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• 2025-05-06

  Karlstad University took the next step in groundbreaking 6G project

  The 6G-PATH (6G-Pilots and Trials Through Europe) project at Karlstad University has entered a new phase where the technology is being tested in practice. The goal of the project is to enhance healthcare education by utilizing advanced communication technologies such as 5G and 6G, combined with Extended Reality (XR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

  A central component of the project is the use of an advanced patient simulator, a manikin that can mimic various medical conditions and reactions. With the help of 6G technology, the manikin is planned to be used in more realistic environments, such as simulated accident scenes, providing students with a more authentic training experience.

  "Advanced mobile technology enables interactive training in environments that were previously difficult to recreate in the classroom," says Anna Brunström, professor of computer science and project leader at Karlstad University.

• 2025-04-04

  Testbed Paving the Way for Secure Train Connectivity

  Icomera, a company that develops digital communication equipment for trains, has had a successful collaboration with Karlstad University for over 10 years. One of the latest outcomes of this collaboration is the testing of Icomera’s new router in a 5G Stand-alone (SA) network through the DRIVE project.

  Testing Icomera’s router in a 5G SA network means the company can ensure that their equipment functions optimally with the new 5G SA technology, which will be rolled out in Sweden next year.

  “This is especially important for ensuring fast and stable data transfer onboard trains, which affects the passenger experience. Icomera now has the opportunity to test its equipment before 5G SA becomes commercially operational, giving us a head start when the 5G network is fully up and running,” says Claes Beckman from Icomera.

  A unique testbed for development

• 2025-03-10

  Student’s thesis used in 5G research

  In the DRIVE project, a so-called MEC simulator is used, where student Douglas Wilhelmsson had the opportunity to develop the model as part of his thesis.

  As 5G, IoT, and AI continue to evolve, there is a growing need for infrastructure that can efficiently and securely manage vast amounts of data. MEC (Multi-access Edge Computing) is a simulator designed to test and develop edge computing solutions within 5G and network infrastructure.

• 2025-01-17

  Significant grant awarded to 6G-NTN communication project

  The project “Foundational Algorithms, Protocols, and Systems for Multi-Tier 6G-Non-Terrestrial Networks Integrated Communication and Environmental Sensing (6G-NTN-E),” has been awarded a grant of 28 MSEK by the Swedish Research Council.

  The grant extends over a four-year period and is part of the Swedish Research Council's call for grants to support research environments focused on sixth generation wireless systems (6G). This call is part of the Government's initiative to develop the next generation of wireless systems (6G) and aims to support build-up of strong research environments, where teams of researchers work towards a joint research goal, both nationally and bi- or multilateral collaborations.

• 2024-12-06

  The project DRIVE invited companies to a joint workshop

  On November 20–21, the DRIVE project at Computer Science invited partner companies to a joint two-day workshop. DRIVE's overarching goal is to conduct research and education in data-driven and latency-sensitive mobile services for future mobile networks.

  This year, participants gathered at Karlstad University to learn about the latest research in the field. The workshop, an annual event within the project, provides opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, discussions on current topics, highlighting synergies between subprojects, and exploring future research directions. DRIVE is built on close collaboration between Karlstad University and seven partner companies.

• 2024-12-04

  Karlstad University joins 5G-DiGITs: Bridging Education and Industry in Advanced 5G Technology

  The 5G-DiGITs project has just started, and Karlstad University will play a key role in its development.

  5G-DiGITs is a multidisciplinary Erasmus+ initiative addressing the growing demand for education and training in advanced 5G technologies. It brings together a consortium of 12 organizations from Germany, Greece, Spain, Lithuania, Malta, Ireland, Belgium, and Sweden to create state-of-the-art curricula and continuous education programs aligned with evolving industry needs. 
  Karlstad University will contribute to the development of innovative course modules and practical learning strategies.