Areas of excellence in research and innovation

Attractive built environment

We are shaping attractive built environment for the support of sustainable living in cold climate through challenge-driven research of excellence and development of innovative and holistic systems and artefacts.

Effective innovation and organisation

One of the major challenges is to shape a society that can quickly adapt to a dynamic and increasingly globalized and knowledge-driven environment by stimulating and contributing to effective innovations both of a technical and organizational nature.

Future mining

Demand for metals on the world market is increasing, and the Swedish as well as the international mining industry is increasing its production.Sweden is the country in Europe which is the most important metal producer, and the Swedish mining industry is important also from a European perspective.The best opportunities to find new ore deposits in Europe can be found in Sweden and Finland.

Renewable energy

The availability of renewable energy at a competitive price and efficient energy systems with a high level of security of supply are important prerequisites for future sustainable growth.Our vision is to work together with industry and stakeholders within society to create an internationally leading research and innovation environment in order to demonstrate a long-term sustainable energy system.

Innovative art and science

Art can evoke emotions and touch us – make us ask questions, create well-being, or provoke.Art can also help us to communicate experiences and information.When art meets technology, the creativity that exists within each area can together provide new opportunities to solve complex problems.

Sustainable transportation

The future of sustainable transport will depend on smart and innovative solutions to cope with an increase in the flow of goods at the same time as it will reduce the harmful effects on the environment and climate.Demand for better interoperability between different modes of transport, better maintenance, lower energy use, as well as an increase in the capacity of existing transportation systems will be required.The transport of goods and people must function equally well in winter, spring, summer and autumn.

Intelligent industrial processes

A versatile and competitive industry is important for Sweden’s and Europe’s future status as new players are emerging.To secure our position, constant improvement and development of industrial processes are required in order to increase productivity while reducing the pressures on the climate and the environment.

Enabling ICT

Enabling ICT has a broad base in LTU's research resources within the information and communication field. Together, we drive the development of new ICT-based knowledge and applications in the areas of e-health, smart regions, data centers and cloud services.

Smart machines and materials

Machines of the future must become more efficient, easier, smarter, safer and have a minimal impact on the climate, nature and man.They must also become more efficient and lighter in order to reduce energy consumption, cost and the use of resources.Machines have to be smarter and safer, in order to offer more flexibility, more autonomy and less risk of injury.

Learning

Luleå University of Technology will make a strategic effort in 2018 on research in the field of Learning. The overall goal is to develop a vision and target image for the Learning Area - to define what the university will gather, highlight and profile.

Health

2018–2019, a strategic effort will be made to strengthen research in the field of health at Luleå University of Technology. The goal is to increase clustering, positioning, visibility and external financing.

Space

Space is a strategically important research area at Luleå University of Technology. Learn more about our research; the building of miniaturized satellites and development of space technology, and how our researchers are involved in looking for life on Mars.

Research News»

Groundbreaking methods for district heating and district cooling

In a new project, researchers at Luleå University of Technology will optimize systems for district heating and district cooling by utilizing flexibility in the systems. The project aims to optimize the flexibility in the district energy sector.

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 5G capabilities uncovered with indoor testing

Increased capacity and better performance will be showcased when Luleå University of Technology expands its 5G test bed with an indoor system. Jointly developed by Telia and Ericsson, this facility opens up fantastic new opportunities for both researchers and companies.

Upcoming events

CANCELLED: CAMM2 Seminar 2020

21 Apr. 2020 09:00 – 22 Apr. 2020 15:00 , LTU:

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, CAMM seminar scheduled for 21-22 April 2020, is being postponed to autumn 2020. The new date will be announced as soon as it is decided.

Dissertation Gabriel Sabau - Steel Structures

28 Apr. 2020 10:00 – 11:00 , F1031:

Flexural buckling of highstrength steel columns

CANCELLED: Inauguration of the sauna lab Sunderby hospital

29 Apr. 2020 13:00 – 16:00 , Aulan:

The event has been canceled until further notice. We will return with a new date.

Does the sauna have any health effects and why was it built 10,000 saunas in Sweden? At the inauguration of the new sauna lab at Sunderby Hospital, you will find answers to these questions.

Disseration Helen Galfi - Urban Water Engineering

5 May. 2020 10:00 – 11:00 , F1031:

Assessment of stormvater and snowmelt quality based on water management priorities and the consequent water quality parameters