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Economics course on moral dilemmas becomes a theater play

Regardless whether we have a job to go to or not, we are all affected by how the social economy is organised. This spring, the Theatre academy puts on a play about the ethical dilemmas of working life by Johan Sandström, professor of business administration.

The university signs a cooperation agreement with a Norwegian biofuel company

Luleå University of Technology, together with the Norwegian bio-e-methanol company Glocal Green and the research institute RISE, have signed a letter of intent that marks the start of a closer collaboration between the parties. The agreement will ensure a joint effort to develop, validate and further shape the basis for a scale-up of technology for commercial production of bio-e-methanol.

SEK 46 million for research into fossil-free steel

The biggest research collaboration in Sweden to date between the academic world, institutions, and industry on advanced, fossil-free steel manufacture and production is now starting. This investment, in total 46 million SEK, is intended to accelerate the green transition and the Swedish steel industry’s target of zero carbon dioxide emissions. Luleå University of Technology, the metal research institution Swerim and SSAB are collaborating in this new project.

Skills development for the green transition of basic industries

The Knowledge Foundation (Stiftelsen för kunskap- och kompetensutveckling) grants
SEK 30 million to a new collaboration project, REEDEAM, which will strengthen skills development throughout the value chain for industry’s green transition. In the project, Luleå University of Technology will be collaborating with Örebro University and Mälardalen University along with the business community and Sweden’s basic industries. By offering skills development at advanced level, especially for professionals, the green transition is made possible and Swedish industry will retain its competitiveness.

Saliva sample enables very early detection of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease

With the help of molecules from the brain that can be measured in saliva, it is possible to detect early changes that can lead to Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease – long before symptoms appear. In a new scientific article, researchers at Luleå University of Technology propose a strategy for early diagnosis of neurological diseases.

National recommendation for more active transports to school

Active transportation to school, such as walking or cycling, is what is best for children. This according to researchers in a new child consequence analysis. By creating a national recommendation, they want to inspire parents to allow their children to be active on the way to school, and community planners to create the right conditions.

New research report on the government's crisis support

According to a new report from Luleå University of Technology about public efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic, the government must become better at taking environmental, climate and gender equality goals into account in its crisis support.

Norrbotten's equality prize 2023

Luleå University of Technology awards the Norrbotten Gender Equality Award in collaboration with the municipalities of Norrbotten, the County Administrative Board of Norrbotten and the Norrbotten Region.

The technology company ABB and Luleå University of Technology conclude collaboration agreement

ABB and Luleå University of Technology have signed a collaboration agreement with the aim of strengthening cooperation between the parties. The focus is on research, skills supply, development of education and shared knowledge. Knowledge transfer between trade and industry and academia is important to meet the skills challenges of the future and strengthen industrial investments in northern Sweden. Among other things, ABB plans to offer lectures, summer jobs and degree projects for students at Luleå University of Technology.

The university and Region Västerbotten are strengthening the collaboration

By signing this letter of intent, Region Västerbotten and Luleå University of Technology intend to strengthen and broaden a collaboration that specifically benefits sustainable growth, regional development and skills provision, as well as research and innovation. Together, the parties will build sustainable structures for innovation and growth and reinforce the regional research environment.

Great interest in international courses

The number of applicants to international courses and programs is increasing. The latest applications shows that more people are applying for international master's programs and also international courses and first-cycle courses and study programmes. For Luleå University of Technology, the increase is close to 30 percent.
"We have invested in international recruitment of students and it is fantastic that it has yielded results", says Jennie Hägg-Wilhelmsson, Head of division Student affairs.

Bachelor´s thesis on the flight from the Air Force published in a research journal

More and more fighter pilots are resigning from their service in the Armed Forces to devote themselves to other activities. A bachelor's thesis from Luleå University of Technology shows that low salaries and bad pension agreements are important reasons why pilots choose to resign. But the lack of local career opportunities, family time, administrative support, long-term career planning, developing tasks and the possibility of studies can also influence the decision.

Luleå University of Technology leads ESA study of space mission to land on dwarf planet Ceres

As part of the selection process for the next M7-mission of the European Space Agency (ESA), the mission CALICO, led by Luleå University of Technology, was selected for further study. CALICO (Ceres Autonomous Lander Into Crater Occator) is a proposal for a mission that aims to land on dwarf planet Ceres to analyse its surface material and activity.

New research to promote reading among children

How can teachers promote students' reading engagement and reading competence? This will be studiet by researchers in education in close collaboration with teachers in Piteå. The project “The power of reading” has received a grant from the Swedish Institute for Educational Research of a total of SEK 4.5 million over three years.

Capture carbon dioxide using biotechnology

Carbon Capture Utilization (CCU) and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) are among the most important technologies to decarbonise the industry and help our economy to move away from fossil fuel, as described in the report recently published by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC AR6 WG3). Io Antonopoulou, researcher in Biochemical Process Engineering at Luleå University of Technology, participates in three important CCU and CCS-projects, one of them in cooperation with SunPine in northern Sweden.

They received the University Awards 2022

During an award ceremony on November 10, Luleå University of Technology recognized those who in various ways during the past year promoted knowledge development and education.

Proposal for a new Swedish research center for innovation-critical metals and minerals

In a new investigation on behalf of the government, it is proposed to build a Swedish research center for innovation-critical metals and minerals at Luleå University of Technology. The focus is on primary and secondary extraction and enrichment of metals and minerals and with the task of also working with knowledge dissemination.

Alumnus of the Year 2022: “I have my heart in Luleå University of Technology"

Eva Nordmark was appointed Minister of Employment with Stefan Löfven as prime minister, a task she continued to be trusted with under Magdalena Andersson. In Magdalena Andersson's government, she also became Minister for Gender Equality. Levelling social recruitment imbalance to higher education, regardless of the cause, is important both for justice and social economic reasons according to her. Eva Nordmark is Alumnus of the Year at Luleå University of Technology.

Hydrogen pipelines a new emerging infrastructure

The prestudy on hydrogen pipelines for transporting hydrogen across the border from Finland and for long distances in northern Sweden, is completed. The result shows that hydrogen pipelines may be needed as a complement to power lines for industry's large hydrogen and energy needs in northern Sweden. A new type of infrastructure is then emerging that needs more appropriate regulations for ownership and governance.

We must maintain the academic freedom

The EU must protect academic freedom, science-based policy making and open research data, not only in Europe but throughout the world. That is the message from 62 rectors and vice-rectors from the Nordic universities who met in Brussels on September 26-27 at the Nordic University Days. On site representing Luleå University of Technology was Pro Vice-Chancellor Pär Weihed.

New planning tool to mitigate land use conflicts in Sápmi

The transition to fossil-free energy production and the UN's sustainability goals require the extraction of minerals that cause intractable land conflicts, not least in Swedish Sápmi where the Sámi engage in reindeer husbandry. A new interdisciplinary project explores new strategic planning instruments that can manage land use conflicts in a way that is perceived as fair and legitimate.

Equality – a key to societal transformation

In connection with the regional Equality Day, an event organized by Luleå University of Technology, the County Administrative Board, Region Norrbotten and Norrbotten's municipalities, it was highlighted how important increased gender equality is for the green transition in northern Sweden.

"The future is positive for companies in northern Sweden"

Peter Carlsson, CEO and co-founder of Northvolt who this year has been appointed as a new honorary doctorate at Luleå University of Technology, talked about the Northvolt life-investment with Emma Härdmark, director of communications at Svemin, at Vetenskapens hus in an arrangement by IVA Nord and the Business Executives Council.

Circular economy is often better for the environment – but not always

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology and Chalmers University of Technology have developed a new method, Business Model LCA (BM-LCA), which helps companies calculate how climate footprints and other environmental impacts from operations change during a transition from a traditional to a circular business model. In the project, they have mainly looked at the market for high-quality outdoor clothing and for them this means renting their clothes instead of selling them.

Four new honorary doctors at Luleå University of Technology

Peter Englund, Peter Carlsson, Lisbeth Löpare-Johansson and Christopher Weible are appointed honorary doctors 2022 at Luleå University of Technology, Sweden.

Civil society an important actor for the long-term unemployed

There is a knowledge gap regarding the role of civil society in integrating people who are far from the labour market according to a new research report.
- Civil society organisations can help people in the target group through their good insight into their life situation, says Malin Lindberg, professor of gender and technology and one of the researchers behind the report.

Investment in biocarbon for fossil-free iron and steel production

Research groups and technology development companies are participating in a newly started project where they are taking major steps towards phasing out the use of fossil coal in the iron and steel industry in Sweden. The focus is on research into the production of biocarbon. Professor Kentaro Umeki at Luleå University of Technology will participate and lead a large part of the project, which is supported by the Swedish Energy Agency with 12 million sek.

Almedalen attracted people about hydrogen

Luleå University of Technology's hydrogen seminar at Almedalen, was popular. The starting point was the large industrial initiative with green hydrogen in northern Sweden, which are expected to be of great importance globally. Afterwards, it was both ordinary people, industry representatives, researchers and politicians who took the opportunity to ask their questions to the participants.

More research in cybersecurity

As society becomes more digital, threats to the IT systems we build also increase. Luleå University of Technology wants to contribute with competence and more solutions to these societal challenges and will invest more in the research field of cyber security.

The university will develop AI and digitalisation in the construction industry

The AI Factory project at Luleå University of Technology is now being further expanded with AIF Construction, with the construction industry. AIF Railway and AIF Mines already exist. Research, companies and authorities collaborate in the projects.
"Our goal is for AI to be an important tool in supporting and simplifying the industry's work", says Ramin Karim, professor and executive director.

Do we want to save endangered species with biotechnology?

Jurassic park is hardly feasible in reality, or even desirable. But today, biotechnology has come so far that it will soon be possible to recreate extinct species, and there are far-reaching plans to do so. In a research project at Luleå University of Technology, the attitude to using biotechnology to restore populations of endangered and extinct species will be investigated.

Advanced steel and iron production in Norrbotten already 2,000 years ago

Archaeological excavations on Sweden's northeastern border with Finland show that hunter-gatherer cultures in northern Fennoscandia around 0 AD mastered advanced iron-making and steel-making techniques, knowledge that was previously belived to exist only in ancient Rome. The excavations have been made in Sangis, between Kalix and Tornio, and Vivungi about 150 km from Pajala.

New foundation for sustainable transformation of the mining industry

LKAB donates SEK 200 million to a recently formed foundation with the aim of promoting research and education related to sustainable mining, at Luleå University of Technology.

Prestudy on hydrogen infrastructure around the Bothnian Bay

Building a high-pressure pipeline for hydrogen around the Bothnian Bay is a huge infrastructure investment that is now being analyzed by the research institute RISE and Luleå University of Technology. The goal is to develop scenarios and solutions for the role of hydrogen in the energy system.

Old bridge gets second life in research

The old Kalix bridge from 1957 gets a second life as a research object at Luleå University of Technology, both before and after demolition/dismantling. The construction of the new bridge began in 2019 and it was opened for traffic recently.

Business benefits from helping others

Helping others in business, beyond what is required in contracts and other binding agreements, creates positive value for both organisations and individuals. In a new thesis from Luleå University of Technology, Paying it Forward is analysed in the business to business ,B2B,context.

Major investment in new center for sustainable hydropower

In fierce competition, the Swedish Energy Agency chose to invest in the Swedish Center for Sustainable Hydropower, where Luleå University of Technology is the main applicant.

Facemasks hinder the spreading of particles

How do facemask hinder the spreading of liquid particles when we breathe and talk with and without facemasks? The corona pandemic has made the question of how well mouth protection prevents the spread of infection highly topical. Now, new research will be presented to the Public Health Agency of Sweden and the Swedish Research Council under the leadership of researchers from Luleå University of Technology.

The university's elite sports investment continues

Luleå University of Technology's investment in elite sports continues. The Swedish Sports Federation has extended the university's status as an elite sports-friendly university. The new agreement period extends to 2026.

The university appoints Vice-Rector for Applied AI

Luleå University of Technology appoints a Vice-Rector in Applied AI. – We want our region to become a sustainable flagship in applied AI on both national and EU level, says Marcus Liwicki, Professor of Machine Learning and newly appointed Vice-Rector of Applied AI.

Fine dust on the surface of Mars

There is a very thin layer of very fine, loose material on top of Mars’ soil. By using data from NASA’s Mars lander InSight, researchers been able to resolve an extremely thin layer of soil. – Soil on Mars behaves in peculiar ways, we need to understand that before we colonise Mars, says Axel Hagermann, Professor of Atmospheric Science at Luleå University of Technology and co-author of an article addressing the new findings.

Entrepreneurship is crucial for regional development

Research on the importance of industry composition for growth in a region is extensive. But the entrepreneur's role in this context is so far relatively unexplored. In a new dissertation in entrepreneurship and innovation from Luleå University of Technology, the author shows that viable entrepreneurship is crucial for a region to flourish.

Ten million for research on lifelong learning

Jessica K. Ljungberg, professor of Engineering Psychology at Luleå University of Technology, has been granted ten million kronor as a project manager together with other actors for research in the theme of lifelong learning.
"Among other things, we want to develop a digital tool that will be able to increase curiosity and desire to acquire knowledge", she says.

The Swedish Pensions Agency is launching an academy with the support of Luleå University of Technology

The Swedish Pensions Agency has recently created the “Pensionsmyndighetsakademien”, a platform for further training of its employees who work in IT. In the search for an education provider, the choice fell on Luleå University of Technology.

Alumni of the year 2021: Shilpi Sinha, Amanda Jansson and Maria Häll

Actress Amanda Jansson, IT pioneer Maria Häll and industrial design engineer Shilpi Sinha have been named Alumni of the Year at Luleå University of Technology in the anniversary year 2021.

Electric flights in the north may soon become a reality

Electrified aviation that connects cities in northern Sweden, Finland and Norway may become a reality in the near future. Certain components are still missing, but the technical conditions already exist today, researchers from Luleå University of Technology show.

First in the world with autonomous forwarding

The autonomous terrain vehicle that was designed and built at Luleå University of Technology can now also handle autonomous forwarding, ie collection and transport of round timber. It is the first time in world history that forwarding is done completely without human intervention. The researchers behind the successful trial see it as an important step towards more sustainable forestry.

Luleå University of Technology has appointed three Honorary Doctors, 2021

Luleå University of Technology has appointed three new Honorary Doctors: artist Sofia Jannok, former Minister for Business, Industry and Innovation Anders Sundström, and actress Sara Arnia.

SKF in collaboration with Luleå University of Technology’s CH2ESS initiative

SKF is a new partner in Luleå University of Technology's hydrogen initiative CH2ESS. As part of the collaboration, SKF will participate in and fund research within hydrogen use in industrial processes and energy systems, speeding up the development of fossil-free bearing steel.

New research wants to change the attitude to school transports

Outgoing from the research project Active school transports at Luleå University of Technology, now starts a new project with a focus on changing the norms in society regarding school transport.
"By shifting the focus from "unprotected" to "active" road users, we can open up for discussions about the effects on public health if more people are using active transport, as opposed to the risks involved in cycling and walking", says Stina Rutberg, Associate Professor of Physiotherapy.

The University in new strategic collaboration

Luleå University of Technology and Hitachi ABB Power Grids have signed a strategic partnership agreement. The collaboration has focus on industrial transformation, skills development, talent supply and research that contributes to a carbon-neutral energy future.

80 million is invested in more sustainable mining

LKAB will invest SEK 80 million kronor in research towards sustainable mining, with the goal, carbon dioxide-free processes and products by 2045. Half of the sum is invested in collaboration in four different research projects together with Luleå University of Technology, the leading university in applied research and education in mining and metallurgy, in Sweden and the Nordic countries.

New study of hockey players' attention abilities

Being an ice hockey player requires quick decisions and action. A research project in cognitive psychology will investigate whether there is anything that differs at different levels.
– The goal is to investigate 50 hockey players over the age of 18 at both elite and amateur level, women and men, says Daniel Sörman, senior lecturer in Engineering Psychology at Luleå University of Technology.
He encourages players who want to be part of the study to contact him.

LTU makes a difference at the UN climate conference

In Qatar, the UN climate conference is underway, where environment ministers from around the world discuss commitments to reduce emissions of temperature-raising greenhouse gases. There, Sweden's three strategic research environments in sustainable energy will present the Swedish Model, something that researchers at Luleå University of Technology has significant participation in.

Researcher will have an impact on Robotics in Europe

George Nikolakopoulos, Professor of Robotics and AI at Luleå University of Technology, has been appointed member of the Board of Directors in euRobotics. – Becoming a member of the board is a proof of quality for our entire robotic team, George Nikolakopoulos says.

Ski researcher selected by the Swedish Olympic Committee

The Swedish Olympic Committee, SOK, continues its investment in research and education by identifying and providing support to six strong Swedish sports researchers. Andreas Almqvist, professor of Machine Elements at Luleå University of Technology, is one of them, and together with SOK and the national waxing team, he is now aiming at developing the world's fastest ski for the Olympic Games in Beijing 2022.

Autonomous robots useful from the underground to space

Researchers from Luleå University of Technology are developing the next generation of autonomous robots – which can be used for enabling the future autonomous exploration of planets as well as multiple search and rescue missions and explorations on Earth. The University's new Spot robot plays an important role in the research.

New record for the number of admissions to Luleå University of Technology

13,835 people have been admitted to Luleå University of Technology's programs and courses that start in the autumn term 2021. This is an increase of just over 10 percent compared with the previous year and means that the university's increase trend of admissions continues. Luleå University of Technology belongs to the top ten in the country of higher education institutions, which increases the number of admitted students the most.

Effective reduction of microplastics in highway runoff

Large amounts of rubber, asphalt and other types of microplastics and micro-debris accompany the stormwater runoff from the high-traffic E4 at the Sundsvallsbron high bridge. In a unique study, researchers at Luleå University of Technology together with IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute, investigated how effective a stormwater treatment facility is at removing microplastics from one of Sweden's busiest motorways. The results are promising.

Researchers map the geology around Gällivare

During this summer, researchers from Luleå University of Technology map the geology around Gällivare with the help of geophysical measurements in the so-called D-Rex project. A number of large-scale geological structures in the area goes from the Swedish-Finnish border and 50 km south to Arjeplog. These structures have most likely been important for ore deposits in the Gällivare area.

Asteroids named after LTU researchers

Two asteroids located in the Main Asteroid Belt has been named Toliou and Tsirvoulis in recognition of Luleå University of Technology’s space researchers Athanasia Toliou and Georgios Tsirvoulis.

The University takes part in European investment in social innovations

The EU Commission has approved Sweden's application to establish a European competence center for social innovation. MSI, Mötesplats Social Innovation at Luleå University of Technology together with four other Swedish universities, Reach for Change and Include, will together with partners from Spain, France and Latvia gather and exchange knowledge in social innovation.

Luleå University of Technology offers lifelong learning for all

Do you want to strengthen your skills in finance, project management, digitization, marketing, or why not learn more about snow? Then take part in Luleå University of Technology's new open, web-based distance courses - so-called MOOCs that are accessible to everyone.

New collaboration will help the national alpine team to ski faster

AI is becoming an important tool in the competition for Swedish Olympic and World Cup medals. Luleå University of Technology's researchers in robotics and machine learning have started a collaboration with the Boden company TNTX with the goal of helping the alpine national team to ski faster and safer.

150 million to build excellence in maintenance research of railway system

Trafikverket is investing 150 million over ten years in pioneering railway research at Luleå University of Technology. Luleå Railway Research Center (JVTC) is trusted to build excellence in research of railways, with a focus on operation and maintenance of infrastructure and railway bridges. This grant from Trafikverket will facilitate the Swedish railway sectors efforts to achieve increased operational reliability and extended service life, higher capacity and safety which is expected to result in higher punctuality of trains.

New findings on the history of asteroids

Asteroids can be more porous than expected. In-situ measurements of the asteroid Ryugu suggest a mix of materials of various porosities originated in different places, possibly in different parts of a bigger planetary body. – Our findings might help future technological solutions to deflect asteroids from Earth, says Axel Hagermann, Professor of Atmospheric Science at Luleå University of Technology.

Luleå University of Technology gives full throttle to the hydrogen society

Luleå University of Technology is now making an extensive research and education investment in close collaboration with leading basic industries and energy producers. The focus is on hydrogen in industrial processes and energy systems. The core is the university's advanced pilot plant for large-scale industrial experiments, LTU Green Fuels.

Elderly care in focus for new 5G technology

At a retirement home in Övertorneå, Luleå University of Technology has opened Sweden's northernmost test bed for 5G. The purpose of the test environment is to facilitate the use of new technology in the care and nursing area. The first two innovations to be tested is a video conferencing system and a robot for digital home care.

New major EU project on sustainable mining

Luleå University of Technology is the only Swedish university that participates in a new large project on autonomous carbon neutral sustainable mining. In EU-funded NEXGEN SIMS, technology, methods and processes that will enable a more sustainable and efficient carbon neutral mining operation will be developed.

Researchers on IVA's prestigious 100 list

Three research projects from Luleå University of Technology are included at the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences' (IVA) 100 list 2021. This year's focus is society's ability to prepare for and handle crises.

The employer brand is important for Norrbotten's growth

Norrbotten is growing fast. By 2030, the region needs to employ 51,000 people. Anna Näppä, doctoral student in industrial marketing, has participated in a project owned by Luleå Business Region, whose purpose is to help companies attract the right kind of skills by developing their so-called employer brand.

Digital river provides answers to environmental impact

Short-term regulation of rivers can affect the environment in a river channel. Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have therefore developed a digital twin of a river stretch and can, with the help of that, estimate local environmental impact from short-term regulation of hydropower. The local environmental impact can then be balanced against the environmental value of being able to regulate weather-dependent electricity production such as solar and wind power.

Luleå University of Technology first with gender equality education for engineering students

According to a decision from the Vice-Chansellor, all educational programes at Luleå University of Technology should hav an introductory compulsory gender equality education during the first year of the programme by the autumn of 2021. The technical programmes started already in the autumn of 2020 with gender equality education, the first in Sweden of its kind.

"We have received help in depth and new ideas that we have not thought of."

The Skellefteå company Latitude 64 is a world-leading producer in disc golf and is growing so fast. Today, the business has a turnover of around 100 million and has 40 employees, a doubling since 2016.

Modern car gears can be dangerous in traffic

In modern cars, electronic gear selectors are often used instead of the old, mechanical model where it is designed as a joystick. Electronic gear selectors, so-called shift by wire, have the advantage that they are not as heavy, that they can be placed elsewhere in the car, and that they can be given a different design, such as a button or a rotary knob. The disadvantage is that some models can pose a danger in traffic. A new dissertation in technical psychology analyzes the new technology and what can be done to overcome the disadvantages.

AI Factory - new for the mining industry

LKAB and Boliden are part of a new collaboration between Luleå University of Technology and the mining industry. The goal is to reach a production with as little disruptions as possible.
– Based on research and innovation, we have developed a general concept for the use of new technologies on a digital platform that we call AI Factory. More doctoral students and researchers are now engaged, says Ramin Karim, professor of maintenance technology.

Full mobile coverage in rural areas

It is technically and economically possible to achieve full mobile coverage throughout Sweden, even in rural areas. By using technical and norm-breaking solutions, researchers at Luleå University of Technology will be able to reduce the digital divide between urban and rural areas.

Difficult to implement circular business models

Sweden aim for no net emissions of greenhouse gases by 2045. To achieve that goal, Swedish industry must change by developing circular business models. In an article in the reputable journal MIT Sloan Management Review, researchers in entrepreneurship and innovation report what problems are on the way and how these can be overcome.

Facebook supports the University's initiative Tech for Youth

Facebook supports several initiatives at Luleå University of Technology to increase children's and young people's interest in technology and science. In the Tech for Youth initiative, schools can participate in technology challenges and collaborate with the university's students for remote-controlled experiments.

Standard for residual current device needs to be changed

New types of electrical equipment can spread different types of currents, frequencies and waveforms that are not currently measured according to current standards. Therefore, the standard must be updated, according to an ongoing research project on residual current device at Luleå University of Technology. Residual current device in photovoltaic systems can be adversely affected and become a safety risk.

Smart tool measures snow quality

It is called Bevameter and is a mini version of a larger variant intended for measurements of snow. Researchers and students at Luleå University of Technology have continued to work on the supervisor and scaled it down significantly. Above all, because it should be easy to take in the field and generate benefit in a number of areas.

"I’ll relocate immediately if I’ll get a job after graduation"

The commissioned training in operation and maintenance technology for foreign-born engineers that Luleå University of Technology has developed in collaboration with the Swedish Public Employment Service and Northvolt has now started.

The research that will strengthen northern Sweden's companies

NorrlandsNavet started in the autumn of 2020 in collaboration between the Kamprad Family Foundation and Luleå University of Technology. In the research side, five industry-oriented doctoral projects are now being initiated. Doctoral students and researchers will, in close collaboration with small and medium-sized companies, contribute to strengthening business operations in northern Sweden.

Design and AI will increase diversity at work

Corporate recruitment campaigns often contain unknowingly exclusionary terms that can lead some people to refrain from applying for the job in question. In an ongoing research project, design and AI technology will be integrated to develop an attractive digital service that analyzes and corrects exclusive expressions while educating the user in a norm-critical perspective.

AI agenda will bring Sweden forward

The AI agenda for Sweden will strengthen the country's competitiveness and competence. – The University has a strong profile in industrial and applied AI research and education and plays an important role in Sweden's competence supply, says Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn, Vice-Chancellor of Luleå University of Technology.

NorrlandsNavet presents: Lunch and learn - webinars for companies

You bring the food - NorrlandsNavet bring the knowledge. NorrlandsNavet is now starting Lunch and learn, a free, digital seminar series for companies that wants to develop. Eat lunch in front of the screen and at the same time take part in current topics that can inspire and provide new perspectives on how you can develop your business. Smooth, easy and free of charge!

Luleå University of Technology signs declaration for strong democracy

On 18 February, the county's representatives sign the Declaration of a Strong Democracy. A unique initiative for democracy that says that Norrbotten will jointly develop and strengthen democratic principles.

New ski and snow lab aims to generate Swedish medals

Luleå University of Technology and The Swedish Olympic Committee (SOC) initiate a collaboration on technical research for performance development in sports.
– In a first step, we create a new innovative and dynamic ski and snow lab to produce the world's fastest skis, says HC Holmberg, SOC's head of research and development and new adjunct professor at Luleå University of Technology.

Luleå University of Technology celebrates the Sami National Day

Luleå University of Technology celebrates the day by hoisting the Sami flag at all university locations: Luleå, Skellefteå, Piteå and Kiruna. Luleå University of Technology is the northernmost university within Sápmi in Sweden and is located on old winter pasture.

Patched and repaired; the new high-tech

The wear and tear era is over. What increases the competitiveness of the industry of the future is to succeed in designing a product, for example a car that can be recycled, upgraded and reused over and over again. Luleå University of Technology's 28-million investment CREATERNITY with 100s of researchers in 25 different research subjects and a new graduate school, will develop the new circular economy with the help of, among other things, artificial intelligence, telecommunications and sensor technology.

New project for development in preschool and school

To promote development in preschool and school, Luleå University of Technology is starting a series of seminars with different themes. So far, eight seminars are planned.
– It is a new collaboration with preschools and schools in the county, and the organisation Norrbottens Kommuner, says Ulrika Bergmark, associate professor of education.

Northern Sweden will become world-leading in the climate transition of basic industry

Northern Sweden has the potential to globally show the way for a successful restructuring of the basic industry. A new focus at Luleå University of Technology in close collaboration with Swedish industry will develop the natural resource-based basic industry towards the UN's Sustainability Goals – while maintain and increase in profitability and competitiveness.

Large investment in a sustainable financial market

Vinnova will invest SEK 47 million during the coming five-year period in the Sustainable Finance Lab, which will conduct research for modernisation of the financial market from a sustainability perspective. One of the directors of the Sustainable Finance Lab is Malin Malmström, professor of entrepreneurship and innovation at Luleå University of Technology.

Develops green coal for industry

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology are investigating how the production of fossil-free green coal can be adapted for the steel industry. Demand is high. Green coal produced from forest biomass is crucial for the long-term success of fossil-free steel production.

Nursing researchers in predatory journals

Researchers in nursing who publish their results in so-called predatory journals are often experienced researchers, a new research study shows.
– It is a circumstance that risks trust in nursing research. For the individual researcher, this may mean that a published article becomes a burden instead of a merit, says Sebastian Gabrielsson, senior lecturer at Luleå University of Technology.

Great interest in climate tools

A recently completed analysis at Luleå University of Technology, in order to support municipalities' work to achieve the transport sector's climate goals, has already aroused interest in several places. The research project has been carried out in collaboration with the County Administrative Board of Västerbotten and its municipalities, which already want more of the same

Several shortcomings in coordinated care planning

Elderly people and relatives who participate in coordinated care planning do not always know why it takes place.
– They do not participate on the same terms as the staff, says Ingela Jobe, whose doctoral dissertation shows shortcomings in the coordinated care planning between municipalities and regions.

New Centre of Excellence in space

Luleå University of Technology and Swedish Space Corporation, SSC, deepens their collaboration. Thanks to a cooperation agreement with SSC, the university starts a Centre of Excellence within space, Centre for Space Technology.

Carbon dioxide capture for storage in the bedrock

Luleå University of Technology has been granted ten million by the Swedish Energy Agency to, in collaboration with the packaging company BillerudKorsnäs, develop a technique that captures carbon dioxide from the industry for future storage in the Swedish bedrock.

Vice-Chancellor Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn new member of IVA

Kungl. The Royal Academy of Sciences (IVA) strengthens its competence and know-how with 42 new members, seven of whom are international. Among those elected are Johan Kuylenstierna, Deputy Chairman of the Swedish Climate Policy Council, Johan Forssell, CEO of Investors, Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn, Vice-Chancellor at Luleå University of Technology and Director Andreas Schleicher from the OECD.

AI or human – who makes the smartest investments?

Do algorithms make better and fairer investments in start-ups than human angel investors do? Luleå University of Technology professor Malin Malmström has investigated this together with colleagues from Hanken School of Economics in Finland and St Gallen University in Switzerland. The results have now been published in the prestigious Harvard Business Review.

Uses AI to examine balance

The system involved in human balance is a complex one. To be able to investigate it properly, Mascha Pauelsen uses artificial intelligence, AI.
– I have used machine learning, which can analyse many variables simultaneously, she says.

Examines how climate change affects industries in the Arctic

Maria Petterson, Professor of Law, participates in an interdisciplinary EU project on the future effects of climate change on small-scale, traditional industries. The project, which requires national co-financing, has been granted funding from Formas of more than SEK 3 million for the period 2020 - 2023.

Universities open for short-term layoffs

Luleå University of Technology and Lund University are currently developing a model that increases the exchange of knowledge between business and universities during the covid-19 pandemic. Personnel in the business world are given a simpler opportunity for competence development at universities, on site or digitally. The possibility is now being tested within a project financed by Vinnova.

The goal: fewer elderly people die in fires

Among the people who die in house fires, the elderly stand out in the statistics. At Luleå University of Technology, research is done on how staff at the home care service feel that they can contribute to increased fire safety.
– We want to investigate whether it is the best solution, says Michael Försth, professor.

An olympic champion, an astronaut and a professor are new honorary doctors

Luleå University of Technology has appointed three new honorary doctors: cross-country skier Charlotte Kalla, astronaut Jessica Meir and Professor Dean Shepherd, an internationally leading researcher in entrepreneurship.

Luleå University of Technology and Boliden sign collaboration agreements

Luleå University of Technology and Boliden are today entering in to a long-term strategic collaboration agreement. The new agreement means that collaboration will be enhanced in terms of competence provision and competence development, as well as research and innovation – towards leading positions within automation and resource utilization.

New study on covid care

New research on respiratory care at covid-19 is currently ongoing at Luleå University of Technology. Professor Åsa Engström leads the project.
– It was very difficult for relatives who were not allowed to see the patients. Some stood outside the hospital to feel close to them.

New engine research promotes green conversion

New research from Luleå University of Technology can contribute to more energy-efficient internal combustion engines. Something that in the long run can mean a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions and facilitate a green transition of the global vehicle fleet.

Alumni of the year 2020: Helena Hed and Meleknur Alevcan

Meleknur Alevcan has helped hundreds of elderly people with free therapy during the corona pandemic. Helena Hed has had a long and successful career at Sweco, and will soon be the new President and CEO of listed PE Teknik & Arkitektur.

The urban transformations of the mining towns through the eyes of the citizens

The mining communities of Kiruna and Gällivare are undergoing a major urban transformation process to ensure the survival of the mining industry. A new dissertation from Luleå University of Technology analyzes how the citizens in those mining communities create an image of their own society during the ongoing urban transformation. The image of the hometown changes as the years go by and affects people's willingness to move or stay.

Exoplanets studied were similar to Earth

Researchers in Atmospheric Science at Luleå University of Technology have developed a new way to determine habitability of exoplanets. By studying the atmospheres of the planets, they found at least 45 exoplanets with Earth-like properties.

Innovators of the Year 2020 - for the benefit of many people

The Innovator of the Year 2020 Employee of the Year award goes to Ulrika Rova, Professor of Biochemical Process Engineering. The Innovator Student of the Year award goes to David Sundvall and his brother Kristian Sundvall.

Environmentally friendly new method for washing clothes

Örjan Johansson, professor in Engineering Acoustics at Luleå University of Technolgy, will in collaboration with the company Ozoneair try to develop a completely new and perhaps revolutionary method for washing. By combining ozone and ultrasound in a washing ball, the idea is to release "superpowers" that make the laundry extra clean in an environmentally friendly way.

Drop-in fuel profitable for the pulp industry

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have, in collaboration with, among others, Smurfit Kappa, Europe's largest manufacturer of paper packaging and the pulp mill Södra Cell in Mörrum, investigated the possibility and profitability of producing drop-in fuel from the pulp industry's residual products. Drop-in fuel is biofuel that is blended into fossil fuel to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

New dissertation on the construction industry's safety work

The construction industry is one of Sweden's most affected by accidents. A new dissertation in human work science from Luleå University of Technology states that a great deal of responsibility is placed on the individual in safety work. Furthermore, it appears that there are expectations that more women in the construction industry will lead to safer workplaces.

Wastewater is tested for coronavirus

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have participated in a European study in which wastewater was sampled in a number of municipalities in Sweden at the same time and then analyzed for SARS-CoV-2. The approach may provide indications of future corona outbreaks.

Autonomous vehicle ready for the terrain

An autonomous terrain vehicle, designed and built at Luleå University of Technology, is now ready to be tested in the field.
– It is a unique machine – there is no one similar in the world as far as we know, says professor Magnus Karlberg.

Creates safer solar power in our homes

The Swedish Energy Agency and Energiforsk have commissioned researchers at Luleå University of Technology to investigate the problem that residual current devices, which are intended to prevent serious accidents, do not always seem to work at photovoltaic systems in domestic and industrial installations.

New mineral discovered

A scientist at Luleå University of Technology is one of the persons behind the discovery of a brand new mineral, which has now been named zinkgruvanit.
– It's a bit of a childhood dream for a geologist. It is also a good reminder that there is still a lot of new things to discover in nature, says Nils Jansson, senior lecturer in ore geology.

Common Earth modelling of the Kiruna mining district

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology will, together with LKAB, do a comprehensive survey of the ore body in the Kiruna area.
– We compile all available data in a single model to find out what the bedrock looks like in depth, says Tobias Bauer, associate professor of ore geology at Luleå University of Technology.

New innovation provides more reliable railway traffic

Professor Jan Lundberg, active in the field of operations and maintenance engineering at Luleå University of Technology, promises more reliable trains in the future with the help of his own invention. An application for a patent is submitted to the The Swedish Intellectual Property Office.

Researchers will develop an experimental methodology for railway maintenance

Every year, wear and tear on the railroad causes enormous costs, not only in the form of repair costs but also due to delays in train traffic. Now, researchers at Luleå University of Technology will develop models to support the choice of maintenance measures on the railway.

LTU becomes new European University

Luleå University of Technology and four other Swedish universities have been appointed new European universities within the framework of an initiative from the European Commission.

Great interest for studying at Luleå University of Technology

Almost 12,500 persons have been admitted to Luleå University of Technology's programs and courses that start in the autumn semester of 2020. This is an increase of 23 percent compared with the previous year.

Large research grant for Active school transport

The project Active school transport at Luleå University of Technology has been awarded a total of SEK 15.8 million. With 17 collaborative partners and funding from, among others, Vinnova, researchers Stina Rutberg and Anna-Karin Lindqvist will develop the concept. "The vision is that 80 percent of children should use active school transport", says Anna-Karin Lindqvist, associate professor.

New dissertation: Me too challenged the image of the forest industry's equality work

The consensus- and market-oriented gender equality work in the forestry sector stands in conflict with the experiences of discrimination by female employees. This is stated in a new dissertation from Luleå University of Technology.

New collaboration for the industry of the future

Northvolt, Skellefteå Municipality, Luleå University of Technology and RISE Research Institutes of Sweden initiate a new strategic collaboration to develop the supply of skills for the modern industry.

Investments in the data center industry continue

More business, more employees and new start-ups. These are some of the objectives when researchers at Luleå University of Technology will help small and medium-sized companies in the data center industry to expand.

Poetry promotes self-understanding and acceptance

High school students who read poetry in their spare time do so for the strong aesthetic and emotional experiences. The poetry reading also entails increased self-understanding, acceptance and community during difficult periods. This according to new research at Luleå University of Technology.

Wants to see greater focus on work-life health promotion

Existing studies on organizing work from a health-promoting perspective has a greater focus on what does not work rather than what actually works. This according to an overview that researchers from Luleå University of Technology have commissioned for the Swedish Agency for Work Environment Expertise.

Swedes prefer subsidized night trains over air taxes

Swedes prefer biofuel requirements, subsidies for night trains as well as requirements for climate declaration of aviation over taxes and limiting the flying of individuals. This is stated in a recently published research report on policy measures in aviation. One of the co-authors of the report is Simon Matti, professor of political science at Luleå University of Technology.

Luleå research on the Solar Impuls Foundation list

The Solar Impuls Foundation has included the DISIRE project, coordinated by Luleå University of Technology, in their list of top 1 000 technologies to change the world. – It is a great honor and responsibility to have DISIRE on this prestigious list, says George Nikolakopoulos, Professor of Robotics and AI.

Want to spread old knowledge about reindeer slaughter

In a new project within Interreg Sápmi, an innovative education is being developed to make small businesses in the reindeer industry more competitive and attractive.

NorrlandsNavet – a new business development center

The Kamprad Family Foundation for Entrepreneurship, Research & Charity initiates NorrlandsNavet, a new business development center at Luleå University of Technology to strengthen and develop small and medium-sized enterprises in northern Sweden. The foundation invests a total of SEK 100 million over eight years.

New concrete methods can save 50 million a year

The need for environmentally friendly and strong concrete is increasing in Sweden. Several major infrastructure projects are currently underway, such as Förbifart Stockholm, and tunnels and bridges for the Götaälv and Mälarbanan. Sweden's leading concrete lab at Luleå University of Technology has now been upgraded, to be able to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions and costs in the Swedish concrete industry, this year, not least when building in cold climates.

Study the effect of long-term oxygen deficiency

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology have developed a method to study how muscle cells in the blood vessels of the lung, permanently contract because of long-term oxygen deficiency. This phenomenon leads to increased pressure in the vessels of the lung and the strain on the heart increases. The effect is evident in lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and the prevailing Covid-19 pandemic; Insufficient oxygen exchange due to disturbed lung function can lead to death during infections.

New acoustic lab for testing winter tires

The sound from the contact between the tire and the roadway is perceived inside the car as a source of irritation and a disturbance for coversations. Tire noise is a major part of the car's overall sound image and entails costly control measures on the part of the community.

Eva Hamilton new chair of the University board

Eva Hamilton, former CEO of SVT, becomes new chairperson of the board of Luleå University of Technology.
– Top priority will be addressing the issue of the properties. There is much to be done there, she says.

Many applications for University programmes

Many want to study at Luleå University of Technology this fall and the number of applicants has increased compared to last year.

How effective are face masks?

How do particles spread when a person coughs with or without a face mask? A group of researchers, including from Luleå University of Technology, wants to increase knowledge about this.

New Deputy programme manager of Bio4Energy

Elisabeth Wetterlund, associate professor of Energy Engineering at Luleå University of Technology, has been appointed new deputy director of the research environment Bio4Energy. Bio4Energy is a Swedish strategic research environment with emphasis on research that uses the forest as raw material for sustainable production of energy carriers, new materials and biofuels.

Examines students' study motivation

What is it that motivates students in their school work and can you find keys to unlock the individual's driving forces? These are questions that a new project at Luleå University of Technology hopes to find the answers to.

Can crowdfunding contribute to climate change?

Can so-called grassroots funding (crowdfunding) be a way to finance new climate projects and sustainable energy projects in Norrbotten? Researchers in Economics at Luleå University of Technology will investigate this in a new research project.

The profession affects memory as we grow older

What we work with during life has an impact on memory as we grow older. This can be shown by memorial researchers at Luleå University of Technology and Umeå University.

Can extreme weather affect people's support for climate control?

In a new research project, researchers in Political Science at Luleå University of Technology will investigate how different forms of extreme weather affect the public's support for different types of climate control measures.

Former national team manager new leader for elite sports environment

Former national cross-country team manager Joakim Abrahamsson is the new leader and coach for elite sports at Luleå University of Technology, with a special focus on cross-country skiing, biathlon and ski orienteering.

60 million for research in Wood Science and Engineering

A unique computer tomograph, specialized in in-depth x-ray, will shortly be delivered to the laboratory in Wood Science and Engineering at Luleå University of Technology. The equipment is an important component of CT Wood, a newly started strategic research program, which is focused on applied research in close collaboration with the wood industry.

Anders Sundström chair of the university's new advisory board

Future technology, sustainable natural resources and the development of the region. Strategic initiatives to find solutions to challenges in these three areas are the main focus of Luleå University of Technology's new external advisory board – which will be chaired by Anders Sundström.

University signs cooperation agreement with Epiroc

The global engineering company Epiroc and Luleå University of Technology intend to strengthen strategic cooperation in education, research and innovation in the long term, where the University is one of Epiroc's first choices of academic partner. A cooperation agreement has now been signed between the parties.

The Vice-chancellor and a professor in the government's collaboration groups

Luleå University of Technology is represented in two of the government's four collaborative groups that will create innovative solutions for society. The Vice-Chancellor Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn is part of the Group of Skills Supply and Lifelong Learning, while Professor Vinit Parida is part of the Group for Digital Structure Transformation.

New research on best ways to store snow

The winter sports holiday is approaching, but parts of Sweden have not had any meteorological winter or snow this season. In a new study, researchers at Luleå University of Technology have investigated the best insulation materials for snow storage.

National efforts to valorize forest raw materials is strenghten from the north

Luleå University of Technology is a new partner in Treesearch, a world-unique platform for research on new materials and products from the forest. The initiative brings together Swedish universities, forestry and industry, private foundations and the state. The goal is to create future innovations from Swedish forest raw materials through a strong national effort.

Plasma technology, a step towards zero emissions of greenhouse gases

The goal is to replace fossil fuels with electric drive in industrial burners, something that has the potential to reduce Sweden's carbon dioxide emissions by several million tonnes per year. A five-year research project is now underway at Luleå University of Technology.

Large vocabulary extra important for children with cochlear implants

The vocabulary plays the biggest role when it comes to developing reading comprehension for children with cochlear implants (CIs). This has been shown by researchers at Luleå University of Technology.

Safety assignments are not prioritized at school

One of the primary school principals' most important tasks is to lead the work against abusive treatment, discrimination and harassment. Although the task plays a major role for students' health, development and learning, the assignment is often lower prioritized, according to new research from Luleå University of Technology.

How female entrepreneurs can respond to gender stereotypes

Female entrepreneurs can be more successful in fundraising processes by anticipating and handling potentially biased responses to their pitches, according to a large-scale study led by Luleå University of Technology's professor Malin Malmström.

Construction studies in Antarctica

The Swedish research station Wasa in Antarctica was built 30 years ago. I is built in timber. Dag Haugum is researching how this building has coped with the harsh climate and that knowledge can improve timber structures here at home in the cool Nordic region.

Elderly give their opinions about new technology in healthcare

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology are investigating how elderly perceive the use of new technology that can replace healthcare and care staff at certain stages. It is about, for example, connected shower robots and alarm and surveillance systems.

LTU builds advanced AI factory for railway

AI technology that manages to predict the operational and maintenance needs of the railways in Sweden - and that facilitated the automation of maintenance and repair decisions. The AI Factory will simplify the decision-making process in maintenance through an advanced AI platform aimed for operation and maintenance of railway at Luleå University of Technology. Real-world experiments with a digitalised railway will be carried out throughout the country.

LTU researcher in the leadership of an Antarctic expedition

The remains of the first Swedish Antarctic expedition are threatened to be destroyed by the rapid climate change. Now Swedish and Argentine researchers will go there to document and try to preserve the remains before it is too late. Dag Avango, Professor of History at Luleå University of Technology, leads the Swedish research team during the CHAQ 2020 expedition.

30 million for AI research

Strengthened innovations, greater competitiveness and more sustainable development in applied research in artificial intelligence. That is the purpose of a new project, Applied AI DIH North, which is led by Luleå University of Technology.

Luleå University of Technology – a new elite sport-friendly university

The Swedish Sports Confederation has appointed Luleå University of Technology to an elite sport-friendly university. The University also plans for an elite environment for cross-country skiing, biathlon and ski orienteering.

Four prestige projects for machine elements

Three researchers from the subject in machine elements, Professor Andreas Almqvist, Associate Professor Yijun Shi and researcher Liwen Mu, have been awarded grants for four new research projects from the Swedish Research Council and Formas.

Researchers will support digitalisation in the region's small businesses

Researchers at Luleå University of Technology will help small and medium-sized companies in the process industry in northern Sweden and Finland to develop new digital services and business models that involve companies collaborating more with each other.

Oxygen fluctuations on Mars a mystery for Scientists to solve

New research results show that the amount of oxygen on Mars varies over time in a way that current models cannot explain. Why is a mystery yet to be solved.
– There are still photochemistry processes in the atmosphere of Mars that are unknown, says Javier Martin-Torres, Professor of Atmospheric Science at Luleå University of Technology.

Innovation driven by climate change

Thomas Öström, CEO of Climeon AB, new honorary doctorate at Luleå University of Technology, invited the audience on the history behind a company, that attracts the world's leading financiers in pioneering renewable energy .

New research topic: Robotics and AI

Luleå University of Technology establishes a new research subject: Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. The Department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering will host the subject.

Macho culture in mines about to be challenged

The proportion of women working in the mines is steadily increasing, but there are still signs of a prevalence of a macho culture. Lisa Ringblom, PhD in Human Work Sciences at Luleå University of Technology, has studied the gender equality work in the Swedish mining industry's work organizations.

Liv Sandberg and Philip Engström are Alumni of the Year 2019

Facebook's Head of Agency Liv Sandberg and Philip Engström, who has a successful career at the company Important Looking Pirates, have been named Alumni of the Year at Luleå University of Technology.

New AI project for improved support for young people

How can artificial intelligence be used to improve support for young people at risk of mental illness? In a new project, researchers at Luleå University of Technology will develop a 24-hour service with conversational support in the form of a so-called chatbot.

AI streamlines production in paper mills

Damage to paper machines in paper mills will be anticipated and prevented by artificial intelligence. By using automation, maintenance resources can be released and create a more proactive maintenance work. This is the goal of KnowIT, a project coordinated by Luleå University of Technology.

Regulations make it difficult for newly arrived students

Young people who have fleed to Sweden find it difficult to enter the national high school programs because they are not given enough time to meet the eligibility requirements. This according to new research at Luleå University of Technology. In Sweden, 30,000 newly arrived students each year attend a so-called language introduction program, in preparation for the national upper secondary education.

Royal visit to the university

Green metals, digital winter road maintenance, a VR mine experience, a demonstration of autonomous drones and of the Swedish Mars instrument HABIT. King Carl XVI Gustaf gained insight into research in a variety of fields when he visited Luleå University of Technology.

New honorary doctors at Luleå University of Technology

Norra Timber's CEO Pär Lärkeryd and Climeon's founder Thomas Öström are new honorary doctors of technology at Luleå University of Technology.

Professor Christina Wanhainen - unique in Sweden

Christina Wanhainen, professor in ore geology was recently appointed Head of subject, which makes her unique in that position in Sweden. In her research, she focuses, among other things, on finding valuable trace metals by characterizing minerals in ores and ore waste, such as mine dumps and tailings - in order to extract them in a sustainable way if possible.

Field experiments of autonomous drones in a mine-like environment

For the first time, the robotics group at Luleå University of Technology showed field trials with autonomous drone flying in a mine-like environment. Research groups around the world have successfully flown autonomous drones indoors in labs, but few have the knowledge to fly autonomously outdoors and in dark and unstructured rock caverns or mines.

How does the mine add value even after mining?

For the second year in a row, Luleå University of Technology organized a seminar in collaboration with Svemin, LKAB, Boliden, SIP STRIM and other companies, on the theme of how mining areas can be used in a new business way on the day mining is stopped. There was great interest in the seminar.

Seven million for research projects on accessibility for play

Play and what excludes children from play are central themes in the research to be carried out within the EU's Horizon 2020 research program. – We will employ two doctoral students in Luleå, as part of a joint project with universities in three other countries, says Maria Prellwitz, assistant professor of occupational therapy at Luleå University of Technology.

Luleå University of Technology and Piteå municipality sign increased cooperation

Piteå municipality and Luleå University of Technology, have adopted a joint declaration of intent, which will strengthen both the municipality's development and the university's activities, with regard to education and skills development, research and innovation, as well as experimental environments and centers of expertise.

Chairman of the University Board of Luleå University of Technology appointed new minister

Eva Nordmark, chairman of the TCO and chairman of the University Board at Luleå University of Technology, since 2013, has been appointed new Labor Minister. Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn, Vice-Chancellor of Luleå University of Technology, congratulates her on the appointment.

Digitized control for future railway switches

With a large number of sensors and the collection of large amounts of data, researchers at Luleå University of Technology will, using smart algorithms, produce more reliable analyzes for the health of railway switches. This technology aims to find a method for more efficient maintenance and less interruptions and delays, which costs society a lot of money today.

Unique research project on rehabilitation

Maria Larsson- Lund, professor of Occupational Therapy at Luleå University of Technology, has been awarded SEK 4, 5 million from the Kamprad Family Foundation. The funds will be used for a research project on digital rehabilitation through the Health Care Guide 1177.
– It is a unique project that, in a first step, is aimed at people affected by stroke, she says.

Compost bags that break – here's the explanation

Are you one of those who throw your food waste into flammable instead of using compost bag? Have you experienced that the compost bag broke down on the way to the garbage can? Five students at Luleå University of Technology have investigated the factors that make the compost bags not, even though they are made for the purpose.

How to make food waste into a profitable business

Researchers in the field of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Luleå University of Technology, have been granted SEK 3.7 million to study the management of food waste in the food and beverage industry. The researchers will develop business models for how to make money from residues and waste from the food industry, instead of waste simply being dumped.

Luleå University of Technology joins the Swedish climate framework

Luleå University of Technology joins the Swedish climate framework. A wide-ranging climate transition of our societies is needed if we are to limit global warming and meet the 1.5 degrees Celsius objective. Therefore, Luleå University of Technology joins the national climate framework with 35 other Swedish universities and university colleges.

Test environment for the future mobile network opened

Luleå University of Technology has one of Sweden's first test environments for the fifth generation mobile phone network, 5G.
– The infrastructure is crucial for all technological development in healthcare, learning, mining and other industry, says Birgitta Bergvall-Kåreborn, Vice-Chancellor of Luleå University of Technology.

New forest collaboration will strengthen research and education

Luleå University of Technology has signed a collaboration agreement with the Swedish Forest Industries Federation and Swedish Wood. The collaboration – which includes research, innovation and education – should lead to investments that ensure the supply of skills and support the transition to a bio-based economy.

Prestigious Collaboration with NASA/JPL in Space Robotics and AI

NASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Robotics Team at Luleå University of Technology has started a long-term collaboration on drones for autonomous aerial planetary exploration.

Trying to clean PFAS contaminated soil directly in the field

PFAS is an environmental pollutant that received much attention during the last decade. PFAS is a non-degradable chemical that, once spread into nature, will remain there almost forever. This property makes the treatment of PFAS a very challenging task. At the moment, there is no established treatment in the market to effectively remediate PFAS contaminated masses.

Researchers will help Swedish companies become more competitive internationally

A new research project at Luleå University of Technology will help Swedish companies to become more competitive in the international market by developing new digital services.

Lighter trucks with warm formed steel

The electrification of heavy transport is one of the driving forces behind a new EU project coordinated by Luleå University of Technology in collaboration with, among others, Scania. The goal is to create a lightweight truck design using warm formed steel, which leads to more efficient transports since the trucks can take more load.

Historical collaboration agreement with LKAB

Luleå University of Technology and LKAB strengthen the collaboration through a strategic collaboration agreement in education, research and innovation. The aim is to increase the quality of competence development and lifelong learning, research and innovation.

EU-project will develop Additive Manufacturing

The EIT RawMaterials funded innovation project SAMOA, led by Luleå University of Technology, aims to scale up the process chain of raw aluminium alloys from material efficient powder production, energy efficient laser and arc wire additive manufacturing to material recycling in order to reduce material need of up to 50 per cent.

Can sustainability management increase social acceptance for mining?

Improved sustainability performance; socially, environmentally and economically. This is the purpose of the project "Walk the talk", a collaboration between Luleå University of Technology and Swedish the mining industry.

Forest and sea residues strengthen the stomach

With the help of forest residues such as sawdust, branches and tops (GROT) and cellulose from sea squirts, researchers in Biochemical Process Engineering at Luleå University of Technology, want to make our stomach to feel better. The researchers are the first to develop prebiotics from non-edible forest and sea resources, into a type of fiber that helps beneficial bacteria in the large intestine to thrive and multiply.

Method development for final storage of arsenic

From mines and smelters some waste containing high levels of arsenic will occur. Today, this waste ends up at different landfills, but in a new research project, Luleå Technical University's professor Jurate Kumpiene will develop a method for safe final storage of arsenic.

Published:7 April 2020

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