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Photo: Christian Gustavsson

A stronger collegial leadership takes office

From 1 July, new leaders and faculty representatives will take up their posts on the Faculty Board and its committees. This is part of a series of organisational changes aimed at clarifying responsibilities and fostering greater engagement in the university’s collegial governance. One such change is that Martin Bergö will take up the post of chair of the Faculty Board.

Photo: Erik Flyg

Meet the Dean and Deputy Dean of Research

The Dean of Research is Petter Höglund, professor at the Department of Medicine, Huddinge. The Deputy Dean for Research is Kristina Johnell, professor at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

Photo: Erik Flyg

Meet the Dean and Deputy Dean of Doctoral Education

The Dean of Doctoral Education is Erika Franzén, professor at the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society. The Deputy Dean of Doctoral Education is Tobias Alfvén, professor at the Department of Global Public Health.

Photo: Erik Flyg

Meet the Dean and Deputy Dean of Higher Education

The Dean of Higher Education is Ewa Ehrenborg, professor at the Department of Medicine, Solna. The Deputy Dean of Higher Education is Maria Hagströmer, professor at the Department of Neurobiology, Health Sciences and Society.

collage to illustrate KI's activities with hands in a lab, students on bicycles, and dental examinations

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22 new Faculty Representatives appointed

It has now been decided who will take up their posts as new faculty representatives of the Faculty Board, the Committee for Higher Education, the Committee for Doctoral Education and the Committee for Research on 1 July 2026. This concludes the academic elections at KI for this round.

Gaiana Frank wrapped in a big rainbowflag.

Photo: Fredrik Persson.

Equal opportunities

Celebrate Stockholm Pride with KI on 1 August

Join KI in the Pride Parade to celebrate equality. All staff, students and alumni are welcome as part of Academic Pride. The parade sets off on Saturday 1 August at 1 pm from Norr Mälarstrand. Everyone is also welcome to sign up for a pre-parade gathering at Campus Solna.

Woman with badminton racket bag sitting on her back on lawn on campus Solna, with people in the background.

Photo: Liza Simonsson

Summer time

Time for holidays - keep this in mind beforehand

It will soon be time for the long-awaited summer holidays for many. To ensure the holiday and operations run smoothly, there are a few things to consider.

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Summer time

Campus opening hours this summer

During parts of the summer, when many people are on holiday, various services on campus have restricted opening hours.

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AI at KI

AI network strengthens support for KI staff and students

The rapid advancement of AI in medical research is increasing the need for coordination. Karolinska Institutet is therefore funding a cross-institutional AI network that brings together researchers, clinicians and experts, coordinates initiatives, and provides support for reliable and clinically relevant AI.

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Collaboration

KI steps up efforts in medical preparedness

KI is launching a strategic initiative in medical preparedness aimed at strengthening Sweden’s ability to prevent and manage the health-related consequences of crises and war.

Updates from the University Management

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Annika Östman Wernerson: Well-deserved rest after an intense spring awaits

Together, we are KI – and your commitment to education, research and support services contributes to KI’s development every day. We would like to wish all our staff a wonderful summer with time to recharge – and look forward to seeing you again in the autumn!

Photo: Christian Gustavsson.

First allocation of the 2027 research funding completed

An initial allocation of the research grant for 2027 has now been approved by the Vice-Chancellor and the Faculty Board. Under the new model, the allocation will take place as early as June, which provides campus groups and departments with better conditions for planning.

Photo: Liza Simonsson

New migration regulations for researchers and doctoral students

The Swedish government is introducing new migration rules for doctoral students and researchers. The regulatory framework is improved in several respects, and will take effect on 11 June 2026.

Pär Nordlund wearing glasses and smiles.

Photo: Håkan Lindgren

Award

Pär Nordlund awarded the Prize for Innovation and Utilisation 2026

Pär Nordlund is an internationally prominent researcher who successfully combines excellence in basic research with tangible societal impact. He is now awarded the 2026 Prize for Innovation and Utilisation.

Photo: Liza Simonsson

Call

Strong KI presence in call for excellence clusters for groundbreaking technologies

Karolinska Institutet is the host organisation for nine applications – and KI researchers are involved in several other additional ones – in the Swedish Research Council’s and Vinnova’s call for excellence clusters for groundbreaking technologies. These clusters of excellence will combine research of the highest scientific quality with the best and most extensive innovation capabilities.

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Security

Regarding the situation in the Middle East

Due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and unrest in other parts of the world, Karolinska Institutet is monitoring developments closely.

Students at campus Flemingsberg in 2019.

Photo: Erik Flyg

Security

In the event of campus emergencies

Here you will find important information in the event of a serious emergency.

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Photo: Liza Simonsson

News and updates from the University Management

The latest information from and about the University Management of Karolinska Institutet: President, Vice President and University Director.

Recent awards

Recently awarded grants

Timetable for the commuter bus

Reduced timetable

During the period June 22 - August 7, a reduced timetable applies.

From Flemingsberg (Hälsovägen)
7:40 am, 9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 1:35 pm, 3:35 pm, 4:20 pm.

From Solna (Nobels väg 4/Gammelgården)
7:20 am, 9:15 am, 10:00 am, 11:40 am, 12:20 pm, 2:00 pm, 2:50 pm, 4:25 pm.

More about the commuter bus

Regular timetable

From Flemingsberg (Hälsovägen)
7:00 7:40 8:10 09:15 10:15 11:10 11:50 12:30 13:10 14:10 14:50 15:35 16:20 16:50 17:40

From Solna (Nobels väg 5)
7:00 7:30 8:10 09:15 10:15 11:10 11:50 12:30 13:10 14:10 14:50 15:35 16:25 17:10 17:40

Valid Monday-Friday, except on Swedish holidays.