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2024-05-22
The research project is about testing a new type of forest fertilizer, based on nutrient-rich industrial residues from pulp and paper mills. This closes the circle by making use of residual products and returning nutrients to growing plants and woodland. – Our project group includes several companies, universities and organisations, says Maria Sandberg, docent in Environmental and Energy Systems at Karlstad University.
2024-05-20
After 15 years at Stellenbosch University in South Africa, Annika Rudman chose Karlstad University as her new base. – I chose Karlstad since I, just like the university, believe in and want to promote internationalisation and interdisciplinary research, says Annika Rudman, new professor of gender studies. The common denominator of Annika Rudman’s research is a keen interest in the role that gender plays in relation to law, society, politics, culture and human behaviour.
2024-05-20
After 15 years at Stellenbosch University in South Africa, Annika Rudman chose Karlstad University as her new base. – I chose Karlstad since I, just like the university, believe in and want to promote internationalisation and interdisciplinary research, says Annika Rudman, new professor of gender studies. The common denominator of Annika Rudman’s research is a keen interest in the role that gender plays in relation to law, society, politics, culture and human behaviour.
2024-05-17
The pro-Palestinian protests that are taking place at universities and university colleges around the world have now also reached Karlstad. On the night of Thursday 16 May, a group of protesters set up tents in the park next to the main entrance of Karlstad University.
2024-05-17
Researchers from Karlstad University, University of Gothenburg and Lund University have started a new research project with the aim of making hydropower more environmentally friendly. As climate change affects our watercourses, the researchers are looking for new ways to protect aquatic life and at the same time ensure reliable energy production. The project takes on the difficult balancing act between generating hydroelectric power and protecting the environment.
2024-05-17
Researchers from Karlstad University, University of Gothenburg and Lund University have started a new research project with the aim of making hydropower more environmentally friendly. As climate change affects our watercourses, the researchers are looking for new ways to protect aquatic life and at the same time ensure reliable energy production. The project takes on the difficult balancing act between generating hydroelectric power and protecting the environment.
2024-05-17
Researchers from Karlstad University, University of Gothenburg and Lund University have started a new research project with the aim of making hydropower more environmentally friendly. As climate change affects our watercourses, the researchers are looking for new ways to protect aquatic life and at the same time ensure reliable energy production. The project takes on the difficult balancing act between generating hydroelectric power and protecting the environment.
2024-05-15
On Tuesday 14 May, the Minister for Public Administration, Erik Slottner, visited Karlstad University. – A fruitful visit with a warm welcome in all respects, he says. In addition to general information about the university’s strengths and challenges, he received more detailed information about how the university works with generative AI and what concrete efforts are being made to support responsible use of AI among employees and students. The minister also received a pr
2024-05-15
Within the Drive project in computer science, the new satellite-based internet service Starlink is currently being tested. Starlink, developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, offers reliable internet connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.
2024-05-15
Within the Drive project in computer science, the new satellite-based internet service Starlink is currently being tested. Starlink, developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, offers reliable internet connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.
2024-05-15
Within the Drive project in computer science, the new satellite-based internet service Starlink is currently being tested. Starlink, developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, offers reliable internet connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.
2024-05-15
Within the Drive project in computer science, the new satellite-based internet service Starlink is currently being tested. Starlink, developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, offers reliable internet connectivity in areas with limited infrastructure.
2024-05-15
On the morning of 15 May, a drill for emergency personnel will be held on campus in Karlstad. – The drill will be noticeable to people moving in the immediate area, says Jan Gambring, Chief Security Office at Karlstad University. The drill includes personnel from the police, Region Värmland, Karlstad Rescue Services and the County Administrative Board in Värmland.