The international graduate school doubles in expanded investment
Mid Sweden University's international graduate school is now being expanded with new collaborations with eight universities from four continents.
News from STC research centre
Industrial doctoral student's AI research improves industrial maintenance work
After five years as an industrial doctoral student at Mid Sweden University and SCA, Adam Lycksam is ready to present his thesis. With a focus on machine learning and predictive maintenance, he has developed methods that will predict faults in machines – and thus prevent costly downtime in industry.
Fatma Benbrahim joins as a new PhD student to develop future energy solutions
With a background in mechanical engineering and a strong passion for energy harvesting, Fatma Benbrahim has begun her PhD studies at Mid Sweden University and TU Chemnitz. As part of the IRS Transtech research school, she is developing smart, sustainable solutions for wireless sensor technology.
Connecting Ideas and Industries: Meet PhD Student Muhammad Azeem Khan
Muhammad Azeem Khan is pursuing a cotutelle PhD at Mid Sweden University and the University of L’Aquila, combining academic research and industrial collaboration to improve wireless communication for the factories of the future.
AI and Hidden Colors: Guest Professor Joins STC to Advance Smart Industry
Guest professor Dr. Jaime Zabalza from the University of Strathclyde is collaborating with STC to explore how AI and hyperspectral imaging can address industrial challenges. His aim is to develop smart, reliable systems and build a global research network focused on sustainable innovation.
AI and 6G in Focus ‑ IEEE Fellow Prof. Coleri visits Mid Sweden University
Between May 13-16, Professor Sinem Coleri from Koç University in Turkey visited Mid Sweden University and STC Research Centre. Prof. Coleri, an IEEE Fellow and a leading expert in AI-based wireless network design, is at the forefront of shaping the future of wireless communications.
New AI research will help dental care call patients at the right time
Are you having difficulty getting an appointment with the dental care due to a shortage of dentists? A new research project is now starting with the aim of using AI to call patients for examinations at the right time and prevent dental problems that require more extensive dental care.
New method to detect emissions of the greenhouse gas methane
Methane is one of the most powerful greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. In a new project, Mid Sweden University's research center FSCN and STC will develop a method for detecting and estimating the amount of emissions from waste management, biogas production, agriculture and wetland restoration.
New Doctor in Computer Engineering: Sujash Naskar Defended Doctoral Theis on Vehicular Network Communication
Today, Sujash Naskar successfully defended his doctoral thesis titled "Lightweight Cryptographic Solutions for Privacy-Preserved Authentication & Communication in Vehicular Ad-Hoc Networks" at Mid Sweden University, earning his PhD in Computer Engineering.
Congratulations to Dr. Farnaz Khodakhah on Earning Her PhD in Computer Engineering
We are proud to announce that Farnaz Khodakhah has successfully defended her doctoral thesis in Computer Engineering, titled “Medium Access Design for 5G and Beyond: Multi-Service Coexistence and Collaboration Strategies”, at Mid Sweden University.
Safer and cheaper electrification of vehicles with low-voltage technology
In a new project, Mid Sweden University is exploring how low-voltage batteries can be used to power vehicles and work machines. The aim is to reduce costs, improve safety, and simplify the design of electric drive systems through innovative low-voltage solutions.
Multimodal machine learning to help industry stay one step ahead
With a background in energy systems and passion for machine learning, Andrea Gambardella has started a new position as an industrial PhD student. His research will focus on multimodal machine learning - combining data from various types of sources to predict maintenance needs in industrial machines.
Mazhar Hussain Successfully Defended his Doctoral Thesis on Multi-Sensor Data Fusion
On April 3, 2025, Mazhar Hussain successfully defended his doctoral thesis "Multi-Sensor Data Fusion for Improved Estimation and Prediction of Physical Quantities".
Kyi Thar on an exchange to NTU in Singapore − to Advance AI for 6G Networks
Kyi Thar, at Mid Sweden University, has embarked on a research exchange at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. The collaboration, made possible through a VINNOVA-funded staff exchange program, aims to develop cutting-edge AI-driven solutions for 6G networks and industrial applications.
Smart Mattress Tested in Healthcare – Aiming to Prevent Pressure Ulcers
One of the first pressure-sensing mattresses for healthcare have been tested by staff and patients in two care facilities in the municipalities of Sundsvall and Örnsköldsvik. The purpose of these mattresses is to quickly identify the risk of pressure ulcers and enable preventive measures to be taken.
Returns to Mid Sweden University as a research engineer
Stefani Rydblom defended her Doctoral thesis at Mid Sweden University in 2019 and has since worked as a researcher at RISE. She is now returning to Mid Sweden University in the role of a research engineer, where she will, among other things, develop positioning technology at the STC Research Centre.
Erasmus Trainee Explores 6G at Mid Sweden University
STC Research Centre is currently hosting Erasmus trainee Muhammad Danish, a mathematics and computer science MSc graduate from the University of Calabria in Italy. Muhammad is undertaking a six-month research traineeship, focusing on Semantic Communications.
New AI project aims to prevent cyberattacks on wireless networks
Cyberattacks on wireless networks pose a threat to businesses and society, with risks such as ship rerouting and flight delays. Now Mid Sweden University’s STC Research Center, in collaboration with the University of Vaasa in Finland, is developing an AI solution to detect intrusions.
Aya Soualeh Mohamed new PhD-student within 5G – A cotutelle between Sweden and France
Aya Soualeh Mohamed from Algeria has started her PhD at Mid Sweden University, focusing on deterministic networking in 5G. As a cotutelle student, she will study in both Sweden and France, gaining international experience while contributing to future communication technologies.
Great interest when AI was discussed in Åre
Around forty participants defied the snowy rain and went to House Be in Åre on Wednesday February 5 to take part in the breakfast lecture "Create business value with AI".
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