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02 April 2026

The battle for power – who has the right to our electricity?

Wind farms rising like the Eiffel Tower, data centres consuming as much power as entire regions and municipalities feeling like pawns in a global game. The large-scale investments  are creating conflict:  who has priority access to our electricity?

01 April 2026

Can an urban district produce more energy than it consumes?

Senior Associate Professor Yang Liu is coordinating a European project in which, together with several cities, he aims to develop a framework for how an urban district can generate its own positive energy balance.

31 March 2026

New AI partnership strengthens the region

The AI Academy Partnership Program at Linköping University will support companies and organisations in developing the skills needed to use AI effectively. The first partner in this new form of collaboration is Länsförsäkringar Östgöta.

31 March 2026

Molecular medicine research secures long-term funding

The Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine (WCMM) at LiU has been granted extended funding until 2039 by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. This makes it possible to build on ten years of success and to recruit new physician-scientists.

31 March 2026

From painter to PhD student

Family life came early for PhD student Petter Alsén. Shortly after finishing upper secondary school, he became a father, and he began working as an apprentice painter in the construction industry. Nine years later, he called his boss.

30 March 2026

He wins award for best doctoral thesis

At the Sociology Days in Växjö in 2026, Josef Ginnerskov, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Analytical Sociology, was awarded the Swedish Sociological Association’s prize for the best doctoral thesis in sociology 2024–2025.

27 March 2026

Suleman Khan awarded the Lawson scholarship for 2025

Suleman Khan, PhD student at the Department of Computer and Information Science (IDA), is awarded the Lawson Scholarship in recognition of his outstanding research quality and significant international impact.

26 March 2026

The artist Birthe Jørgensen in collaboration with researchers from Tema

How can artistic practice contribute to research on a just transition? This is what the artist Birthe Jørgensen will explore together with researchers at Linköping University.

26 March 2026

Asteroid named after Anders Ynnerman for his contributions to space

LiU professor Anders Ynnerman is one of ten Swedes to have had an asteroid named after them. His visualisation research takes us out into space through the software OpenSpace, which opens up the entire known universe to the public.

26 March 2026

Focus Periods and the Path Toward New 6G Standards

Diana Pamela Moya Osorio was recently interviewed by the strategic research environment ELLIIT, where the upcoming focus period and 6G were in the spotlight.

25 March 2026

Parents' housing choices can sustain segregation across generations

Where parents live influences housing choices and segregation for their adult children. This is shown by new research from Linköping University. Early decisions about housing and municipal services can affect long-term patterns of segregation.

24 March 2026

Training educators requires research

Teachers face challenges when it comes to sparking students’ curiosity and getting them to understand science and technology. This is something the Graduate School FontD has addressed over the past two decades.

24 March 2026

Existing medication can restore HIV-affected immune cells

HIV exhausts the body’s immune system by overactivating it, despite effective antiviral treatment. Researchers from Linköping University have conducted cell studies showing that an existing medication restores immune cell function.

23 March 2026

LiU strengthens Sweden’s internationalstanding in the humanities

The Swedish Research Council highlights Sweden’s strong international position in humanities research. A report confirms that Linköping University plays an important and leading role, which makes the SoK research environment both pleased and proud.

23 March 2026

Sensors could be new witnesses in criminal investigations

Sensors in connected buildings record temperatures, movement and air quality to regulate indoor environments. However, the same data can also help reconstruct what has happened at a crime scene.

19 March 2026

Lawyer Johan Höök appointed guest professor in Moa Martinson’s name

The Centre for Municipal Strategic Studies will be strengthened with expertise in municipal law and legislative work. From autumn 2026, Johan Höök will serve as a guest professor for two years, contributing expertise from his professional work.

18 March 2026

Qubits created using unexpected materials

For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that the properties of the perovskite family of materials can be used to create so-called quantum bits. The findings pave the way for more affordable materials in future quantum computers.

17 March 2026

Open-source tool puts Norrköping on the map

The open-source mapping software QGIS has released a new major version; QGIS Desktop 4.0 Norrköping. At LiU Campus Norrköping, GIS and geodata are used in several research fields.

17 March 2026

Three more years as Vice-Chancellor

The Government has announced that Jan-Ingvar Jönsson has been reappointed as Vice-Chancellor of Linköping University for a further three years, until 30 June 2029.

16 March 2026

David Livingstone Smith will be guest professor at LiU

David Livingstone Smith is a professor of philosophy, he focuses on dehumanisation, race and genocide. He regards the guest professorship in the name of Tage Danielsson as a great honour and a respite from a strained academic climate in the US.

12 March 2026

Brave Magnus has no beard

With hard rock as a constant companion, Professor Magnus Dahlstedt goes his own way in academia. He wants research to be shared, understood and used – knowledge has no value if not disseminated.

10 March 2026

New insights aided recovery from persistent fatigue

Researchers have identified common steps and turning points in stories of patients who have recovered from diagnoses characterised by persistent fatigue. The findings can contribute to new ways of understanding and rehabilitating these conditions.

09 March 2026

Max Johansson's public defence of doctoral thesis

Max Johanssons successfully defended his doctoral thesis, with the title "Modelling, Control, and Optimization of Fuel Cell Hybrid Trucks" on March 6th.

09 March 2026

Increased risk of bullying in open-plan offices

Open-plan offices entail a clearly increased risk of workplace bullying compared with employees having their own office or sharing with just a few colleagues. This is shown in research from Linköping University.

02 April 2026

Open Positions at the Laboratory of Organic Electronics

Learn more about open PhD, Postdoc, Masters, Scholarship, and other positions at LOE.

02 April 2026

Docent lectures at the Faculty of Science and Engineering

Here we are announcing docent lectures at the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

02 April 2026

Professors installed at IKOS

Do you want to know more about LiU:s research in the humanities and social sciences? Here are the new professors at IKOS presented. You are welcome to attend the next inaugural lecture, and to read about the research in the IKOS publication series.

01 April 2026

Postdoctoral fellowship

A postdoctoral fellowship may be given to foreign citizens with a doctoral degree or equivalent, acquired in countries other than Sweden, and may be paid for a maximum of two years from LiU.

01 April 2026

Innovations from LiU

Did you know that the first digital hearing aid was developed at LiU? So was the visualisation table, which is today used all over the world. And without data compression originating from LiU, we would have no streaming services.

01 April 2026

Account administrators at LiU

The account administrator at your department is listed on this page.

01 April 2026

Quality assurance of education

An important component of the work with quality assurance at Linköping University are the quality-assurance processes, the purpose of which is to ensure, in a systematic manner, that education at all levels maintains a high quality.

31 March 2026

Hidden gems

Find courses that are not that visible in the course catalogue, but really worth your interest!

31 March 2026

Scholarships

LiU offers a limited number of scholarships to outstanding international students. There are several options to receive a scholarship for your studies at LiU if you are a fee-paying student.

31 March 2026

Information material for partner universities - Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Useful links for partner universities.

30 March 2026

University ranking lists

University Rankings have been highly publicised in recent years. Listed here are the rankings, including subject rankings, that are of relevance to Linköping University.

27 March 2026

Semester dates

On this page you find all term times for the different faculties at Linköping University.

27 March 2026

LiU Humanities

LiU Humanities is a forum for collaboration between researchers, teachers and doctoral students active in the intersection of humanities and social sciences.

26 March 2026

LiU printing services

Contact our customer center at the print shop when you want a price quote, place an order or need help with original production and graphic design. We help you find the best solution for your needs.

26 March 2026

24 days of CSPR

Meet 24 members of the Centre for Climate Science and Policy Research, and find out what they’re working on right now.

26 March 2026

Algebra seminar

Algebra Seminar is a seminar series at the Department of Mathematics.

26 March 2026

Culture and innovation - a unique short-term exchange programme

Come to Linköping University for a short-term exchange in May. Take one or two courses and delve into Swedish culture, entrepreneurship and innovation!

26 March 2026

Support knowledge for a better future

Today’s society is facing enormous challenges. To meet these, we are seeking to strengthen and develop our high-quality research, educate future change leaders and contribute to necessary social transformation. Join us in shaping the future.

26 March 2026

Living costs

You must be able to cover your personal living expenses while studying in Sweden. Check out our student budget, tips to keep your living costs down and information about working while studying.

26 March 2026

Receivers of grants in e-Health 2026

These projects have received grants from Area of Strength e-Health 2026. The grants are Collaboration grants to increase cooperation between health care, academia, and other actors as well as postdoc and PhD student grants for research visits.

26 March 2026

Residence Permits and Visas

Are you allowed to enter and reside in Sweden? Make sure you confirm your rights or obligations in time for processing requirements at the Swedish Migration Agency.

26 March 2026

Student Health Care at LiU

The Student Health Care offers help with questions and problems that concern your health, your wellbeing, and your studies.

26 March 2026

European Documentation Centre

Since 1995, Linköping University Library has been a European Documentation Centre (EDC). EDC’s are collections of official documents from European Union institutions and agencies.

26 March 2026

What does it cost to study at LiU?

Citizens from countries outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland must pay application and tuition fees for higher education in Sweden.