Mid Sweden University is taking a big step as a regional knowledge engine. The STC research centre, together with its partners, has been granted almost SEK 50 million for five new research projects that will drive development in artificial intelligence, sensor technology and digitalisation.
How can international students and regional companies collaborate to strengthen the workforce of tomorrow? At a Lucia gathering at SCA, international master’s students from Mid Sweden University got a firsthand look at the company’s operations, recruitment needs, and career opportunities.
Last week, Farangis Foroughi, PhD student at STC, gave a presentation about her research at the MAX IV Laboratory, as part of their MAX4Life Talk Series.
In early December, the IMMERSE research team met at Mid Sweden University in Sundsvall to review project progress, share results, and plan upcoming work. The meeting brought together researchers from Sweden and Finland to deepen collaboration on future remote-operation technologies.
The Ensure project is developing a 6G-based, energy-efficient monitoring system for remote railway sections in the Nordic region. Using AI-powered temperature sensing, dangerous rail buckling can be predicted in time, improving safety and operations in an increasingly warm climate.
IEEE Fellow is a rare honor for researchers world wide - and now Professor Mikael Gidlund has taken his place in the exclusive circle. His research strengthens Swedish industry and regional innovation and the award shows that top-level international research also thrives outside the big cities.
On 27 November, the Centre for Immersive Visual Technologies at Tampere University, celebrated 10-year anniversary with an event filled with expert talks, demonstrations, and networking. Prof. Mårten Sjöström was invited to present the ongoing research on augmented and immersive remote operations.
On Friday 14 November, the steering group for the research profile NIIT - Next Generation Industrial IoT, gathered at Mid Sweden University. During the day, the companies were able to take part in ongoing projects in industrial digitalization and visit the newest partner GDM.
Through a collaboration between STC Research Centre and BlueGreen Farming AB, it is investigated how AI can be used to improve and streamline cultivation in stores. The project can pave the way for the sustainable and digitally monitored food production of the future.
From August to December, PhD student Mattia Manenti from University of Catania in Italy is visting Mid Sweden University and STC as part of his doctoral studies. When he soon returns to Italy, he will bring back lots of feedback, inspiration and new ideas.
Mid Sweden University's students work with real assignments from companies as part of their studies. Several projects are currently underway in which artificial intelligence plays a central role, including an AI-based camera system to increase safety in industry, in collaboration with SSG.
How can education and industry work together to secure the future IT competence in Västernorrland? This was one of the main questions discussed when Mid Sweden University participated in the regional strategy meeting TechTalent 2025 in Härnösand, organized by Bron Innovation.
PhD students in Mid Sweden University's international graduate school IRS Transtech gather for three days in Sundsvall. On the agenda are presentations of their research, networking and discussions on common challenges.
On 9–10 October, one professor and four doctors from STC were inaugurated and promoted during Mid Sweden University's academic ceremony on campus Östersund.
When the Good Tech Conference 2025 took place in Sundsvall, STC was present with several researchers. Under the theme of safety, STC showed how research and practical solutions can strengthen both security and sustainability in society.
In early October, the administration team from STC Research Centre visited the partner university Università degli Studi di Salerno (UNISA) in Italy. The purpose of the visit was to exchange experiences in research administration and to strengthen the ongoing collaboration between the two universities.
On Saturday, September 27, Mid Sweden University opened its doors to the public. STC were on site in Sundsvall and showcased our research through exciting activities for both adults and children.
Three decades after he began his studies at Mid Sweden University, Håkan Norell receives the Alumnus of the Year award. With experience from the STC research center, he has built an international career in advanced technology and innovative solutions.
The two new AI-focused programs, Applied AI and Automation with AI, are already drawing strong interest. With this initiative, Mid Sweden University strengthens both its educational offerings and campus life.
Today Yuxuan Zhang successfully presented his doctoral thesis on how small and energy-efficient AI systems can be used to detect damage in buildings and infrastructure at an early stage – before serious problems arise.
The page was updated 10/31/2025
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