Nov 19, 2025The Swedish Research Council has awarded Arian Lundberg at KTH a Starting Grant of 6 million Swedish crowns for research on aggressive and therapy-resistant prostate cancer. "We are looking at the l...
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Master’s programme Technology Work and Health earns IOSH accreditation
Catherine Trask is programme Director for the Technology Work and health master's programme. Photo: Jon Lindhe, KTH. Published Oct 16, 2025The master’s programme in Technology, Work and Health at KTH is now the first degree programme in Sweden to be accredited for IOSH membership. The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) ...
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New Master’s Program in Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatic
Paul Hudson is programme director for the new programme. Photo: Niklas Norberg Wirtén, SciLifeLab Published Sep 24, 2025As life science becomes increasingly data-driven, the Departments of Protein Science and Gene Technology have been discussing a new master’s programme to address the needs. In 2026, this work will cul...
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