Strategic recruitments to advance research and collaboration

Beviljade projekt

• Regenerative textile value chains – University of Borås

  The textile industry is facing urgent sustainability challenges that require more than incremental improvements. This project focuses on regenerative textile value chains, where companies not only reduce their negative impact but also contribute positively to the environment and society. By recruiting Professor Abhijit Majumdar from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, the University of Borås aims to strengthen its expertise in circular and regenerative textile research.

  Key facts

  Funding SEK 976 075

  Project manager Rudrajeet Pal

  Project partners Lindex, Swin Technologies, TEKO, Houdini Sportswear, Domsjö Fabriker
• Industry 5.0 transformation – Jönköping University

  The IndusBridge 5.0 project aims to build bridges between academia and industry to accelerate the transition to Industry 5.0. At the centre of the collaboration is an adjunct senior lecturer based at Volvo Construction Equipment. The collaboration will enable research directly in industrial environments, the development of new tools, and the integration of real industrial cases into education.

  Key facts

  Funding SEK 2 692 529

  Project manager Carla Machado

  Project partners Volvo Construction Equipment
• Sustainable tourism – Linnaeus University

  At Linnaeus University, a new centre for research, education and collaboration in sustainable tourism will be established: the Centre for Tourism and Sustainability (CTS). Through the recruitment of Professor Scott Cohen, the project strengthens academic capacity and collaboration with industry, with a focus on climate-conscious and long-term sustainable tourism destinations.

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  Funding SEK 1 377 401

  Project manager Marianna Strzelecka

  Project partners Destination Kalmar, Kalmar Öland Airport, Ödevata Gårdshotell
• Fire safety in timber structures – Linnaeus University

  Timber is a sustainable construction material, but concerns around fire safety still limit its wider use. By appointing Dr. Robert McNamee, an expert in fire science and engineering, Linnaeus University will strengthen its research profile in timber construction. The project is carried out in close collaboration with RISE and the construction sector.

  Key facts

  Funding SEK 2 480 561

  Project manager Thomas K. Bader

  Project partners Brandskyddslaget, Dalahus, Lindbäcks, RISE, Sveriges Träbyggnadskansli, Södra, Trygg-Hansa
• Software engineering for the AI transformation – Mid Sweden University

  By appointing Dr. Lucas Gren from Getinge, Mid Sweden University will strengthen its research and education environment in software engineering. The appointment enables co-produced research, case studies and student projects focusing on how AI and generative technologies can be introduced and governed in regulated healthcare contexts. The aim is to develop knowledge and working methods that enhance quality, safety and trust in software-intensive settings.

  Key facts

  Funding SEK 1 099 367

  Project manager Felix Dobslaw

  Project partners Getinge
• Metal additive manufacturing – Mid Sweden University

  The AM-BRIDGE project aims to strengthen Mid Sweden University’s research and education environment in metal additive manufacturing through a strategically important adjunct professorship in Electron Beam Powder Bed Fusion. By appointing Ulrik Ljungbland from Freemelt, the project will develop and test new methods, monitoring concepts, process strategies and demonstrators. The results are expected to contribute to increased competitiveness in Swedish industry, with applications in areas such as energy and aerospace.

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  Funding SEK 2 605 562

  Project manager Lars-Erik Rännar

  Project partners Freemelt
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