https://ki.se RSS News Listing https://news.ki.se/minister-visits-ki-for-global-seminar-on-young-peoples-health-and-wellbeing Social Affairs and Public Health Minister Jakob Forssmed recently visited Karolinska Institutet to attend an international seminar arranged to mark the launch of “A call to action for adolescents mental health and wellbeing”, the second report from the Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:12:55 +0200 https://news.ki.se/nordic-researchers-convene-for-sia-workshop-on-social-inequalities-in-ageing Thirty Nordic ageing and health researchers will gather in Stockholm on 11–12 September 2025 for the SIA joint senior and junior workshop. Hosted by the Aging Research Center (ARC) at Karolinska Institutet, this event brings together established and early-career experts to foster discussion and collaboration on social inequalities in ageing. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:03:19 +0200 https://news.ki.se/doctoral-course-on-social-and-health-inequalities-in-ageing-organised-in-collaboration-with-sweah Once again, the Aging Research Center (ARC) at Karolinska Institutet (KI) will host the course titled "Societal and Life-course Perspectives on Inequalities in Aging" this fall semester. The course is arranged in partnership with the Swedish National Graduate School on Ageing and Health (SWEAH, Lund University) and brings together students from various universities throughout Sweden. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:53:17 +0200 https://news.ki.se/nordic-universities-join-forces-in-new-health-crises-network The Nordic Health Crises University Network (HealthCrisNet) gathered for its first-ever meeting in Reykjavík, Iceland, from 27–29 August 2025. Established earlier this year with funding from NordForsk, the network brings together universities from across the Nordic region to strengthen preparedness and resilience in the face of health crises. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:21:39 +0200 https://news.ki.se/here-are-the-ki-researchers-at-this-years-researchers-night-forskarfredag On 26 September, the Science festival Researchers' Night (ForskarFredag) and the competition Researchers' Grand Prix, will be organised by Vetenskapens hus, KI, Stockholm University and KTH. The audience at Albanova consists mainly of upper secondary school students from Stockholm schools, but the event is open to anyone interested in research. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:05:12 +0200 https://news.ki.se/asia-pacific-meeting-advances-global-effort-to-prevent-dementia Researchers from across the Asia-Pacific region met in Jinan, China, on 7–8 June 2025 at the World-Wide FINGERS Network meeting, to share new ideas on how to help prevent dementia and memory loss. Over 50 researchers and students from Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Sweden, and China took part in the event. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:43:47 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-st-erik-eye-hospital-expand-collaboration-on-advanced-therapies The Karolinska ATMP Center — a collaboration between Karolinska Institutet (KI) and Karolinska University Hospital — and St. Erik Eye Hospital have signed a letter of intent to strengthen their partnership in research, development, and clinical trials of cell- and gene-based medicines, known as Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs). The goal is to accelerate the transition from research to clinical application, particularly for retinal diseases that currently lack effective treatments. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:12:36 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researcher-spotlight-multimorbidity-in-older-people-in-new-who-report When older people have more than one chronic disease at the same time, this is called multimorbidity – a rapidly growing challenge for the healthcare sector as the population ages. In spite of this, multimorbidity has long been ignored in global public health research. A new report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) now turns the spotlight on the problem. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:29:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/call-for-mats-sundin-fellowship-in-human-developmental-health-ki-2025-0 Are you interested in conducting research in Canada? Is your research area within Developmental Health? Are you a postdoctoral researcher or a PhD student soon to defend your thesis?  If so, this might be of interest to you. Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:54:02 +0200 https://news.ki.se/upcoming-seminars-and-workshops-on-responsible-internationalisation This autumn, Karolinska Institutet presents a series of webinars and workshops aimed at deepening researchers and staff members’ understanding of risk management in international collaborations. All sessions are held in English and led by experts in the field. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:36:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/call-for-mats-sundin-fellowship-in-human-developmental-health-ki-2025 We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2nd Mats Sundin Postdoctoral Fellowship in Human Developmental Health. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:04:34 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-akademiska-hus-deepen-their-partnership-for-a-sustainable-campus Akademiska Hus and KI have long cooperated on issues concerning sustainability on campus, a partnership that has now been deepened by the signing of a new sustainability agreement. The agreement contains a cooperation model with regular follow-ups and opportunities for staff and students to become involved, creating more favourable conditions for lasting, systematic sustainability efforts. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:44:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/call-for-mats-sundin-fellowship-in-human-developmental-health-ki-2025-part-2 We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2nd Mats Sundin Postdoctoral Fellowship in Human Developmental Health. Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:38:30 +0200 https://news.ki.se/vietnams-prime-minister-on-ki-visit On Thursday afternoon, paediatrician and professor of global paediatric health Tobias Alfvén was asked if Karolinska Institutet could receive a visit from Vietnam's prime minister less than a day later. The answer was yes and the meeting resulted in concrete actions for the future. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:05:33 +0200 https://news.ki.se/a-full-circle-moment-returning-to-karolinska-institutet Dr. Marcos Rojas, a former exchange student and now a research manager at Stanford Chariot Lab, recently revisited Karolinska Institutet and met with Anna Svenningson at the Department of Women’s and Children’s Health. We took the opportunity to ask him how his exchange year almost a decade ago influenced his career and personal development. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:08:54 +0200 https://news.ki.se/three-arc-researchers-join-new-nordic-project-on-sustainable-care-systems NordForsk has recently granted funding to five new research projects aimed at developing sustainable health and care systems for older people in the Nordic region. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:00:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/davide-liborio-vetrano-joins-newly-formed-lancet-commission-on-frailty The Lancet has announced a new commission aimed at reorienting frailty in clinical practice, public health, and policy. Davide Liborio Vetrano is one of two experts from Karolinska Institutet, who are involved in this important initiative. Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:14:47 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-deepens-its-municipal-partnerships The rapid transformation we are now seeing in the healthcare sector brings a growing need for municipally provided health promoting and preventative activities, and, consequently, for research and education. On 3 June, KI signed collaboration agreements with Solna City and Upplands-Bro municipality, marking an important step towards reinforcing such strategic partnerships between the university and local government. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:00:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-ccc-first-in-sweden-to-renew-accreditation Karolinska Comprehensive Cancer Center (Karolinska CCC) will be the first center in Sweden to receive renewed accreditation. This milestone marks an important step in further strengthening the collaboration between Karolinska University Hospital and KI. Childhood cancer is now also part of Karolinska CCC. Fri, 30 May 2025 10:17:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/children-discover-cell-biology-through-clay-at-karolinska-institutet Biomedicum was transformed into a colourful studio on May 26th when children rolled up their sleeves for a Science Clay Workshop that turned cell biology into art. Tue, 27 May 2025 13:37:14 +0200 https://news.ki.se/mayo-clinic-and-karolinska-institutet-mark-30-years-of-collaboration-set-sights-on-2026-research-meeting Mayo Clinic and Karolinska Institutet are marking 30 years of collaboration by rescheduling their next joint research meeting to Fall 2026, aiming to focus on cutting-edge themes like RNA therapeutics, precision health, and decentralized care. The event will be held at Mayo Clinic’s Jacksonville campus and is designed to reflect the evolving strengths of both institutions. Mon, 26 May 2025 16:39:27 +0200 https://news.ki.se/from-hailstorms-to-heartfelt-questions-pernilla-alencar-siljehag-sums-up-her-cycling-odyssey After cycling 90 kilometres through sunshine, hail and beech forests, Pernilla Alencar Siljehag arrived in Tomelilla with tired legs and a heart full of impressions. Together with the initiator Oskar Jonsson, she has cycled a leg of the tandem tour that takes researchers around southern Sweden to give lectures on ageing and health. She shares her reflections on the conversations along the way, the audience at the library, and why research journeys are sometimes at their best when on two wheels. Mon, 26 May 2025 14:10:49 +0200 https://news.ki.se/bridging-science-and-culture-ki-and-utokyo-joint-course-for-doctoral-students-in-tokyo Karolinska Institutet (KI) and the University of Tokyo (UTokyo) have continued their tradition of academic collaboration by organizing a joint course for doctoral students once again this year. Held at the UTokyo Hongo Campus in Japan, the course titled "Bioinformatics Analysis and Visualization of Medical Genomics Data (H7F5633)", led by Dr. Carsten Daub, brought together 11 students from KI and 16 from UTokyo. Fri, 23 May 2025 12:06:57 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-investigates-new-treatment-for-parkinsons-disease Researchers at Karolinska Institutet (KI), in collaboration with Umecrine Cognition AB, have been awarded a grant from The Michael J. Fox Foundation to explore a promising new treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Thu, 22 May 2025 09:23:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/long-partnership-with-johnson-johnson-paves-way-for-therapies-of-the-future The partnership between Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (J&J) and Karolinska Institutet (KI) marks this year a decade of joint initiatives for promoting the development of tomorrow’s therapies. This long-standing collaboration between industry and academy has given rise to significant scientific advances in several fields of medicine. Mon, 19 May 2025 13:32:10 +0200 https://news.ki.se/tandem-tour-highlighting-issues-of-ageing-meet-pernilla-alencar-siljehag The tandem tour is a popular science initiative where researchers cycle through southern Sweden, giving lectures on ageing and health at libraries and community centres. The aim is to reach a broader audience, foster dialogue, and spark interest in the role of research in society. The tour, organised in collaboration with the graduate school SWEAH, runs from 4–27 May 2025 and is made possible thanks to support from the Sten K Johnson Foundation. Mon, 19 May 2025 11:47:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/strengthening-collaboration-gph-administrations-visit-to-uganda At the end of March, part of the GPH administration visited Makerere University’s School of Public Health (MakSPH) and College of Health Sciences (MakCHS), in Kampala Uganda. The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration, share administrative experiences, and explore opportunities for strengthening academic partnerships and administrative efficiency. The visit covered grants management, procurement, financial systems and processes, HR, and joint application strategies. Wed, 07 May 2025 12:50:25 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-study-explores-how-older-people-are-affected-by-caring-for-a-loved-one Researchers from Aging Research Center (ARC), Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society at Karolinska Institutet, in collaboration with National Family Care Competence Center (Nka), sent out a survey to 31,000 older adults to learn more about those that take care of a loved one, in or outside their homes. Turns out 2,157 people older than 65 years provide such care on a regular basis. Mon, 05 May 2025 19:40:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/university-college-london-ucl-and-stockholm-trio-initiate-joint-seed-funding-to-support-collaborations UCL and Stockholm Trio have a joint call to support collaborations activities. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:50:48 +0200 https://news.ki.se/celebrate-kis-safety-representatives-on-the-international-health-and-safety-day KI's 148 safety representatives play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and secure work and study environment. The International Health and Safety Day is a great opportunity to pay extra attention to this important group. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:02:28 +0200 https://news.ki.se/productive-nimus-meeting-at-karolinska-institutet On April 10–11, 2025, representatives from all medical faculties at Swedish universities gathered at Karolinska Institutet (KI) for the spring NIMUS meeting – a forum for national collaboration on international mobility in medical education. NIMUS stands for the Network for the Internationalisation of Medical Education in Sweden. Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:01:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-report-on-costs-of-dementia-diseases-to-the-ministry-of-health-and-social-affairs The report 'Antalet demenssjuka och kostnader för demenssjukdomar i Sverige 2023', commissioned by the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs last autumn, was recently presented to Anna Tenje, Minister for Older People and Social Security. KI researchers Anders Wimo and Amaia Calderón-Larrañaga have been primarily responsible for the report, which shows a forecast with a great increase for the number of people with dementia by 2050 and for the heavy financial responsibility of municipalities. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:53:23 +0200 https://news.ki.se/sek-80-million-from-the-government-in-special-support-for-precision-medicine The government is funding Genomic Medicine Sweden (GMS) with SEK 80 million in 2025. The special support will be used, among other things, for continued investments in the sustainable development and implementation of precision medicine in cancer care. Richard Rosenquist Brandell, professor at KI and director of GMS, describes the initiative as an important investment in the future of healthcare. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:16:57 +0200 https://news.ki.se/hkcrispr25-a-workshop-on-genome-editing-tools The Workshop on Genome Editing Tool Developments and Clinical Applications (#HKCRISPR25) was successfully held at the Hong Kong Science Park in April 2025. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:21:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-excels-in-the-swedish-research-councils-evaluation-of-medical-research The Swedish Research Council has published its report "Quality and impact of research in basic medicine in Sweden", which evaluates the scientific quality and societal impact of medical research at seven universities. Karolinska Institutet is a leader among Swedish higher education institutions. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:22:58 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-swedish-initiative-to-integrate-research-and-healthcare A groundbreaking national initiative, Precision Omics Initiative Sweden (PROMISE), aims to connect research with healthcare and establish Sweden as a world leader in data-driven precision medicine. The vision was recently published in the scientific journal Nature Medicine. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:37:12 +0200 https://news.ki.se/call-for-collaboration-awards-for-doctoral-students-in-collaboration-with-uk-partner-universities This call aims to facilitate new and existing contacts as well as increase research collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, University College London (UCL), Imperial College London and King’s College London. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:29:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/collaboration-awards-for-collaboration-with-the-university-of-tokyo-for-doctoral-students-and-post-docs-0 The strategic partnership agreement, signed between Karolinska Institutet and University of Tokyo aims to increase mobility, joint research projects and faculty development. Up to three KI collaboration awards will be awarded 2025 for collaboration with the University of Tokyo for doctoral students and post docs. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:17:12 +0200 https://news.ki.se/make-your-event-part-of-nobel-calling-week-2025 Are you planning an event for autumn 2025 being aimed at the public? Schedule it between 3 to 13 October and be a part of Nobel Calling Stockholm! A week that offers inspiring events and educational meetings in the spirit of knowledge. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:01:35 +0200 https://news.ki.se/centre-for-health-crises-joins-talks-on-international-research-collaborations-in-turbulent-times On 3 April, Formas will be bringing together experts and researchers for a breakfast seminar titled 'Research across borders - what is needed in turbulent times?' (in Swedish). The Centre for Health Crises will be one of the speakers. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:33:37 +0200 https://news.ki.se/apply-for-collaborative-grants-for-cooperation-with-charite-universitatsmedizin-berlin-0 Karolinska Institutet (KI) and Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Charité) have entered into a bilateral agreement. The Internationalisation Board at KI has allocated limited competitive funds for KI faculty and staff for grant applications to strengthen collaborative interactions within research and education. Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:37:23 +0100 https://news.ki.se/researchers-and-government-agencies-discussed-insights-from-the-pandemic-for-future-health-crisis The room in Biomedicum at Karolinska Institutet campus in Solna was packed on 20 March, when researchers and members of staff from government agencies and county councils gathered to share their experiences of register-based research and data release during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many had encountered similar problems, especially with long lead times and the difficulty of obtaining real-time data, but there were also several successes to highlight and learn from. Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:00:54 +0100 https://news.ki.se/postdoc-opportunities-at-shanghai-jiao-tong-university-school-of-medicine-china Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine offers PhD graduates at KI the possibility to conduct postdoctoral research at SJTUSM. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:36:18 +0100 https://news.ki.se/postdoc-exchange-program-at-shandong-university-china Shandong University, China, offer PhDs and postdocs at KI the possibility to participate in an exchange program. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:32:23 +0100 https://news.ki.se/international-summer-school-of-research-internship-at-shandong-university-china Shandong University offers the possibility to apply for an internship in Basic medical Science during July 7-20, 2025 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 13:20:42 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-steering-group-coordinates-kis-applications-related-to-the-research-bill The research bill for 2025-2028 announces, among other things, calls that require coordination of applicant universities. KI’s President Annika Östman Wernerson has decided to set up a steering group with the task of simplifying and overseeing these processes and other upcoming initiatives in the government's research policy. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:57:07 +0100 https://news.ki.se/operational-plan-for-2025-finalised This year’s operational plan for KI’s Professional Services (PS) and University Library is now ready for viewing. “The joint document is intended to ease communication, enhance transparency and build a mutual understanding of how each unit contributes to KI’s shared goals in Professional Services and other parts of the university,” says University Director Veronika Sundström.   Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:45:44 +0100 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-university-hospital-adopts-new-rde-strategy KI has been actively involved at different levels in drawing up a new strategy for research, development and education (RDE) at Karolinska University Hospital that aims to enhance the hospital’s academic environment, improve access to health data, double external research funding and promote early career development in research. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:24:31 +0100 https://news.ki.se/vinnova-renews-support-for-kis-business-incubator KI Innovations – the company that helps researchers at Karolinska Institutet commercialise their discoveries – is to receive SEK 29 million from Vinnova (the Swedish governmental agency for innovation systems) for 2025 to 2029. “It’s proof of the quality of our business and the startups that we work with,” says Johan Weigelt, CEO of KI Innovations and KI Holding AB. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:58:03 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-strengthens-collaboration-with-ucl KI has signed a letter of intent with University College London (UCL) within the framework of the Stockholm trio university alliance, comprising KI, KTH and Stockholm University. The new agreement aims to expand research collaboration between the universities, initially focusing on sustainability, the climate crisis, and mental health. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:31:25 +0100 https://news.ki.se/course-in-advanced-hazmat-life-support-for-the-first-time-in-sweden Advanced Hazmat Life Support (AHLS) is a brand-new course in Sweden, that is being taught for the first time at Karolinska Institutet. During two intense days in February, medical doctors, nurses, paramedics and people with special responsibilities in the field of CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear materials) are trained in medical care in the event of exposure to hazardous chemicals. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:42:08 +0100 https://news.ki.se/international-staff-week-in-elche The Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) is hosting the fifth edition of International Staff Week May 19 – 23, 2025. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:11:04 +0100 https://news.ki.se/call-for-interest-for-a-collaborative-stockholm-trio-ucl-workshop-in-london-1 Stockholm Trio (Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology & Stockholm University) and University College London (UCL) invite you to express interest in two days of workshops in London, the 8-9 April 2025. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:18:55 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-eu-consortium-to-tackle-marburg-virus With the new EU-funded grant, Sezgin team seeks to examine the virus-host interaction of Marburg virus (MARV) and establish a blueprint for the targeted development of antiviral strategies for newly emerging viruses. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:14:36 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-health-of-the-older-population-in-kungsholmen-mapped-in-a-large-comprehensive-study Since 1987, researchers have followed thousands of older residents in Kungsholmen through the "Swedish National study on Aging and Care in Kungsholmen" (SNAC-K). The results show that today's 80-year-olds are healthier than previous generations, but health varies depending on where in the district they live. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:23:33 +0100 https://news.ki.se/course-that-prepares-participants-for-medical-humanitarian-aid-work-commences-at-karolinska-institutet On 20 January, a new group of participants gathered at Karolinska Institutet (KI) for the first lesson in a slightly different course. The participants are all potential future medical humanitarian aid workers and will be taking the course this spring. It will prepare them for future work in health crises, disasters and low-resource areas. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:18:28 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-website-for-the-university-alliance-stockholm-trio 2024 marked the fifth anniversary of the University Alliance Stockholm Trio – a partnership between Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Stockholm University. To mark this milestone, Stockholm Trio has launched a new website where you can follow our work to strengthen collaboration between the universities. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:15:08 +0100 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-holds-the-chair-of-stockholm-trio Until July 2025, Annika Östman Wernerson, President of Karolinska Institutet, holds the chair of the University Alliance Stockholm Trio. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:00:11 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-president-annika-ostman-wernerson-new-member-of-iva KI President Annika Östman Wernerson has been elected as a member of IVA's Biotechnology Division. This took place in connection with the Academy meeting in November, when IVA, the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences, elected 41 new Swedish and international members – prominent researchers and experts from both the business community and the public sector. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 17:02:42 +0100 https://news.ki.se/presidential-decision-karolinska-institutet-bolsters-eu-funding-for-researchers Karolinska Institutet is investing over SEK 200 million over five years on a new funding package for EU-financed research projects. The aim of this investment, which was decided by the President on 11 November 2024, is to bolster research at KI and attract more international research grants and global collaborations designed to address today’s societal challenges. It is also intended to reward successful researchers that have won large prestigious external grants for breakthrough research. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:03:13 +0100 https://news.ki.se/health-crises-forum-2024-when-a-health-crisis-or-war-hits-us-what-will-universities-do When crisis or war comes’ is both the title of a now well-known brochure and the theme of Sweden's first Health Crisis Forum, organised by the Centre for Health Crises at Karolinska Institute (KI). Over 100 specially invited participants, including two state secretaries, the surgeon general and the National Board of Health and Welfare's head of emergency preparedness, gathered to discuss the role of higher education institutions in the event of a health crisis or war. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:37:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/grant-worth-3-million-enables-creation-of-nordic-health-crisis-network On 10 December, it was announced that the Centre for Health Crises will receive 3 million Norwegian kroner in funding from the Nordic Council of Ministers' research funding body, Nordforsk. The funding will go towards a project to create a Nordic health crisis network. The funding is based on a call for proposals in the area of preparedness and resilience. that the Centre, together with partners in other Nordic countries. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 14:00:45 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-president-visited-uganda-and-rwanda-to-strengthen-global-collaborations A delegation from Karolinska Institutet (KI), led by KI President Annika Östman Wernerson, travelled to Uganda and Rwanda in November 2024. The delegation visited Makerere University in Uganda and met with representatives from the University of Rwanda and the University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda, emphasizing Karolinska Institutet’s commitment to global collaborations, which rely on strong relationships, contextual knowledge, and robust infrastructure. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:07:18 +0100 https://news.ki.se/prof-manfred-wuhrer-highlights-glycomics-impact-on-immune-responses On 12 November, Prof. Manfred Wuhrer from Leiden University Medical Center, the Netherlands, presented a hybrid Eurolife Distinguished Lecture entitled Glycomics of human immune responses hosted by Karolinska Institutet. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 15:06:17 +0100 https://news.ki.se/more-than-sek-98-million-from-the-swedish-research-council-for-clinical-therapy-research-at-ki The Swedish Research Council has decided which applications have been awarded grants in clinical therapy research. In total, more than SEK 233 million will be granted for the years 2024-2027, of which SEK 98.5 million will be awarded to 13 researchers at Karolinska Institutet. Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:21:58 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-rockefeller-university-nicholson-lecture-and-nicholson-exchange-programs Karolinska Institutet collaboration with Rockefeller University, which includes short-term staff and postdoc training exchanges, as well as the Nicholson Lecture. Calls are now open and Nicholson Lecture with Professor Luciano Marraffini will be held on Thursday. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:33:26 +0100 https://news.ki.se/conference-on-the-role-of-creativity-in-the-school-of-tomorrow More and more students are leaving school with incomplete grades or without qualifications for upper-secondary education. This trend needs to be broken, but how? One way could be through creativity, which was the topic of lectures and discussions at a recent conference in Aula Medica for researchers and decision-makers in the field of education and school development. Minister for Education Johan Pehrson spoke on the importance of teaching methods that reflect pedagogical research. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:25:15 +0100 https://news.ki.se/alumni-event-in-uganda-celebrating-decades-of-collaboration-and-academic-exchanges Makerere University in Uganda and Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have been collaborating for nearly 25 years. On November 11th 2024 they celebrated their successful partnership during an alumni event at Makerere University's College of Health Sciences in Kampala, Uganda. The event highlighted their achievements, including a joint doctoral program that has supported nearly 50 Makerere doctoral students, many earning double degrees, and the publication of over 500 peer-reviewed articles. Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:46:30 +0100 https://news.ki.se/centre-for-health-crises-organises-swedens-first-health-crises-forum On 27 November, the Centre for Health Crises will host Sweden's first Health Crises Forum. The aim is to bring people together to discuss what universities can contribute with to support the surrounding society before, during and after a health crisis, and how they best collaborate with other actors. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:57:30 +0100 https://news.ki.se/accelerate-your-career-in-regenerative-medicine-apply-for-summer-by-design-at-the-university-of-toronto-0 The University of Toronto invites doctoral students and post-doctoral fellows at KI to apply to the summer course “Summer in Design” given by “Medicine in Design” given the 2-11th of June 2025. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:10:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-research-presented-to-eleven-nobel-laureates When the prestigious World Laureates Association (WLA) gathered members and invited guests for a conference in Shanghai in October, Robert Harris and other leading KI researchers were on hand to lecture on current research in life science and develop KI's international network of contacts. Among the participants were Joakim Franck, David Gross and nine other Nobel laureates. Wed, 13 Nov 2024 12:21:31 +0100 https://news.ki.se/higher-education-authority-solid-procedures-and-opportunities-for-improvement While Karolinska Institutet has solid outreach procedures, there are several areas that could do with improvement, according to a report by the Swedish Higher Education Authority (UKÄ) on Swedish universities and university colleges that was presented to the government on October 31. Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:50:15 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-mayo-collaborative-grants-call-is-now-open The Karolinska Institutet and Mayo Clinic are pleased to announce the availability of limited competitive funds for short-term travel by faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows, students and/or trainees between the partner institutions to plan or conduct collaborative interactions. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:13:39 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-mayo-clinic-celebrate-30th-anniversary-with-conference-on-ai-and-health-data Researchers, doctoral students and students gathered in Solna on 16–17 October to mark 30 years of fruitful collaboration between Karolinska Institutet and Mayo Clinic at their annual joint conference. The extremely popular and much-appreciated research conference with 600 participants, including 100 from the Mayo Clinic, centred this year on AI and health data, a rapidly growing area that impacts profoundly on the future of healthcare. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:31:29 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-to-coordinate-eu-funded-initiative-to-combat-global-dengue-epidemic As part of the response to the escalating threat of a global dengue fever epidemic, a new interdisciplinary EU-funded research initiative has been established with KI as coordinator. The COMBAT project aims to develop solutions to manage and mitigate the dengue virus, which causes 100 million infections and 10,000 deaths annually in 141 countries. In addition to the human suffering, the virus causes an economic burden of over EUR 8 billion globally. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 15:42:53 +0100 https://news.ki.se/fruitful-discussions-on-sustainable-development-with-stockholm-trio-for-sustainable-actions On 23 October, the Stockholm Trio University Alliance hosted a seminar at Karolinska Institutet on how interdisciplinary research and education can contribute to sustainable development. The seminar was organized by Stockholm Trio for Sustainable Actions, an initiative within the alliance that supports Karolinska Institutet, KTH and Stockholm University in their work to contribute to the UN's 17 global goals. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:24:33 +0100 https://news.ki.se/success-for-schools-initiative-at-ki-during-nobel-calling The Institute of Environmental Medicine (IMM) arranged a seminar during October’s Nobel Calling week for upper-secondary school science students. Over 800 participants from around the Stockholm region gathered in Aula Medica to hear the latest news and issues concerning young adults’ environments, lifestyles and future career choices with an overall focus on human health. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:41:39 +0200 https://news.ki.se/gilberto-fisones-visit-to-the-donders-institute-highlights-the-future-of-neurotechnology Donders Institute at Radboud University is part of NeurotechEU and collaborates with Karolinska Institutet. Recently, they held an event where KI researcher Gilberto Fisone presented his research. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 11:52:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/life-science-collaboration-between-stockholm-and-uppsala-is-growing Region Stockholm and Region Uppsala have teamed up to further strengthen their joint life-science cluster. At a conference on 10 October, large sections of the life-science sector in Uppsala-Stockholm met to discuss how its development is to be effected. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:09:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/knut-steffensen-becomes-new-director-of-karolinska-atmp-center On 4 November, Knut Steffensen will be taking up office as the director of the Karolinska ATMP Centre, a leading centre for advanced therapy medicinal products, with research, manufacture and treatment all under one roof. Sat, 19 Oct 2024 20:52:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/anniversary-issue-of-pharmacological-reviews-celebrates-collaboration-with-fyfa The Department of Physiology & Pharmacology (FyFa) is celebrating 75 years at Campus Solna. This milestone is marked by, among other things, a special issue of Pharmacological Reviews, celebrating the long-standing collaboration between the department and the journal, both of which celebrating the 75th anniversary this year. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:44:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-mayo-clinic-better-together-for-30-years Every year, hundreds of doctoral and postdoctoral trainees, as well as researchers, travel across the Atlantic for conferences, lectures – and fika. These gatherings take place at two prestigious institutions: Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The collaboration between the two top-ranking institutions is now celebrating its 30th anniversary at KI. Some of the pioneering spirits who were on board from the start look back on what has made it a success. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:15:42 +0200 https://news.ki.se/well-attended-researchers-night-at-albanova On 27 September, the Science Festival Researcher Friday (Forskarfredag) was held at Albanova. During the day, many activities were held, including a Researchers‘ Fair and the Researchers’ Grand Prix competition. Many KI researchers participated in the programme and met curious high school students. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:44:09 +0200 https://news.ki.se/eurolife-announces-phd-and-postdoc-mobility-and-knowledge-exchange-grants Researchers, including doctoral students in their last years of their doctoral education, at KI are invited to apply for short-term research exchange grants funded by Eurolife. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:53:26 +0200 https://news.ki.se/two-ki-researchers-in-the-final-of-the-researchers-grand-prix KI researchers Lea Stark and Erik Andersson have qualified for the final of the Researchers' Grand Prix to be held in November. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:31:59 +0200 https://news.ki.se/renewed-collaboration-between-ki-and-msf-with-support-from-the-kamprad-family-foundation Karolinska Institutet (KI) is renewing its educational collaboration with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and will soon launch two new courses. The courses are possible thanks to support from The Kamprad Family Foundation. The focus is on courses that provide participants with the skills and tools they need to work with healthcare interventions in low-resource contexts, humanitarian disasters and health crises, both globally and locally. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:35:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-collaboration-awards-for-doctoral-student-collaborations-with-imperial-college-london As part of an initiative with Imperial College London, Karolinska Institutet aims to stimulate doctoral student networking and interaction between KI doctoral students and doctoral students at Imperial College. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:52:27 +0200 https://news.ki.se/apply-for-ki-collaboration-awards-for-doctoral-students-and-post-docs-collaboration-with-the-university-of-edinburgh-0 To facilitate new and existing contacts between researchers and doctoral students as well as increase research collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, KI’s Internationalisation Board is pleased to announce the availability of limited competitive funds for a lab visit. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:34:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/cow-slime-can-help-disc-herniation-patients-after-surgery Researchers have developed a gel inspired by cow slime for patients suffering from disc herniation. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 17:12:55 +0200 https://news.ki.se/dataethics-project-receives-top-marks-and-recognition Eurolife's DATAETHICS project has been awarded for its innovative work on data ethics and Big Data in (bio)medical education, and has received funding for an international conference in December. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:56:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/environmental-physiology-becomes-part-of-ki The research field of environmental physiology is returning to Karolinska Institutet after having belonged for many years to the Royal Institute of Technology. The move marks the start of an extended partnership between the Swedish Armed Forces and KI. Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:42:21 +0200 https://news.ki.se/kis-collaboration-with-ivi-increases-knowledge-about-vaccines-in-low-and-middle-income-countries The International Vaccine Institute (IVI) will be teaming up with specialists from KI again this year for a vaccinology course aimed at healthcare professionals and researchers from around the world. The course also now forms part of doctoral education at KI. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:41:58 +0200 https://news.ki.se/antibiotic-resistance-an-engaging-topic-at-the-first-policy-lab-of-the-autumn Policy labs at KI continue to be popular. On Tuesday 27 August, it was time for the first lab of the autumn. The theme was Sweden and antibiotic resistance, with a focus on how research and evidence can influence policy at the highest level. This time, the policy lab was opened up to a slightly wider and more external audience, to provide an opportunity to network and share experiences with others. Mon, 02 Sep 2024 14:52:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/secondment-to-world-health-organization-results-valuable-experience-for-epidemiologist Epidemiologist Moa Herrgård has spent six months seconded to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Centre for Health Emergencies in Amman, Jordan. The overall focus of her work has been to enhance health emergency preparedness and response in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East Region. Looking back, she thinks the secondment has taught her a lot that will benefit work at KI. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:12:23 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-expedition-in-andrees-footsteps-for-ki-researcher-bea-uusma Eleven years ago, KI researcher Beatrice Uusma published her book The Expedition: A Love Story exploring the fate of Andrée’s balloon expedition to the North Pole at the end of the 1800s. This August, she and a group of researchers from the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research and the University Museum of Bergen will be returning to Vitön (Kvitøya) for more answers about the ill-fated expedition. Bea Uusma, at KI’s Medical History and Heritage Unit, tells us more. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:31:26 +0200 https://news.ki.se/jan-ellenberg-appointed-director-for-scilifelab The SciLifeLab board has appointed Professor Jan Ellenberg as the new director. Alongside this role, Professor Ellenberg will also be appointed as a professor at Karolinska Institutet and affiliated professor at Stockholm University and KTH (Royal Institute of Technology). He succeeds Professor Olli Kallioniemi, who has served as SciLifeLab director since 2015. Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:00:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ukrainian-researchers-visit-karolinska-institutet Last week of May four researchers from Ukraine came to Karolinska Institutet for a week of research exchange and collaboration. They are part of the Doc-Stud-Ukraine project funded by the Swedish Institute, focused on supporting Ukrainian PhD students and young researchers to contribute effectively to health systems strengthening, particularly for children and adolescents in deoccupied territories in Ukraine. Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:40:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/targeting-leukemias-survival-route-a-novel-approach-to-overcoming-leukemia-recurrence Researchers from Karolinska Institutet have in collaboration with the University of Eastern Finland and Lund University a new publication in Genome Biology, demonstrated that targeting cell cycle and cell fate regulatory programs blocks non-genetic cancer evolution in acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Sat, 01 Jun 2024 14:00:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-workshop-on-rapid-response-briefs-in-health-crises How can we help decision-makers during health crises, by developing rapid and useful decision bases, built on research and proven experience? With this question in mind, the Centre for Health Crises gathered a group of curious participants in Aula Medica on Thursday 29 May for a full-day workshop on creating rapid response briefs for decision-making in health crises. Fri, 31 May 2024 16:34:33 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-initiates-collaboration-with-elekta-in-precision-medicine Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital are launching another tripartite collaboration, this time with Elekta. The aim is to join forces in the field of cancer with a focus on radiation therapy and precision medicine. Mon, 27 May 2024 22:33:26 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-strengthens-collaboration-with-pharmaceutical-company-chiesi Karolinska Institutet has signed a memorandum of understanding with the pharmaceutical company Chiesi, which has an office and laboratory facility in KI Science Park. The parties have agreed to strengthen efforts that can accelerate research and development in areas such as respiratory diseases, rare diseases, and neonatology. Thu, 16 May 2024 12:03:29 +0200 https://news.ki.se/astrazeneca-to-partner-with-ki-in-precision-medicine KI, Karolinska University Hospital and AstraZeneca are entering into a tripartite collaboration to promote the development of precision medicine in Sweden. The ambition is that patients throughout the country will have access to tailored prevention, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. Mon, 06 May 2024 11:13:37 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-students-help-new-parents-sleep-well New parents were in focus when the KI Impact Challenge was arranged on a weekend, a student event to promote innovation. More than 40 students worked over two days on the challenge of improving parents' health and well-being. Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:45:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/a-patient-centred-karolinska-ccc-day The 2024 Karolinska Comprehensive Cancer Centre Day draw a large number of experts in the field of cancer research from KI and Karolinska University Hospital. The theme this year was prevention, with particular attention directed to scientific advances and remaining challenges, as well as to how involving patients in prevention enhances quality of care. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:39:14 +0200 https://news.ki.se/grand-opening-of-the-cell-where-art-meets-life-science During Kulturnatt Stockholm (Culture Night) on 20 April, The Cell opened to visitors. The Cell is a place where art helps to explain the complex world of life science. The National Museum of Science and Technology is responsible for the initiative and Karolinska Institutet is involved as a knowledge partner and a bridge between the world of research and the public events at The Cell. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:47:54 +0200 https://news.ki.se/course-in-trauma-and-disaster-aims-at-going-national A lorry explodes on the E4 motorway, there is a fire at the Hovet arena, someone takes hostages at Tom Titts, there's an explosion at Arlanda - it all happens at the same time and the medical services in Region Stockholm have to deal with a large number of injured patients at once. Fortunately, it was all just an exercise. The exercise, which is part of the TKS course, now aims to be developed into a national course concept. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:24:57 +0200 https://news.ki.se/eu-tackles-global-health-problems-with-ki-as-coordinator Global health challenges are the focal point of two collaborative projects coordinated by KI: WISDOM and Changemaker. Under its pillar II "Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness" programme, Horizon Europe has awarded the projects a total grant of EUR 14 million, of which KI controls the equivalent of just over EUR 3 million. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 12:26:36 +0200 https://news.ki.se/an-opportunity-to-learn-from-each-other-when-120-medics-from-the-front-line-in-ukraine-came-for-a-visit On Thursday, 28 March, the Sune Bergström auditorium at Karolinska University Hospital was filled with Ukrainian paramedics, when the hospital, together with the Centre for Health Crises at Karolinska Institutet, arranged a visit dedicated to the exchange of experiences, discussions, and guided tours. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:44:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/she-is-awarded-the-sjoberg-prize-for-laying-the-foundations-of-a-cancer-vaccine Catherine J. Wu, of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, USA, is a pioneer in research that may result in the development of personalised vaccines to treat cancer. She is now awarded the Sjöberg Prize, worth one million US dollars, for her work. Catherine J. Wu will give a lecture in Aula Medica at KI on April 12 in connection with the Karolinska CCC Day. Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:03:03 +0100 https://news.ki.se/kis-president-a-member-of-the-governments-life-science-council The Swedish government has appointed an advisory group in the field of life science. The group includes experts from academia, industry and healthcare. KI's President Annika Östman Wernerson is one of the members of the group, whose purpose, among other things, is to contribute to the implementation of the national strategy for life science. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:15:12 +0100 https://news.ki.se/olof-akre-new-director-of-rd-at-karolinska-university-hospital Olof Akre, Professor at Karolinska Institutet and Head of Operations at the Department of Thematic Studies – Cancer, will be the new Director of Research, Education and Development (R&D) at Karolinska University Hospital. He succeeds Annika Tibell, who is retiring. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:54:03 +0100 https://news.ki.se/an-educational-policy-lab-about-the-journey-of-a-swedish-government-official-report On Thursday, 14 March, the fourth policy lab was arranged since the start in October 2023. The participants were invited to follow the journey of a Swedish Government Official Report and discuss when and how researchers can provide input in the most useful way. It was an educational session where everyone had the opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and benefit from expertise in the field, from both inside and outside KI. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:11:19 +0100 https://news.ki.se/anna-martling-strengthens-kis-role-in-the-development-of-life-science Karolinska Institutet is to be an engine driving the realisation of Sweden’s potential in the field of life science. As an important step in this direction, Professor Anna Martling has been appointed Scientific Director Life Science at KI. Professor Martling has spent the past three years leading KI’s efforts to implement precision medicine in healthcare, a remit that is now being expanded to cover KI’s overall work in life science. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:57:44 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-receive-grant-of-sek-19-million-for-research-on-long-covid Two researchers at Karolinska Institutet have been awarded grants from the PolyBio Research Foundation totalling USD 1.85 million dollars (SEK 19 million) for research into long COVID. It is hoped that the studies will provide valuable insights that can promote the development of more efficacious treatments for long COVID, which is still a puzzling condition. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:22:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-in-international-collaboration-to-prevent-alzheimers-disease Karolinska Institutet is one of 24 partners in AD-RIDDLE, a collaborative project that aims to increase healthcare providers' ability to diagnose, prevent and treat Alzheimer's disease. The project, supported by, among others, the EU's Innovative Health Initiative (IHI), started in January 2024 and will run for five years. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:14:15 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-centre-for-health-crises-seconds-member-of-staff-to-cholera-outbreak Zambia is currently experiencing the worst cholera outbreak in over two decades. The acute diarrhoeal disease can be deadly if not treated, however with rapid and correct help, the majority of people affected can be treated successfully. The Centre for Health Crises as seconded members of staff to cholera outbreaks before, and on the 26th of January, Caroline de Groot went to Zambia, via the Centre’s collaboration with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:48:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/epidemiologist-seconded-to-who-will-bring-valuable-insights-back-to-ki The eastern mediterranean region is currently facing a brewing health crisis, brought on not least by the war in Gaza. The danger of spread of infectious diseases means that effective epidemiological surveillance and action is key. To assist in these efforts, the Centre for Health Crises has seconded epidemiologist Moa Herrgård via our membership in WHO’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN). Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:17:04 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-joins-coara-for-the-advancement-of-research-assessment CoARA (Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment) is led by a number of EU organizations with the aim of advancing how research is assessed in order to maximise its quality, transparency and impact. KI has now signed the agreement together with a number of other Swedish universities. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:46:15 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-utokyo-ki-link-awarded UTokyo-KI LINK has been awarded the international collaborative research program ASPIRE- A grant from Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED) Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:30:27 +0100 https://news.ki.se/maja-fjaestad-appointed-expert-in-one-of-the-european-commissions-science-diplomacy-working-groups On 6 December, the European Commission published the names of the experts appointed to its newly established working groups on science diplomacy. Maja Fjaestad, expert coordinator at the Centre for Health Crises and affiliated to research at the Department of Learning, Informatics, Management and Ethics (LIME), is one of two Swedish university researchers who will be part of the working groups. The working groups will develop a potential future European framework for science diplomacy. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:40:32 +0100 https://news.ki.se/are-we-implementing-the-lessons-learned-from-doing-clinical-trials-during-the-pandemic-in-sweden What were the successes and challenges of clinical trials of COVID-19 treatment during the pandemic in Sweden? What have we learnt, in order to be better prepared for future health crisis? Those were questions asked at a symposium and roundtable discussion organised by the Centre for Health Crises at KI on December 14. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:08:24 +0100 https://news.ki.se/unique-project-to-create-better-decision-support-for-dementia-care Dementia diseases cost Swedish society around SEK 80 billion per year. The EU has now awarded funding to the Prominent project, which aims to improve both diagnostics and treatment for these diseases. Karolinska Institutet is responsible for the project in the role of coordinator. Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:12:34 +0100 https://news.ki.se/foundation-laid-for-a-network-of-health-crises-expertise-at-swedish-universities A group with broad expertise in the field of health crises, consisting of people from fifteen Swedish universities, gathered at Karolinska Institutet on Tuesday 5 December, when the Centre for Health Crises hosted a meeting about how universities can contribute before, during and after health crises. During the meeting, experiences were shared and the foundation was laid for a health crises network. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:00:16 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-alumni-china-chapter-event-shanghai-november-2023 A successful KI Alumni China Chapter 2023 networking event was arranged in Shanghai in November, gathering a large crowd from all over China. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:52:33 +0100 https://news.ki.se/carsten-daub-new-scientific-director-for-scilifelab Carsten Daub is newly appointed scientific director for SciLifeLab. He will act as the link for the collaboration between one of Sweden's largest research centers and Karolinska Institutet. Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:18:52 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-utokyo-ki-link-programme-inaugurated-in-tokyo The UTokyo-KI LINK programme was officially launched at a kick-off symposium at the University of Tokyo on November 9, 2023. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:42:37 +0100 https://news.ki.se/professor-robert-harris-made-honorary-doctorate Professor Robert A. Harris is made honorary doctorate at the Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy (UMF) Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The honour is given in recognition of Bob Harris’ exceptional contributions to the development of the university, especially in the context of the European University Alliance NeurotechEU project. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:22:02 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-involved-in-vinnova-financed-health-data-project Vinnova (the Swedish governmental agency for innovation systems) is to finance the project "For efficient and sustainable use of health data through the integration of the DIGITAL-projects and GMS in Sweden (DIGIfor1healthSE)" with a grant of SEK 12 million over a period of four years. The project, which is designed to gather Sweden’s expertise on health data, involves TEF-Health at Karolinska Institutet and has SciLifeLab as the national coordinator. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:10:41 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-federico-iovino-group-and-therakind-initiate-an-antimicrobial-resistance-collaboration The Federico Iovino group at Karolinska Institutet, and Therakind are initiating an exciting collaboration involving the identification of innate molecules with antimicrobial activity against antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections, with particular interest for brain infections considering the poor capability of current antibiotics to cross the blood-brain barrier. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:02:02 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-stockholm-school-of-economics-to-launch-a-program-in-health-diplomacy Global health is becoming increasingly complex, ranging from pandemics and climate change to wars, migration and deteriorating mental health. There is an urgent need for a new generation of global health leaders, equipped with the skills to navigate different political environments and drive change. The Stockholm School of Economics and Karolinska Institutet are now launching a new initiative to meet the challenges ahead. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:02:56 +0100 https://news.ki.se/kis-input-to-the-research-and-innovation-bill In October, KI submitted suggestions to the government for its research and innovation policy bill, which will be presented at the end of 2024. KI stresses the importance of basic research and free competition on research funding as well as educational investment in the form of increased compensation per student and more university places. KI also suggests a national research programme for life science centred on research and technical development. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:14:57 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-to-be-knowledge-partner-of-the-national-museum-of-science-and-technology-in-hagastaden Next spring, the National Museum of Science and Technology will be opening a branch – called The Cell – in Stockholm’s Hagastaden, with KI as knowledge partner. The Cell will be a venue where science meets art through fascinating and inspirational activities designed to educate and engage more people in the development of tomorrow’s life science field. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 13:02:38 +0100 https://news.ki.se/two-ki-researchers-win-medtechlabscall-for-proposals MedTechLabs has granted SEK 35 million for two new medical technology research programmes. One will develop a new method for monitoring foetal oxygenation during labour. The other will develop a new method for early diagnosis of brain diseases using MR-Elastography. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 18:37:46 +0100 https://news.ki.se/policy-lab-sparked-discussions-on-research-and-politics The venue in Biomedicum was quickly filled with interested KI employees when the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health and the Centre for Health Crises welcomed them to the first policy lab on 26 October. The aim was to discuss and learn more together about how research can influence politics and society. The focus this time was on how the national Swedish political system is structured when it comes to health care issues and what ways there are to reach in with input from universities. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:56:56 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-welcomed-the-prime-minister-and-the-minister-of-health-on-their-visit-to-gms On 1 November 2023, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Health Minister Acko Ankarberg Johansson, visited Genomic Medicine Sweden (GMS) to learn about the work on precision medicine for improved cancer care. Some of the topics discussed included broad gene sequencing as part of personalised healthcare, as well as the treatment and accessibility of data. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 11:41:23 +0100 https://news.ki.se/arcs-new-website-moves-to-kise The Aging Research Center (ARC) is an interdisciplinary research centre established in 2000 by Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University, and a division of the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society at KI. ARC is now launching a new website which can be found at ki.se. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:08:41 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-ramps-up-cooperation-with-charite KI and Karolinska University Hospital have signed a memorandum of understanding with Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, one of Europe’s largest and most eminent university hospitals and medical universities. The signing of the MoU intensifies cooperation between the organisations. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:33:38 +0200 https://news.ki.se/universities-key-to-achieving-the-sustainable-development-goals With only six years left until 2030 when the Sustainable Development Goals are to be achieved, this year's Sustainability Forum was organised with a focus on the role of universities in sustainability work. The organisers were the University Alliance Stockholm Trio.  Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:38:15 +0200 https://news.ki.se/they-are-awarded-the-silver-medal-2023 KI researchers Gunnar Nilsson and John Skår are awarded this year's silver medal. The medal is awarded to people who have made excellent efforts in support of KI's activities. The researchers will receive their medals at the ceremony for Diligence and Devotion in February 2024. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:04:01 +0200 https://news.ki.se/clinical-training-clinic-at-optometry-program-wins-the-klok-award-2023 This year's KLOK award goes to the Optometry program, which together with the St. Erik Eye Hospital has developed a clinical training clinic where students from several educational programs can broaden and deepen their knowledge in an interprofessional learning environment. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:33:17 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-donation-to-the-osher-center-for-integrative-health Bernard and Barbro Osher donate USD 2,100,000 (approx. SEK 23 million) to the Osher Center for Integrative Health at Karolinska Institutet. The donation follows an earlier donation in 2005 from the same donors. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:50:31 +0200 https://news.ki.se/awarded-thesis-investigates-patterns-of-usage-of-contraceptives-among-young-refugees-in-northern-uganda The Swedish Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology annually awards the best doctoral thesis of the year. 2023 the award goes to Ritah Bakesiima, who completed her dissertation at the Department of Women's and Children's Health last year. Her research studies the barriers to contraception among adolescents, and enlightens the importance of peer counselling in increasing contraceptive uptake. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:03:37 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researcher-anna-wedell-receives-ivas-gold-medal-2023 Anna Wedell, professor at Karolinska Institutet, has been awarded the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) Gold Medal 2023 for her efforts in precision medicine. This gold medal has been awarded since 1921 for outstanding achievements in technology, economics, business and society. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:29:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/how-can-universities-collaborate-better-before-and-during-health-crises The Centre for Health Crises has received funding from the Swedish government to increase and support collaboration across the country’s universities on the topic of health crises. Initially, the Centre completed an online mapping of ongoing activities and existing health crises competences at a majority of the universities. We have also recruited Caroline de Groot, who is coordinating the work and is in the process of reaching out to key groups and individuals to learn more. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:38:59 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-27th-nordic-congress-of-gerontology-to-be-held-at-karolinska-institutet-in-june-2024 The Nordic Congress of Gerontology (NKG) is arranged every second year in the Nordic countries and next year Sweden will be hosting the event. The 27th edition will be held at Karolinska Institutet on 12–14 June 2024. It is anticipated that 800 people and scholars from different parts of the world will take part, offering a diverse array of distinctive perspectives on the challenges and opportunities linked to population ageing. Registration will open on 2 October 2023. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:05:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/anders-tegnell-gets-the-biotechbuilders-award-2023 Former state epidemiologist Anders Tegnell has been awarded the BiotechBuilders Award 2023 for his efforts during the pandemic 2020-2023. The prize is awarded by the non-profit association Stockholm BiotechBuilders, to which KI is a partner and which works to strengthen the Swedish life science sector. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:15:22 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-centre-for-health-crises-lends-expert-support-to-who The Centre for Health Crises is currently supporting the WHO’s EMT (Emergency Medical Teams) initiative, through mentorship to the Ministries of Health in Georgia and Armenia in their development of EMTs. The director of the Centre, Professor Johan von Schreeb, has just returned from spending ten days in the two countries, working with the Ministries and other partners. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 23:01:45 +0200 https://news.ki.se/continued-funding-for-impactful-training-for-professionals-in-maternal-and-child-health-in-sub-saharan-africa KI has been approved continued funding from the Swedish Institute (SI) to implement a capacity building training programme for professionals in sub-Saharan Africa during the period 2023 - 2024. The programme, which has been running since 2020, has resulted in significant positive changes in the field of reproductive, maternal and newborn health. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:08:01 +0200 https://news.ki.se/protecting-researchers-and-academic-freedom Since 2015, Karolinska Institutet has been a member of Scholars at Risk, a network that offers protection for researchers whose lives are in serious danger. Thanks to a request granted by KI and a donation by the Olle Engkvist Foundation, a researcher from Afghanistan has been given a position at KI. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:18:14 +0200 https://news.ki.se/professor-jan-albert-appointed-pandemic-inquiry-chair The government has appointed Jan Albert, professor of infectious disease control at Karolinska Institutet and senior consultant at Karolinska University Hospital, to lead a government inquiry looking into strengthening the country’s preparedness for future pandemics. The directive concerns a national strategy for how pandemics are to be managed and a possible revision of the Communicable Diseases Act. The investigation should be delivered in February 2025. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:42:34 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-strengthens-its-position-as-an-international-university STINT, the Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education, annually publishes an index measuring the internationalisation of Swedish higher education institutions. It has now given the maximum of five stars to Karolinska Institutet. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:17:40 +0200 https://news.ki.se/public-health-in-focus-during-ministers-visit-to-ki Lifestyles, the pandemic and dental care were some of the topics under discussion when Minister for Social Affairs and Public Health Jakob Forssmed visited Karolinska Institutet on 28 August, the same day as the autumn term kicked off. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:38:18 +0200 https://news.ki.se/doing-science-together-lessons-from-university-industry-research-programs Karolinska Institutet has a long-standing collaboration with the global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca. In a recently published feature article in Drug Discovery Today, academic and industry representatives describe three success factors that help to leverage the strength of these types of partnerships: mutual collaboration, mutually beneficial science, and a mutual governance model with senior management involvement (3MCs). Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:52:20 +0200 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/new-center-to-strengthen-investment-in-cell-gene-and-tissue-therapies Karolinska University Hospital's Director Björn Zoëga and Karolinska Institutet's President Annika Östman Wernerson have signed an agreement to establish a joint center for advanced cell, gene and tissue therapies. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 17:35:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/global-disaster-medicine-health-needs-and-response-forms-part-of-capacity-building-project-to-prevent-the-risk-of-earthquakes-and-health-emergencies Global Disaster Medicine - Health Needs and Responses is part of a consortium led by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency, called IPA Care, that aims to address the needs of countries on Western Balkan, along with Turkey, to strengthen their ability to prevent risks related to earthquakes and other health emergencies. Fri, 30 Jun 2023 11:43:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/samer-yammine-best-male-entrepreneurship-educator-of-the-year Congratulations to Samer Yammine at the Department of learning, informatics, management and ethics (LIME), who received the award "Male entrepreneurship educator of the year", an award included in The Triple E Awards! Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:47:48 +0200 https://news.ki.se/precision-medicine-in-focus-at-ki-hosted-eu-life-science-conference To bring Sweden’s presidency of the EU to a close, the government is arranging a European Life Science conference to be held at Karolinska Institutet’s Aula Medica on 26–27 June. The theme of the conference is precision medicine, and KI – along with Karolinska University Hospital – has helped to draw up the programme. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:00:05 +0200 https://news.ki.se/patients-with-rare-diseases-diagnosed-after-international-hackathon Almost a hundred experts from 27 countries took part in a hackathon on June 17–18 to identify diseases in 14 patients lacking diagnoses. “Four of them have now received an answer and we’re confident that more are to come,” says professor and consultant Ann Nordgren, who was one of the organizers of the event. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:58:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-developed-covid-vaccine-able-to-recognise-mutated-virus-now-being-tested-on-humans A new DNA-based COVID-19 vaccine is now being tested for the first time on healthy volunteers at Karolinska University Hospital. The vaccine has been developed at Karolinska Institutet and target multiple parts of the virus, making it less vulnerable to mutated strains and potentially effective against new variants. Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:38:13 +0200 https://news.ki.se/cross-border-cooperation-at-neurotecheus-hackathon-at-ki Creative ideas were born when the NeurotechEU alliance arranged a hackathon at Karolinska Institutet. “Activities like this highlight the value of having people from other disciplines and countries – and at different stages of their careers – engage in cross-border innovative processes with each other,” says KI president Annika Östman Wernerson. Fri, 09 Jun 2023 12:36:01 +0200 https://news.ki.se/top-rating-for-ki-region-stockholm-in-evaluation-of-academic-healthcare KI-Region Stockholm is the ALF region that best meets the quality criteria in the National Board of Health and Welfare’s evaluation of academic healthcare (USV). The results of the evaluation were compiled into a report published on 31 May. Research is the Stockholm region’s strongest area, but the report also comments positively on its innovation, pedagogics education and interaction with patients and their families. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:28:07 +0200 https://news.ki.se/empowering-higher-education-support-services-with-sustainable-and-inclusive-practices The SiiUss project (Sustainability, Inclusiveness, Integration for University Support Services), is a collaborative initiative between Karolinska Institutet and the University of the Philippines Diliman. The project introduces the SiiUss course, a learning platform designed to enhance professional development and foster sustainability, inclusiveness, and integration within university support services. The course just started with participants from both universities. Tue, 30 May 2023 08:45:20 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-method-reveals-bacterial-reaction-to-antibiotics-in-five-minutes Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a molecular method able to detect whether or not bacteria respond to antibiotics within minutes. The findings are presented in the journal Nature Microbiology and the researchers now hope to develop a simple test for doctors to use. Mon, 22 May 2023 17:00:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/packed-strategy-day-for-ki-region-stockholm-management-group An important meeting was held on 11 May in Aula Medica for the KI-Region Stockholm management group. It turned out to be a packed strategy day that focused on common issues facing the group, including the work following on from the recently released Swedish Research Council audit, conducted under the ALF evaluation. Tue, 16 May 2023 12:15:30 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-procedure-gives-researchers-access-to-15-million-covid-19-samples-stored-at-ki Biobank Sweden has teamed up with the Swedish regions and the National Pandemic Centre (NPC) at Karolinska Institutet to produce a new process that gives researchers access to 1.5 million COVID-19 samples. The samples are stored at the NPC and researchers applying to use them must first seek ethical approval. Thu, 11 May 2023 12:59:29 +0200 https://news.ki.se/an-adventure-through-the-brain-a-stratneuro-initiative-to-raise-public-awareness-on-brain-research-at-karolinska-institutet Between 13 and 19 March 2023, neuroscientists around the world took the initiative to spread the word about the importance of brain science as part of the "Brain Awareness Week". The Strategic Neuroscience Research Network (StratNeuro) at Karolinska Institutet took the opportunity to initiate a recurring outreach event to spark enthusiasm and raise awareness for neuroscience research, which was also part of the global campaign. Wed, 10 May 2023 17:13:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/billions-at-stake-in-the-eu-how-stockholm-trio-in-brussels-is-active-in-european-research-policy Alone, remotely, in the middle of a pandemic – this is how life in the Brussels office of the University Alliance Stockholm Trio began for the EU veteran Dan Andrée. It went at half-speed at first, but now, two and half years later, the office in the EU’s political cradle is bursting with activities. Tue, 09 May 2023 10:50:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/european-collaboration-enhances-cross-learning-between-healthcare-and-research-raises-hopes-for-cancer-patients Close on 500 colleagues in the cancer field from Karolinska University Hospital and Karolinska Institutet gathered in Aula Medica during this year’s Karolinska CCC conference on 30–31 March. Also attending were Sahlgrenska CCC and Skåne CCC. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:43:39 +0200 https://news.ki.se/alf-evaluation-pointing-the-way-to-the-further-strengthening-of-clinical-research “We’re delighted, and the VR’s rating gives us even more leverage for our work,” says Anders Gustafsson, former vice president of KI, who has helped lead the work on the national evaluation of the quality of clinical research that has now been published by the Swedish Research Council (VR). The ALF evaluation is based on the agreement that regulates KI’s collaboration with Region Stockholm on medical training, clinical research and care development. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:27:49 +0200 https://news.ki.se/stockholm-scores-high-quality-rating-for-societal-and-patient-benefit-of-its-clinical-research Region Stockholm has been given a high-quality rating by the Swedish Research Council (VR) in its evaluation of the quality of clinical research and how it is transformed into patient and societal benefit. The evaluation is important in many respects, including to the distribution of government ALF (Agreement on Clinical Research and Training) funds. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:53:16 +0200 https://news.ki.se/a-new-precision-medicine-action-plan-for-the-stockholm-region Region Stockholm has launched a new action plan for precision medicine in the region. The plan, which was devised in consultation with Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital, will allow more patients to benefit from the research being done in the field of precision medicine. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:51:20 +0100 https://news.ki.se/close-to-4-million-reads-in-kis-first-two-years-with-the-conversation Readership of news articles written by KI researchers for The Conversation jumped 62 percent on the year in 2022. Since KI became a member two years ago, 43 researchers have penned over 42 articles, reaching around 3.8 million readers worldwide. “I have never experienced such a response to my research before,” says postdoc Filip Gedin. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:12:08 +0100 https://news.ki.se/education-minister-visits-ki-hearing-about-the-potential-gives-me-goosebumps Minister for Education Mats Persson met researchers and students when he visited Karolinska Institutet on 1 February. Topics of discussion with the students included the conditions relating to clinical placements, student funding rules and the situation for overseas students and doctoral students. The researchers, for their part, talked about the progress being made in areas such as precision medicine and about KI’s preparedness for new health crises. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 11:22:11 +0100 https://news.ki.se/launch-of-eu-project-holicare-aiming-to-facilitate-the-broad-access-to-diagnosis-of-respiratory-tract-infections In September 2O22 the HoliCare project was launched under the coordination of KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden and gathering 14 partners across Africa and Europe including Karolinska Institutet. The project’s ambition is to tackle the challenge of diagnostics, treatment and prevention of Respiratory Tract Infections (RTIs), the leading cause of death in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:30:04 +0100 https://news.ki.se/precision-medicine-technologies-developed-by-ki-and-karolinska-university-hospital Karolinska University Hospital and Karolinska Institutet are creating Sweden’s first innovation environment for the development of precision medicine technologies. The decision to establish a join innovation environment for healthcare, research and precision medicine technologies in Solna and Huddinge is a vital step in growing the field of precision medicine. Mon, 23 Jan 2023 10:54:47 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-cancer-research-horizons-announce-5-year-partnership Karolinska Institutet and Cancer Research UK’s innovation engine, Cancer Research Horizons, have announced a 5-year strategic partnership dedicated to accelerating the translation of academic cancer research into improved treatments for patients. Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:18:40 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-huddinge-municipality-sign-a-collaboration-agreement-with-focus-on-sustainability Karolinska Institutet signs an agreement on collaboration with Huddinge municipality – the focus will be on equity in health and prevention, for a healthy life. On Tuesday, October 25, KI's President Ole Petter Ottersen and Huddinge municipality’s Director Camilla Broo signed the agreement. Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:30:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/who-europes-director-visits-ki-and-the-centre-for-health-crises During a visit to Sweden this week, WHO Europe’s director Dr Hans Kluge had time for a brief, but cordial, visit to KI. Dr Kluge met with Vice President Anders Gustafsson and the director of the Centre for Health Crises, Professor Johan von Schreeb, along with the centre’s strategic process leader Dr Anna Zorzet. The quartet talked about matters of common interest and about initiatives related to health crises in particular. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:27:09 +0200 https://news.ki.se/research-conference-to-strengthen-collaboration-between-basic-research-and-clinical-research The two-day conference, Collaboration in Science 2022, is held on 6 and 7 October at KI’s Campus Flemingsberg. During the conference, participants will learn about the extensive research being conducted at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital. Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:27:28 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-selected-as-platform-for-chemical-biology-in-eu-research-infrastructure EU-OPENSCREEN is a European network that provides infrastructure for high-capacity screening in chemical biology and early identification of drug candidates. As of July 2022, Sweden is represented in the network, through the Chemical Biology Consortium Sweden (CBCS) at Karolinska Institutet, one of two selected Swedish nodes. Tue, 13 Sep 2022 11:51:13 +0200 https://news.ki.se/method-to-stop-bleeding-could-lead-to-more-people-surviving-gun-violence Research at Karolinska Institutet in collaboration with the Swedish Armed Forces and NATO could lead to more people surviving gun violence and provide answers on how to stop severe bleeding. Sat, 10 Sep 2022 23:59:59 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-assigned-responsibility-for-continued-national-investment-in-precision-medicine-and-diagnostics Karolinska Institutet (KI) has been assigned the task of hosting the national node for data-driven life science in precision medicine and diagnostics. By developing and providing support and optimal conditions, the aim is to drive research in this area forwards regionally, nationally and internationally. Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:07:42 +0200 https://news.ki.se/unexpectedly-large-contribution-made-by-kis-elder-professors In the spring of 2022, the network Senior Faculty at KI conducted a survey on the activities of KI professors born in or before 1953. The results show that the professors are still heavily engaged in research and bring close to SEK 300 million a year into the university.   Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:30:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/joint-stockholm-initiative-for-sustainable-actions Bringing together expertise, offering attractive training and providing a hub for collaboration. This is the vision for the Stockholm Trio for Sustainable Actions - a new initiative from Karolinska Institutet, KTH and Stockholm University to further contribute to sustainable societal development. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:15:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-university-alliance-mobilises-for-the-health-of-man-and-the-planet Partnership and cooperation are necessary to accelerate the work to achieve the global goals – and this is where academia plays an important role. This emerged during the seminar "New Partnerships for Human and Planetary Health" arranged by Karolinska Institutet, KTH and Stockholm University in May. Mon, 30 May 2022 16:25:33 +0200 https://news.ki.se/academic-freedom-in-decline-universities-must-assume-greater-responsibility Several high-profile cases of intimidation, harassment and imprisoned researchers demonstrate that academic freedom is under considerable pressure. In May 2022, KI highlighted the situation during the seminar "Academic freedom and international collaboration in a turbulent world." Fri, 20 May 2022 16:06:57 +0200 https://news.ki.se/hybrid-conference-the-university-as-a-vital-driver-of-sustainable-development The day before the UN’s Stockholm+50 international conference in early June, KI, Stockholm University, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stockholm Environment Institute are arranging a hybrid conference focusing on how scientists, academics and students can influence decision-makers and drive progress towards a sustainable society. Mon, 16 May 2022 12:45:10 +0200 https://news.ki.se/next-step-for-the-fruitful-collaboration-between-makerere-university-and-ki One of KI’s largest international collaborations is with Makerere University in Uganda. In time for Makerere’s 100th anniversary, the partnership is to manifest itself in a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health. A delegation from KI travelled in May to Uganda to cement the relationship. Fri, 06 May 2022 13:00:23 +0200 https://news.ki.se/prevention-the-key-to-a-healthier-future Two of this year’s honorary doctors, HRH Prince Daniel and Soumya Swaminathan, took part in a seminar on sustainable health arranged by Karolinska Institutet on Friday 29 April. The discussions centred around prevention and long-term health. Tue, 03 May 2022 10:12:08 +0200 https://news.ki.se/academic-freedom-under-threat-heres-why-you-should-care In May, KI held a seminar on academic freedom and international collaborations. The event explored the question of how research is impacted by a world that is characterized by war, conflict and democratic decline. It is not enough to develop new guidelines; actions need to be based on personal responsibility, says KI President Ole Petter Ottersen. Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:02:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/partnership-necessary-to-reach-sustainability-goals Many of society’s challenges, such as the climate issue, are too complex to be solved singlehandedly by different actors. Partnership and collaboration are necessary if the work of reaching the global goals is to be accelerated – and here academia plays an important part. This is the view of representatives of the Stockholm Trio, ahead of their May seminar showcasing how they mobilise to improve the health of people and the planet. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:37:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/collaboration-around-the-cancer-care-of-the-future Almost 500 employees gathered in Aula Medica on 1 April when Karolinska Comprehensive Cancer Centre (Karolinska CCC) celebrated its second anniversary since accreditation by honouring its employees and the collaboration between Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 12:00:53 +0200 https://news.ki.se/centre-for-health-crises-has-become-a-member-of-goarn The Centre for Health Crises at Karolinska Institutet is now a member of the WHO’s network GOARN – Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network. Via the network, the Centre for Health Crises can contribute with staff and resources to health emergencies and crises around the world. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:58:08 +0200 https://news.ki.se/minister-for-international-development-cooperation-at-karolinska-institutet On March 16 the Minister for International Development Cooperation visited Karolinska Institutet to discuss current research about vaccination and development cooperation for health. The visit was made in conjunction with National Vaccination Week, which has the aim of achieving more people being vaccinated against Covid 19. Fri, 18 Mar 2022 15:54:08 +0100 https://news.ki.se/agreement-between-karolinska-institutet-and-karolinska-university-hospital-an-important-step-in-working-with-precision-medicine Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital have strengthened collaboration within precision medicine by establishing the Precision Medicine Centre Karolinska (PMCK) and have now entered into a unique cooperation agreement. Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:07:22 +0100 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/the-ambassador-of-japan-to-sweden-visits-karolinska-institutet-to-explore-world-leading-research His excellency the Ambassador of Japan to Sweden, Masaki Noke, visited KI on 24th November, 2022, to explore the institution and world leading research ongoing at KI. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:44:24 +0100 https://news.ki.se/european-volunteer-registry-to-boost-capacity-for-clinical-studies-on-vaccines The EU-funded research network Vaccelerate has now opened a European volunteer-registry of study participants for research on COVID-19 vaccines. The aim of this initiative is to boost the capacity for clinical studies on COVID-19 vaccines in the EU, but also to support vaccine research in future pandemics. Tue, 22 Feb 2022 11:35:18 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-nordic-pandemic-network-gathered-to-discuss-inequity-and-vulnerability-in-relation-to-covid-19 Over the course of two half-days students, researchers, & implementers from a range of disciplines gathered online to examine matters of inequity and vulnerability in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Nordic countries. The event was hosted by the Nordic Pandemic Network, an interdisciplinary collaboration on COVID-19 & its impact in the Nordic region, which KI is a part of along with The University of Copenhagen, Roskilde University, University of Stavanger & Hanken School of Economics. Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:21:08 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-university-of-brain-and-technology-neurotecheu-is-celebrating-1-year A digital 1-day meeting attended by 300 participants brought neuroscience researchers from across Europe together to reflect on both progress to date and plans for the future for the collaborative European University Initiative (EUI) focusing on neurochallenges. Karolinska Institutet is one of eight original parnters. Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:59:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/andrea-carmine-belin-wants-to-cure-hereditary-brain-diseases Her research focuses on hereditary brain diseases and, among other things, cluster headache, an extremely painful disease which comes in attacks. It is not known what causes the disease, and so far, there are no effective treatments. Fri, 19 Nov 2021 16:52:20 +0100 https://news.ki.se/four-researchers-awarded-grants-for-collaboration-between-china-and-sweden The Swedish Research Council and the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) has decided on the applications of individualised diagnostics and prevention to be awarded grants within the call Project grant for cross-disciplinary collaboration between China and Sweden. All projects are contucted at KI and by KI researchers. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:27:40 +0200 https://news.ki.se/tomorrows-ct-scanner-soon-to-be-introduced-in-swedish-healthcare It’s described as a technological advance in computed tomography and the hope is that this imaging technique will eventually become hospital standard. At the end of October, a new type of CT scanner will be unveiled in MedTechLabs, an interdisciplinary centre set up by Karolinska Institutet (KI), the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and Region Stockholm. KI professor Staffan Holmin is one of the researchers behind the initiative. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:05:56 +0200 https://news.ki.se/international-and-multisectoral-partnerships-that-help-achieve-the-2030-agenda Karolinska Institutet and long-standing partner, Makerere University, have intensified their joint efforts to achieve the 2030 Agenda. In partnership with several academic institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa as well as with Tinkr, a company specializing in innovation, they have co-created and started delivering on capacity building projects for health professionals to achieve the 2030 Agenda. Tue, 19 Oct 2021 09:36:48 +0200 https://news.ki.se/seminar-in-the-spirit-of-hans-rosling-with-a-focus-on-sustainable-health In October, WHO and Karolinska Institutet arranged the first Rosling seminar on the theme "Health Equity and Pandemics – a Moonshot for Sustainable Health". It stressed that the path to sustainable health is through global cooperation and an international perspective where the focus is on the world's most vulnerable. Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:24:55 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ai-in-focus-at-this-years-ki-mayo-clinic-conference Recently, the 27th Annual Research Meeting was held within the collaboration between Karolinska Institutet and Mayo Clinic. Fri, 24 Sep 2021 11:19:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-center-to-promote-sustainable-health On Thursday 16 September the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health (CESH) was inaugurated. It's a digital competence center that has been established together with Makerere University in Uganda. The purpose of the center is to promote sustainable health and contribute to Agenda 2030 with the help of a long-term partnership. Fri, 17 Sep 2021 11:07:23 +0200 https://news.ki.se/precision-medicine-at-the-centre-during-german-state-visit On 8 September, the German President, H.E. Frank-Walter Steinmeier and H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf visited Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital. Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:40:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-wants-to-help-refugee-researchers Due to the difficult situation in Afghanistan, Karolinska Institutet is now starting a fundraiser to provide Afghan researchers with the opportunity to conduct their research at KI. This is being done through a collaboration with the Scholars at Risk (SAR) network. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 11:38:05 +0200 https://news.ki.se/strengthened-collaboration-with-hungary-in-the-field-of-cancer Karolinska Institutet has signed a collaborative agreement with the Hungarian National Institute of Oncology, NIO. The planned collaboration will primarily take place within the framework of Karolinska Comprehensive Cancer Centre together with Karolinska University Hospital. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:01:39 +0200 https://news.ki.se/genetic-risk-factors-for-severe-covid-19-identified In March 2020, thousands of researchers across the globe joined forces to answer the question of why some COVID-19 patients develop a severe, life-threatening disease, while others manage with mild or no symptoms. A comprehensive summary of their findings to date, based on the analyses of nearly 50,000 patients and published in Nature today, reveals 13 genetic regions that are strongly associated with infection or severe COVID-19. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:00:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/precision-medicine-new-opportunity-for-complex-diseases New review article looks at readiness prior to the implementation of genomics-based precision medicine in complex diseases. The extensive work has been led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet and Lund University and has been carried out together with some 30 researchers throughout Sweden. The results are now being published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, JIM. Mon, 05 Jul 2021 11:09:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/national-covid-19-portal-an-important-resource-for-data-sharing A Swedish COVID-19 data portal has now been in operation for a year and forms part of a European network aimed at promoting data sharing and access to data-related resources. The data portal has contributed to increased support for a large number of research projects and publications. Thu, 03 Jun 2021 10:00:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/reframing-life-science-to-build-back-better What lessons have we learned during the COVID-19 pandemic and what are the primary hurdles that must be removed to attain equitable and sustainable health? These were the focal points of the Stockholm Life Science Conference 2021 that took place on the 25th of May. Three areas that were identified as important conditions for future innovations were collaboration, communication and accessibility to data. Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:51:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/vinnova-funded-initiative-achieved-with-new-tools-for-collaboration A major effort to strengthen KI's strategic collaboration capacity has recently been achieved. This is a Vinnova-funded initiative that has been ongoing over the past three years. The lessons now learned and the results from the projects will form a natural part of KI's research and education. Thu, 27 May 2021 16:52:21 +0200 https://news.ki.se/joint-statement-from-several-universities-on-ahmadreza-djalali This weekend marks five years since KI alumnus, researcher, and Swedish citizen, Ahmadreza Djalali was arrested and imprisoned in connection with a lecture tour in Iran. After a trial that can only be considered a legal scandal, with fabricated accusations and with no real chance of defending himself, Djalali was sentenced to death. Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:35:09 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-joins-the-wellcome-leap-health-breakthrough-network Karolinska Institutet has signed an agreement with Wellcome Leap that enabled KI to join the Leap Health Breakthrough Network. This global network comprises many leading academic and research institutions across six continents, that are committed to solving the world’s most serious global health challenges. Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:33:05 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ongoing-study-is-testing-the-covid-19-vaccine-on-patients-with-compromised-immune-systems Researchers at Karolinska Institutet are investigating the efficacy and safety of COVID-19 vaccines in a new study on patients with compromised immune systems, who can become seriously ill if they are affected by COVID-19. On February 23, the first patient in the study was vaccinated with an mRNA vaccine at Karolinska University Hospital. So far, the project has received two grants from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation of SEK 10 million in total. Fri, 05 Mar 2021 11:21:13 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-karolinska-university-hospital-establish-joint-precision-medicine-centre Karolinska University Hospital, Karolinska Institutet and Region Stockholm have been working together for just under a year to increase the pace of introduction of precision medicine, which briefly means diagnostics, treatment and follow-up at the right time and adapted to the patient's individual circumstances. In this collaboration, the establishment of a virtual precision medicine centre has been a priority. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:00:17 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-participates-in-the-construction-of-a-vaccine-network-in-the-eu The European Commission has launched a contingency plan to meet the challenge of the various mutations of the coronavirus. KI and Karolinska University Hospital are contributing to a new network for the evaluation and testing of new vaccines. Tue, 23 Feb 2021 17:03:24 +0100 https://news.ki.se/professor-kenneth-chien-about-moderna-and-the-covid-19-vaccine The success of the mRNA-based vaccines is a boost for the entire mRNA field and can lead to new treatments for completely different diseases. This is the view of Kenneth Chien, professor at Karolinska Institutet and co-founder of Moderna, one of the companies that has now developed a vaccine against COVID-19. Mon, 08 Feb 2021 11:44:59 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-makerere-university-establish-centre-for-sustainable-health KI and Makerere University have signed an agreement to establish the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health (CESH), a centre to promote partnerships and develop capacity, resources and tools for researchers and policy makers globally. The agreement is the next step in the deepening of the collaboration between the institutions. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 16:12:13 +0100 https://news.ki.se/how-to-use-innovation-to-strengthen-health-care-new-online-training-for-professionals-in-sub-saharan-africa-0 Karolinska Institutet has together with its partners in Sub-Saharan Africa kick-started implementation of a new online training programme about sustainable health for professionals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Somalia and Uganda. The aim of the programme is to, based on the Agenda 2030, develop capacity to use innovative approaches to strengthen the health sector in the participants’ countries. Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:52:18 +0100 https://news.ki.se/stockholm-trio-sets-up-in-brussels A year has passed now since Karolinska Institutet, the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and Stockholm University formed the university alliance Stockholm trio. Together, the three academic institutions seek to develop and promote the international research and education environment of the Stockholm region, and will establish a joint office in Brussels. Veteran of the EU scene, Dan Andrée is now laying the foundations of the office. Tue, 20 Oct 2020 10:00:03 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-center-focus-on-integrated-science Meet Agneta Richter Dahlfors, director of a new interdisciplinary research centre with the focus on societal benefits, that was inaugurated on 30 September. What is AIMES? Fri, 02 Oct 2020 19:51:43 +0200 https://news.ki.se/inauguration-of-aimes-a-new-center-bridging-medicine-and-engineering-sciences The Center for the Advancement of Integrated Medical and Engineering Sciences, AIMES, is a collaboration between KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet, in partnership with Getinge, with the vision to enhance the exchange of expertise within academia and industry. The center was officially inaugurated on 30 September 2020, in Biomedicum, Solna (and via Youtube). Fri, 02 Oct 2020 17:37:03 +0200 https://news.ki.se/proposal-for-a-national-knowledge-hub-to-prevent-sexual-violence-by-focusing-on-risk-groups Karolinska Institutet is proposing, in partnership with Karolinska University Hospital, a national preventative drive aimed at people at risk of committing acts of sexual violence. One initiative is to set up a national knowledge hub. Thu, 17 Sep 2020 09:30:19 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-adopting-a-new-information-management-strategy Karolinska Institutet's information management strategy was developed in Spring 2019 and is part of Strategy 2030. The aim is to create concrete, common and established ways forward for the management of information and data at Karolinska Institutet. Wed, 02 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-st-erik-eye-hospital-and-novo-nordisk-collaborate-to-find-a-cure-for-age-related-macular-degeneration Karolinska Institutet and St. Erik Eye Hospital have entered into a collaboration with Novo Nordisk A/S to develop a new treatment for age-related macular degeneration. Novo Nordisk A/S will provide support and SEK 48 million in funding to enable a phase 1 clinical trial where new retinal cells generated from embryonic stem cells will be transplanted into patients. The aim is to develop a completely new cell therapy for this common but currently incurable eye disease. Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/one-year-with-stockholm-trio Just over 12 months ago, the Stockholm Trio University Alliance was launched. The University Alliance between the Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm University and KTH has been extended and further developed within several areas over the course of the year. Joint representation in Brussels is a vision that is set to be realised this autumn. Mon, 29 Jun 2020 17:23:52 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-is-awarded-funding-from-the-swedish-institute-to-implement-training-programmes-for-professionals-contributing-to-achieve-the-agenda-2030 Karolinska Institutet has been awarded funding from the Swedish Insitute for two training programmes amounting to a total of four million SEK within the framework of the Swedish Institute’s Public Sector Innovation Programme. The programmes will run 2020-2021. Thu, 18 Jun 2020 06:56:19 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-receive-two-year-research-grant-from-the-swedish-brain-foundation-for-project-on-cluster-headache Congratulations to Andrea Carmine Belin and Caroline Ran, researchers at the Department of Neuroscience, who have received The Swedish Brain Foundation's Research Grant in 2020, for their project on cluster headache, a neurovascular disease leading to extreme pain and for which there is currently no cure. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:04:04 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-part-of-new-imi-consortium-seeking-to-develop-research-tools Researchers at Karolinska Institutet are part of a consortium granted almost 66 million euros (690 million Swedish kronor) by the european Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) and other parties. The funds will be used to develop, test and facilitate access to chemical substances and other research tools that could pave the way for new drug targets and treatments of diseases within areas such as inflammation and cancer. Mon, 08 Jun 2020 14:20:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/tobias-alfven-new-chairman-of-the-swedish-society-of-medicine KI researcher Tobias Alfvén has been elected new chairman of the Swedish Society of Medicine and will take office on 1 July, 2020. Fri, 05 Jun 2020 15:51:12 +0200 https://news.ki.se/next-generation-iot-a-new-eu-research-and-innovation-action-project-at-hic A new EU funded research project entitled “nexT gEneRation sMart INterconnectEd ioT (TERMINET)” has been initiated by researchers at KI and the Health Informatics Centre (HIC) at LIME. Karolinska Institutet is participating as healthcare research partner, within a consortium of 27 partners all around Europe. Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:37:58 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-to-evaluate-effect-of-hyperbaric-oxygen-treatment-against-covid-19 Researchers at Karolinska Institutet are coordinating a recently initiated multi-national clinical trial that will evaluate the effect of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBO) in severe cases of COVID-19. A total of 200 adults admitted to hospital with moderately severe COVID-19 pneumonia will be recruited. The trial could start as early as next week at a hospital in Region Blekinge, Sweden. Fri, 15 May 2020 11:54:37 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutets-holding-company-expands-board KI Holding and its subsidiary KI Innovations have now combed forces by creating a common board, to which they have added three new members and a new chairperson. Fri, 15 May 2020 11:30:23 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researcher-coordinates-large-international-coronavirus-project EU-financed Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) has boosted funding for research on diagnostics, medicines and vaccines against the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. Ali Mirazimi, researcher at Karolinska Institutet and Sweden’s National Veterinary Institute (SVA), coordinates one of eight projects provisionally selected among 144 applicants. Thu, 14 May 2020 11:48:35 +0200 https://news.ki.se/finding-the-needle-in-the-haystack In a study recently published in Nature Methods, researchers from Karolinska Institutet and Oxford University have developed a method to identify molecules that are attached to proteins in the membrane. Wed, 13 May 2020 10:17:24 +0200 https://news.ki.se/brainstem-neurons-control-how-mice-turn-left-and-right In a new study, researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Karolinska Institutet have found neurons in the brain that control how mice turn left and right. The studdy was recently published in the journal Nature Neuroscience. Tue, 12 May 2020 09:28:05 +0200 https://news.ki.se/british-ambassador-to-sweden-visits-ki-to-learn-more-about-covid-19-research The British Ambassador to Sweden, Judith Gough, visited KI on Walpurgis Eve to discuss the COVID-19 research being led by Lars Engstrand at KI and SciLifeLab in collaboration with KTH and with primary funding from Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:27:46 +0200 https://news.ki.se/minister-visits-ki-to-find-out-more-about-efforts-to-combat-covid-19 On 8 April, Matilda Ernkrans, Minister for Higher Education and Research, visited KI and SciLifeLab, which are coordinating a major COVID-19 diagnosis and research initiative. Under the direction of KI’s president, the Minister observed, amongst other things, how a laboratory at KI is built up to increase its analysis capacity for the testing of hospital staff and patients. Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:12:10 +0200 https://news.ki.se/first-in-sweden-to-have-oeci-accreditation-as-comprehensive-cancer-centre Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital are the first institutions in Sweden to be accredited as a Comprehensive Cancer Centre by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI). Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:59:47 +0200 https://news.ki.se/new-practices-improved-stroke-care A new method of evaluating and prioritizing treatment for patients with suspected acute stroke, which has been used by the Stockholm health authority since 2017, has led to faster health interventions and better patient care, shows a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in the journal JAMA Neurology. Tue, 07 Apr 2020 08:51:13 +0200 https://news.ki.se/project-on-tobacco-cessation-on-prescription-receives-grant-from-the-national-board-of-health-and-welfare The National Board of Health and Welfare annually distributes grants for research aimed at mental illness prevention and treatment of habits of living. This year, the research project “Tobaksavvänjning på recept” (Tobacco Cessation on Prescription) receives 2,3 MSEK. Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:19:41 +0200 https://news.ki.se/next-stage-ready-to-enhance-covid-19-diagnoses Karolinska Institutet has now received the test material that will allow scientists to perform 5,000 analyses a day on patient samples. The lab will be ready next week thanks to the swift cooperation of KI researchers and Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:44:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-formalises-and-strengthens-its-partnership-with-the-city-of-stockholm President of Stockholm City Council, Cecilia Brinck and the President of Karolinska Institutet Ole Petter Ottersen sign today, 23 March, a declaration of intent on a collaboration. Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:11:48 +0100 https://news.ki.se/one-step-closer-to-a-centre-of-excellence-for-sustainable-health An extensive workshop has been held to further the vision of creating a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Health. Karolinska Institutet is driving the development together with Makerere University in Uganda, with focus on non-communicable diseases and other high burden diseases. Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:40:37 +0100 https://news.ki.se/president-ole-petter-ottersen-member-in-the-governments-collaboration-group-for-health-and-life-science On Monday, February 10, the government presented four collaborative groups that are linked to the government's strategic collaboration program. Karolinska Institutet's president Ole Petter Ottersen is a member of the collaboration group for health and life science. Tue, 11 Feb 2020 17:30:54 +0100 https://news.ki.se/research-programmes-for-groundbreaking-treatment-and-diagnosis Two new research programmes focusing on AI and bioelectronic medicine, for application in the areas of breast cancer and inflammatory disease, respectively, have been adopted at MedTechLabs. An interdisciplinary centre run by KTH, Karolinska Institutet and the Stockholm Region. Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:07:43 +0100 https://news.ki.se/they-are-awarded-sff-grants-to-collaborate-with-industry Two researchers at Karolinska Institutet are awarded the Strategic Mobility Grant from the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF). The aim of the SSF mobility programme is to increase exchange between Swedish universities and industry by funding researchers’ work with a project managed by the other part. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:54:59 +0100 https://news.ki.se/the-disappointment-that-led-to-a-nobel-prize When Nobel prize winner Michael Kremer initially looked at the data of his now famous 1990s Kenya school study, he felt shocked and disappointed. The data showed that more textbooks did nothing to improve educational outcomes, contrary to what most researchers believed. But rather than succumbing to disillusionment, Kremer dug deeper into Kenya’s schooling system to uncover what measures truly did make an impact and found his answer: targeted help for weak students. Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:27:56 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-students-social-entrepreneurs-of-the-year The company "Care to translate", founded and developed by KI students, was named Social Entrepreneur of the Year in the Business Challenge 2019. Wed, 16 Oct 2019 16:53:06 +0200 https://news.ki.se/generous-harvest-of-eu-funding-for-ki Altogether SEK 170 million. This is this year's allocation from the European Commission under the funding programme for health in Horizon2020. A total of 20 research projects at Karolinska Institutet are being supported, three of them also coordinated from here: a survey of what we are exposed to in the environment; mapping of the brain's different nerve cells; and a project to bring down the mortality rate in childbirth in four African countries. Thu, 10 Oct 2019 10:27:00 +0200 https://news.ki.se/scilifelab-national-hearing Over 100 representatives from the Swedish life science sector participated in the hearing, whose main purpose was to gather thoughts and input for the SciLifeLab’s road map for the next decade. Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:47:27 +0200 https://news.ki.se/25-years-of-collaboration-between-ki-and-mayo-clinic The partnership between KI and the Mayo Clinic in the US is celebrating its 25th year. Since inception, the collaboration has supported a great many successful research projects and innovations. Sophie Erhardt has recently been appointed as KI’s academic coordinator for the collaborative platform. Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:38:11 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-who-is-releasing-for-the-first-time-guidelines-on-risk-reduction-of-cognitive-decline-and-dementia Professor Miia Kivipelto and her team - the Nordic Brain Network - provided a major contribution to the development and definition of the guidelines, given the expertise and experience in the field of risk and protective factors for dementia and AD. Thu, 23 May 2019 15:50:01 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-in-joint-sweden-south-africa-conference-on-agenda-2030 A research and innovation conference is currently in progress in Stellenbosch, South Africa, bringing together representatives of Swedish and South Africa universities. The main topic of the week-long conference, which opened on 6 May under the STINT-financed South Africa–Sweden University Forum (SASUF) project, is Agenda 2030. Mon, 13 May 2019 14:35:51 +0200 https://news.ki.se/portrait-of-researchers-and-their-innovations-in-a-new-brochure Mon, 08 Apr 2019 12:58:17 +0200 https://news.ki.se/rethinking-higher-education-students-in-focus-at-conference-on-global-goals The integration of the UN’s Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals into higher education and the importance of engaging students in the process were in focus at the recent conference, “Rethinking Higher Education: Inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals”. Thu, 04 Apr 2019 13:25:17 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-receive-h2020-grant-in-trusted-digital-solutions-and-cybersecurity-in-health-and-care-call Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:05:32 +0100 https://news.ki.se/near-a-unique-research-project Wed, 27 Feb 2019 13:03:50 +0100 https://news.ki.se/study-on-regenerative-angiogenesis-in-humans-shows-encouraging-results Wed, 20 Feb 2019 11:05:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-signs-agreement-with-the-international-union-of-basic-and-clinical-pharmacology Mon, 11 Feb 2019 09:48:32 +0100 https://news.ki.se/eu-and-russia-collaborate-in-new-project-on-infectious-diseases Mon, 28 Jan 2019 12:37:11 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-ferring-and-rebiotix-extend-collaboration-to-research-next-generation-of-microbiome-treatments Tue, 22 Jan 2019 10:43:42 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-students-won-award-for-best-environmental-project Wed, 12 Dec 2018 12:49:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-biogen-collaborate-to-facilitate-studies-on-neurological-diseases Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:26:10 +0100 https://news.ki.se/a-new-ki-engagement-grant-awarded-to-eight-projects Eight projects at Karolinska Institutet have been awarded the recently established KI Engagement Grants, which aim to help KI researchers get started along a path to societal impact. These grants are part of an internal ‘impact and outreach’ effort approved by KI President Ole Petter Ottersen. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 14:59:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-and-sll-collaborate-with-philips-on-the-usage-of-images-in-healthcare Mon, 26 Nov 2018 14:54:59 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-visits-china-to-welcome-alumni Mon, 15 Oct 2018 09:57:32 +0200 https://news.ki.se/sharing-of-knowledge-from-an-international-project-on-how-to-manage-your-type-2-diabetes Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:15:08 +0200 https://news.ki.se/two-ki-researchers-are-new-members-of-the-royal-swedish-academy-of-sciences The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has elected two new members – both from Karolinska Institutet. Birgitta Henriques Normark, a professor at the Department of Microbiology, Tumor and Cell Biology, has been elected to the Class for Medical Sciences. Emily Holmes, a professor at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, has been elected to the Class for Social Sciences. Thu, 04 Oct 2018 18:10:33 +0200 https://news.ki.se/full-house-when-ki-opened-biomedicum-to-the-public Mon, 01 Oct 2018 16:09:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-opens-biomedicum-to-the-general-public Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:47:58 +0200 https://news.ki.se/eurostars-eureka-financing-to-nvs-researchers Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:36:12 +0200 https://news.ki.se/russian-research-centre-delegation-visits-ki Sat, 16 Jun 2018 11:36:50 +0200 https://news.ki.se/makerere-university-and-ki-strengthen-partnership Fri, 08 Jun 2018 15:05:36 +0200 https://news.ki.se/strengthening-and-developing-healthcare-science Tue, 22 May 2018 08:18:33 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researcher-mandus-frykman-appointed-national-coordinator Thu, 19 Apr 2018 08:46:14 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-starts-collaborative-efforts-with-other-higher-education-institutions Mon, 12 Mar 2018 09:42:30 +0100 https://news.ki.se/250000-developmental-cells-sequenced Researchers from the global Human Cell Atlas Consortium report that they have sequenced a quarter of a million separate cells that are of importance for early development of organs such as the liver, skin and kidneys. Sten Linnarsson at Karolinska Institutet is participating in the project. Thu, 08 Mar 2018 15:59:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/variant-ribosomal-rna-alleles-are-conserved-and-exhibit-tissue-specific-expression Thu, 08 Mar 2018 10:19:46 +0100 https://news.ki.se/she-wants-to-take-science-out-of-the-laboratories Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:32:00 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ewa-ehrenborg-vice-dean-for-collaboration-with-stockholm-county-council Wed, 14 Feb 2018 16:36:52 +0100 https://news.ki.se/professor-janne-lehtio-new-scientific-director-of-scilifelab Wed, 14 Feb 2018 10:36:56 +0100 https://news.ki.se/this-is-how-academic-specialist-centre-can-attract-researchers Tue, 13 Feb 2018 09:33:59 +0100 https://news.ki.se/letter-to-the-embassy-of-iran-regarding-ahmadreza-djalali Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:47:25 +0100 https://news.ki.se/new-board-of-directors-for-cimed Fri, 02 Feb 2018 11:02:35 +0100 https://news.ki.se/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-visit-ki-focus-on-mental-health-in-adolescents Wed, 31 Jan 2018 13:25:02 +0100 https://news.ki.se/demonstration-for-ahmadreza-djalali Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:28:06 +0100 https://news.ki.se/icelands-president-visits-karolinska-institutet Thu, 18 Jan 2018 14:00:02 +0100 https://news.ki.se/mapping-biological-functions-of-nudix-enzymes Thu, 16 Nov 2017 14:42:38 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-one-year-after-the-action-plan Tue, 10 Oct 2017 20:38:55 +0200 https://news.ki.se/the-first-projects-to-start-at-the-new-research-center-medtechlabs MedTechLabs is now open – the research centre formed by a close collaboration between Karolinska Institutet (KI), the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and Stockholm County Council (SLL). The objective of the centre’s first project is to develop technology to improve diagnosis and treatment of patients who have, for example, suffered a stroke. Tue, 10 Oct 2017 16:10:18 +0200 https://news.ki.se/strong-emphasis-on-collaboration-to-tackle-health-challenges Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:00:07 +0200 https://news.ki.se/academic-specialist-centres-part-of-solution-for-medical-students Sat, 09 Sep 2017 10:53:45 +0200 https://news.ki.se/research-and-innovation-the-topic-for-ki-visit-by-chinas-minister-of-science-and-technology Fri, 01 Sep 2017 09:52:01 +0200 https://news.ki.se/ki-researchers-to-share-100-million-sek-for-industrial-research Wed, 08 Feb 2017 15:24:51 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-to-collaborate-with-the-swedish-olympic-committee The Swedish Olympic Academy is a new platform for science and sport and a new collaboration between the Swedish Olympic Committee, Karolinska Institutet, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE). The aim is to strengthen Swedish sport. Thu, 26 Jan 2017 10:25:07 +0100 https://news.ki.se/four-projects-granted-funding-for-innovative-research Four researchers at KI will receive grants from Johnson & Johnson Innovation, committed up to the next 2–3 years. The purpose is to identify and support high quality, innovative research that has the potential to provide new healthcare solutions. Tue, 17 Jan 2017 14:25:27 +0100 https://news.ki.se/ki-deputy-vice-chancellor-awarded-collaborator-of-the-year-in-life-science Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:31:43 +0100 https://news.ki.se/five-year-collaboration-agreement-on-real-world-evidence Tue, 22 Nov 2016 15:30:43 +0100 https://news.ki.se/karolinska-institutet-and-ferring-pharmaceuticals-sign-collaboration-agreement Ferring Pharmaceuticals and Karolinska Institutet announce today that a collaboration agreement has been signed for the establishment of a research center exploiting the human microbiome. The programme will be fully funded by Ferring Pharmaceuticals and governed by a joint steering committee. Wed, 27 Jan 2016 10:13:36 +0100