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• 2026-10-09

  DRIVE Brought Together Researchers and Doctoral Students for Annual Workshop

  On 6-7 October, researchers, doctoral students and collaborative partners gathered at Karlstad University for the annual DRIVE workshop. This year's event also marked the conclusion of DRIVE's first project phase and featured presentations of current research in future networks, communications and digital infrastructure.

  The programme included presentations of research findings in areas such as network security, energy-efficient packet processing, network latency, resilient service placement across edge and cloud environments, and performance in satellite-based communication systems. Participants also took part in a poster and demonstration session, where doctoral students and researchers showcased ongoing projects and advanced 5G and 6G applications.

• 2026-10-08

  Living Together Does Not Guarantee Freedom from Loneliness

  "Loneliness is not only about who you live with or how many people you meet," says Malin Knutz, researcher in public health science at Karlstad University. "And young adults stand out in our study."

  Many people experience loneliness despite not living alone. This is one of the key findings of a new study conducted by Karlstad University and Region Värmland. The researchers also found that young adults report the highest levels of both loneliness and poor mental well-being.

  The study is based on responses from more than 6,300 residents of Värmland aged 18 to 90 who participated in the regional public health survey in 2022. The research was carried out by researchers at Region Värmland in collaboration with the subject area of public health science at Karlstad University.

• 2026-10-08

  CTF celebrates 40 years: Welcome to the anniversary event on 22 October

  How can service research help address future challenges in AI, digitalisation, health, and the sustainability transition? On 22 October, the Service Research Center (CTF) at Karlstad University invites researchers, partners, alumni, and other interested guests to celebrate CTF's 40th anniversary and discuss the societal challenges of the future.

  The anniversary event will offer reflections on four decades of research, perspectives from some of the people who have been part of the journey, and conversations about the issues shaping tomorrow's society.

  40 years of research for a changing society

  "When CTF was founded in 1986, service research was a relatively unexplored field. Early on, we recognised the need to understand the growing service economy and contribute new knowledge," says Bo Edvardsson, professor of Business Administration and one of CTF's founders.

• 2026-10-07

  Stronger Paper with Fibrillated Cellulose

  How can forest-based materials be made stronger, more functional and at the same time contribute to a more sustainable industry? This is a question being explored by doctoral researcher Morassa Raouf.

  Cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) and microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) are renewable materials with a large surface area and an excellent ability to form dense networks. They have the potential to be used in applications ranging from paper reinforcement and packaging coatings to future membrane technologies. One challenge, however, is that their production requires energy-intensive fibrillation and that the materials are difficult to dewater once they have been finely dispersed.

• 2026-10-06

  The Opportunities of Future 6G Technology

  Remote-controlled wheelchairs, three-dimensional digital meetings and robotic control across national borders. Researchers and companies from across Europe have gathered at Karlstad University to explore how 5G and 6G networks could transform the way people connect and interact remotely

  The Horizon Europe project 6G-PATH (6G Pilots and Trials Through Europe) aims to develop and evaluate new digital services in areas including healthcare and education.

  Three of the project's international trials were recently conducted at Karlstad University, demonstrating how next-generation connectivity could create entirely new opportunities for remote interaction.

• 2026-10-01

  EXACT Research School Autumn Meeting

  Cleaner process air, efficient energy use, and clothing made from recycled textile waste were among the topics in focus when the EXACT Industrial Research School brought together PhD candidates and industry partners for its autumn meeting at Gammelkroppa Forest School on 30 September.

  During the autumn meeting, doctoral students presented their ongoing research projects, while industry representatives provided insights into current challenges and development needs within their sectors. Participating companies included Absolent, Thermia, Blue Ocean Closures, Lixea, Nordic Paper, Rottneros and Circulose.

  A common theme throughout the day was the transition towards a more sustainable and resource-efficient industry.