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2025-02-05
Megagames are a mix of role-playing games, board games and simulation. Karlstad University organised a megagame on the theme: Can Sweden reach sustainable consumption by 2045? Our society is based on economic growth. With growth comes increased consumption, higher energy costs and use of resources. Without growth, unemployment goes up. With technology comes greater efficiency, convenience and security.
2025-02-05
Following the tragic events in Örebro on Tuesday, Karlstad University is flying its flags at half-mast. We are profoundly saddened by what has happened and extend our deepest sympathy to all those affected.
2025-02-04
There is a preconceived notion that working-class boys and men in rural areas are less keen and less qualified readers than other groups. Through his research, Stig-Börje Asplund, newly appointed professor of educational work, paints a more nuanced picture. Stig-Börje Asplund’s research is interdisciplinary and his research interests include boys and men in rural areas and their relationship to reading.
2025-01-30
This is one of the questions that Anna-Lena Almqvist, Professor of Social Work at Karlstad University, is exploring. Her current research focuses on the participation of children and young people in foster placements and how safer relationships can be created in vulnerable life situations. Hello Anna-Lena! Can you tell us about your research?  "My main research areas are child welfare, men's work against violence, and LGBTQI-related issues.
2025-01-20
At the BioEco Valley Summit, hosted by Karlstad University, Pro2BE, in collaboration with Paper Province, Region Värmland, and Sting BioEconomy, researchers and industry representatives gathered to discuss the future of the bioeconomy.
2025-01-14
Master's student Ida Wadenbrandt worked during the holidays, touring with Robert Wells and Rhapsody in Rock from December 27 to January 6 in China. Intense days that have sparked a desire for more projects abroad and more work in China. You have done several concerts with Robert Wells with Ingesund's string ensemble before, and as I understand it, you were also the concertmaster then.
2025-01-07
On 1 November 2024, Karlstad University welcomed a new professor as Sofia Wijkmark was appointed professor of comparative literature. "It feels very exciting! I’m mostly looking forward to having more time for research," she says. "There are a number of projects that I would like to dedicate more time to, and now I finally have the opportunity to do so," says Sofia.
2024-12-19

Rocket science for real

News » 2024-12-19
The sounding rocket SubOrbital Express-4 which was launched from the Esrange Space Center outside Kiruna contained an experiment module from Karlstad University. The module is about studying how the active layer of organic solar cells forms in microgravity. – In this project, we were able to conduct experiments in an unmanned rocket, says Jan van Stam, professor of physical chemistry at Karlstad University.
2024-12-18
Over Christmas and New Year, as well as during other big holidays, food takes centre stage and Swedish households tend to buy and prepare large quantities of food. Despite the fact that large sums are spent on food this time of year, a large part ends up being thrown away. "Reflect, plan and buy smart!
2024-12-13
This year, the event offered inspiring lectures and spirited conversations about three topics at the forefront of the transformation we are all in. Rundgång, a shopping venue in Karlstad for reused items, has challenged views on second-hand goods and circular thinking. Emma Sundh, circular entrepreneur and project manager, described the importance of making reuse an attractive concept.  - It’s a matter of skill, says Emma Sundh.
2024-12-13
Christmas and the New Year are approaching and it is time to sum up another year at Karlstad University. The 25th in order, or the 47th or 181st, depending on how you count. Or the second, for me personally. I want to start by thanking all of your for doing such a fantastic job throughout the past year.
2024-12-12
On December 4, high school students, university students, doctoral candidates, senior researchers, and company representatives gathered at Karlstad University to work together in teams on current mathematical challenges presented by businesses during the The Mathematics Meets Industry Day (MiMM Day). Rottneros, Tesa, Blue Ocean Closures, and Region Värmland presented real-world problems, seeking sustainable solutions with the participants' help.