Dr. Magnus Wålinder

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Biography

Magnus Wålinder is a Professor at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology's Division of Building Materials. He has been with KTH since June 2011, leading a group focused on building materials research, specializing in wood technology and composite materials. With over 20 years of experience in wood technology development and significant positions in R&D centers, Wålinder has contributed to the field through peer-reviewed papers and editorial work in scientific journals. His research interests primarily involve biobased building materials, adhesion science, and material durability, addressing the challenges associated with moisture sorption and biological degradation. He aims to promote sustainable development by innovating eco-efficient building material systems based on renewable resources. Wålinder is actively involved in various national and international collaborative research networks, focusing on sustainable building practices and advanced wood-based construction materials. Apart from his research, he teaches multiple courses related to building materials and engineering at KTH.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-06-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading the building materials research group and contributing to academic advancements in wood technology.

Centre Manager

2006-01-01 — 2011-01-01

EcoBuild Institute Excellence Centre, SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden • Stockholm, Sweden

Managed R&D initiatives in wood technology.

Researcher Project Leader

2002-01-01 — 2006-01-01

SP Wood Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Led various research projects focused on wood technology advancements.

Awards

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L.J. Markwardt Wood Engineering Award

2013-01-01

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).