Did you know that it is possible to use mathematical models to calculate how best to repair a broken blood vessel? And that it is possible to find out what tire groove gives the best grip on wintry roads?
2022-05-09
Solar cell researchers from Karlstad University have once again conducted experiments in zero gravity during parabolic flights in Bordeaux, France. The aim is to study how the structure of the active layer of the polymer solar cell is formed, to thereby be able to increase its efficiency.
– This is the second time we have conducted experiments during parabolic flights, says Jan van Stam, Professor of Physical Chemistry at Karlstad University.
2024-11-20
On November 7-8, Karlstad University hosted the inaugural Security Divas Sweden, a national conference focusing on cybersecurity and information security that aims to spotlight women in these fields. The event was organized by Karlstad University in collaboration with the Compare Foundation.
The conference welcomed eleven female role models who shared key insights on topics such as information influence, data protection and current perspectives on cybersecurity.
2023-03-02
PRISMAS, PhD Research and Innovation in Synchrotron Methods and Applications in Sweden, is a new doctoral programme that will train the next generation of synchotron experts at MAX IV.
2013-08-15
Don´t miss the 1st Workshop on Service Innovation Research on September 18-20 in Catanzaro, Italy.
The conference is hosted by University Magna Graecia of Catanzare in conjunction with CTF.
Program and more information here.
2015-05-25
The library at Ingesund School of Music and Karlstad University Library now share the same library catalog.
When searching, the entire catalog is the default setting, but it is easy to limit to the different libraries or scopes.
Patrons from the different libraries can only request items from their home libraries. If visiting the other library is is possible to borrow books. Remember that each library have their own loan rules.
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The study and career counsellors can be consulted on any study-related issue before you start at the university and while you are studying. They help out with career and study choices, exam guidance, study grants, scholarships, and credit transfers.
In early February, you and Jörg Pareigis participated in the conference ”ICDE Lifelong Learning Summit” in Lillehammer, Norway. Can you tell us about the conference?
- The conference is a meeting place where academia, the public and private sector meet to discuss the challenges around disseminating knowledge for lifelong learning.
2020-02-18
When the Swedish Defence University and The Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) arranged the contest Cyber Challenge on Thursday, 6 February, 14 teams of university students vied to prove that they could act as the best experts on national security.
2023-10-17
Week 43 coincides with both UNESCO’s Global MIL Week and SPARC’s Open Access Week. To highlight this, the University Library is organising three events. Two of them require registration, one by 17 October and one by 20 October at the latest.
First up is a film screening followed by a talk with the director, in the afternoon Tuesday 24 October. The film will be shown at Filmstaden in central Karlstad and is organised together with Region Värmland.
2019-05-13
Having the opportunity to practise arguing a case in a complex tax dispute and doing it in the premises of the Administrative Court is worth a great deal for the future professional role.
Two new Honorary Doctors have been appointed at Karlstad University in 2024. They specialize in the fields of hydropower environmental issues and psychology. The award ceremony will take place during the Academic Celebration on October 18.
The Faculty of Health, Science, and Engineering has appointed Johan Tielman as Honorary Doctor in 2024.
SOL SEMINARS SPRING 2024
During the spring, we will invite you to three SOL seminarst. The discussions will normally be held in Swedish. Visit the Swedish page for more information.
28 feb, kl. 13–15, sal 3D 512a och Zoom
3 apr, kl. 13–15, sal 3D 512a och Zoom
15 maj, kl. 13–15, sal 3D 512a och Zoom
1. (In Swedish) Skolchef Jenny Dahlin presenterar sin masteruppsats Rektorers yrkesskicklighet: Förståelse av begreppet rektorers yrkesskicklighet ur ett huvudmannaperspektiv.
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On 8 March, Compare arranged a seminar on embedded systems at which Martin Blom, senior lecturer in computer science at Karlstad University, among others, gave a lecture on ”Robustness and efficiency testability in embedded systems: A systematic literature study”.
In the past year, a new network for actors working on or interested in embedded systems has emerged in Värmland and neighbouring areas.
2024-03-08
6G-PATH (6G-pilots and Trials Through Europe) is a new Horizon Europe project where Computer Science and Nursing Science at Karlstad University are participating. The project is going to develop solutions that can be applied in health education.
6G is expected to introduce new technologies that will enable innovative applications.
2017-05-02
On 20-21 April, doctoral students at Karlstad University participated in an international student cyber security challenge, organised by the Atlantic Council.
2021-09-10
In her article “The Disconnection Turn: Three facets of disconnective work in post-digital capitalism”, Karin Fast, senior lecturer in Media and Communication Studies, discusses the social consequences of disconnecting invasive media as well as digital detox trends at work places.
- In short, my article is about the disconnected work place, new ideals regarding how we should be working without online connections and how problems with intrusive - or invasive - media are d
A delegation from CNDS recently met with researchers from the International Research Institute of Disaster Science (IRIDeS) at Tokohu University to discuss directions for future collaborations.
This was one of the questions that the IT consultancy firm Tieto tried to sort out when they gave a lecture on the mobile networks in the past and in the future to over 70 IT students at Karlstad University at the autumn semester first Snits lunch.
Currently the development of the next generation mobile net 5G is in progress, which will lead to revolutionary changes for users and operators.
2025-03-06
What shapes us and gives us our culture and subculture? With scientific backing on culture, interculturality, and internationalization, Eunice offers a digital course that concludes with a week of full-time studies.
The PhD Mini Conference (doctoral colloquium) will be held at Karlstad University on October 22-23, 2024, alongside the main FEKIS conference. The PhD Mini Conference starts on October 22 after lunch (following the FEKIS PhD course in the morning), and will be held in a constructive, collaborative, inclusive and friendly environment.
The PhD Mini Conference will commence with a keynote of an internationally recognised research leader.
