https://ki.se RSS News Listing https://news.ki.se/swedish-research-council-publishes-national-guidelines-for-responsible-internationalisation The Swedish Research Council has published national guidelines for responsible internationalisation. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:03:13 +0100 https://news.ki.se/kis-new-deans-and-deputy-deans-as-of-1-july The President has now decided who will become KI’s new deans and deputy deans for higher education, doctoral education and research from 1 July 2026 to 31 December 2029, when their term of office expires. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:36:09 +0100 https://news.ki.se/international-expert-panel-for-research-evaluation-visits-ki An international expert panel will visit Karolinska Institutet on 10–11 March as part of KI’s new model for research evaluation, the KI Research Assessment (KIRA). The evaluation focuses on the processes and conditions that enable high‑quality research. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:20:22 +0100 https://news.ki.se/decision-on-revised-guidelines-for-research-centres-within-ki The Committee for Research has reviewed the guidelines for KI‑governed research centres and decided on a simplified process for their establishment, evaluation and discontinuation. The decision means, among other things, that responsibility for centres established at the university will be moved closer to the departments. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:55:52 +0100 https://news.ki.se/who-do-you-want-to-see-as-faculty-members-on-the-faculty-board-and-committees Nominations are now open for positions as faculty members on the Faculty Board and committees for Higher Education; Doctoral Education; and Research. By nominating a colleague or teacher, you contribute to strong, representative and committed academic leadership for KI's education and research. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:24:49 +0100 https://news.ki.se/watch-the-recordings-from-the-hearings-of-candidates-for-the-positions-of-dean You can now watch the recordings from the hearings on 4 February, where the candidates for the positions of dean for higher education, doctoral education and research presented their ideas for leading KI forward. If you are eligible to vote, use your opportunity to influence and vote by 11 February. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:47:05 +0100 https://news.ki.se/learn-something-new-or-refresh-we-give-you-this-springs-kib-talks Time to brush up on your search skills? What does a predator journal look like? What are the requirements for research data? We have filled the calendar with KIB Talks on topics we know and want to share. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:00:12 +0100 https://news.ki.se/here-are-the-candidates-for-the-positions-of-dean-and-deputy-dean Who will lead KI's education and research in the coming years? The candidates are presented and the election process is underway. Through hearings and voting, you as an employee can have a say. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:45:43 +0100 https://news.ki.se/take-the-chance-to-shape-kis-future-nominate-your-candidates Don’t miss the chance to nominate qualified candidates and help shape KI’s future. Here, Vice President Martin Bergö explains why your contribution matters. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:12:07 +0100 https://news.ki.se/engage-in-kis-future-nominate-candidates-for-the-position-of-dean The academic election process for 2026 has now begun. If you work or study at KI, you will be able to nominate candidates for the positions of dean and deputy dean (corresponding to the current academic vice president) between 17 November and 7 December. In nominating someone in whom you believe and trust, you help to strengthen KI and give a colleague an opportunity to drive the development of education and research at KI. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:54:29 +0100 https://news.ki.se/kib-talks-other-events-autumn-2025 Welcome to the autumn with the University Library! Our calendar is filled with webinars, workshops, KIB Talks and other events. This autumn, we are focusing a little extra on the theme of visualisation, starting with a KIB Talk with Matthias Stahl from DER SPIEGEL! We have also updated our popular in-depth courses in areas such as academic communication, reference management and publishing. In connection with Nobel Calling, we are holding our first (in a long time) exhibition in the library. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:21:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/kib-podcast-open-science-and-why-it-matters-the-libraries-the-researchers-and-the-many-aspects-on-open-science In this episode we take a closer look at open science, why it matters, and how it can help us meet some of the major challenges facing research today. With growing concerns about research funding, especially recent cuts in the US that may affect core scientific infrastructure, the need for openness, collaboration, and resilient research practices has never been greater. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:13:15 +0200 https://news.ki.se/upcoming-calls-expressions-of-interest-from-ki-researchers-by-27-may KI researchers are invited to submit an expression of interest for new strategic research areas and clusters of excellence for groundbreaking technologies for the upcoming calls announced by the Government bill for research and innovation. The bill fits Karolinska Institutet’s ambitions and profile very well and provide great opportunity for KI to further strengthen and develop its research and innovative capacity. Deadline 27 May. Mon, 19 May 2025 13:06:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/they-receive-grants-for-interdisciplinary-research-networks The Committee for Research has decided to award grants to 15 networks within the call for funds for interdisciplinary research networks. The aim of the initiative is to strengthen scientific quality and promote collaborations across institutional boundaries. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:50:01 +0100 https://news.ki.se/kis-professor-anna-wedell-elected-to-swedish-government-research-committee The Government has appointed a new research committee - a group of experts - to act as advisors prior to their upcoming Research and Innovation Policy Bill. KI researcher Anna Wedell is one of the fifteen elected members. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:05:46 +0200 https://news.ki.se/christian-giske-appointed-new-deputy-chairperson-of-the-committee-for-research Professor Christian Giske has been appointed deputy chairperson of the Committee for Research effective immediately, following a decision by KI’s president. His mandate runs until Dec. 31, 2025. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:27:29 +0100 https://news.ki.se/marie-arsenian-henriksson-named-new-academic-vice-president-for-research Marie Arsenian Henriksson has been named the new academic vice president for research and chair of the Committee for Research at Karolinska Institutet as of March 1, following a decision by KI's president on February 21. Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:32:49 +0100 https://news.ki.se/academic-vice-presidents-in-the-faculty-boards-committees-appointed On October 4, the president of Karolinska Institutet appointed academic vice presidents and deputy chairpersons for the three committees that report to the Faculty Board: The Committee for Higher Education, the Committee for Doctoral Education and the Committee for Research. The appointees’ term of office runs from 1 January, 2023, to 31 December, 2025. Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:37:18 +0200 https://news.ki.se/minister-for-education-anna-ekstrom-visits-karolinska-institutet The February sun was glittering in the glazed facades when Karolinska Institutet welcomed Minister for Education Anna Ekström on Monday 28 February. Meanwhile, the situation grew gloomier in Ukraine, which was demonstrated by, amongst other things, a lecture in disaster medicine. Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:38:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/several-new-ki-investments-for-promoting-pioneering-research New investments are now being implemented to strengthen Karolinska Institutet’s position as a pioneering research university. Many of these investments are aimed at more junior researchers and include the KI Research Incubator (KIRI), a virtual forum for multidisciplinary collaboration. Two other initiatives are also in the pipeline – a mentor and coaching programme and a new network to enhance the qualification prospects for female researchers and teachers. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 09:00:39 +0100