Dr. Mikael Forsman

Professor

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Biography

Mikael Forsman is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, working in the Division of Ergonomics. He has a strong background in Electrical Engineering and Medical Electronics, having completed his Ph.D. at Chalmers University of Technology in 1995. His research focuses on ergonomics, particularly in the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and the development of reliable measurement methods for assessing ergonomic risks. Forsman has led numerous research projects and has been instrumental in the development of assessment methods used in both lab and field settings. He collaborates extensively with both national and international partners in the medical field to enhance the understanding of work-related injuries and ergonomics. His educational contributions include supervising multiple master's and doctoral theses and teaching advanced courses in areas related to ergonomics and occupational health. He has authored 78 scientific papers in international peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Head

2018-01-01 — Present

Division of Ergonomics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Leading the Division of Ergonomics, focusing on research and education in ergonomics.

Guest Professor

2017-01-01 — 2018-01-01

IMM Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet • Stockholm

Collaborating on research related to occupational medicine.

Adjunct Professor

2014-01-01 — 2017-01-01

IMM Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet • Stockholm

Contributed to research and education in occupational medicine.

Research Group Leader

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders Ergonomics, Occupational Environmental Medicine • Stockholm

Led research on musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomic interventions.

Researcher

1999-01-01 — 2007-01-01

National Institute Working Life • Göteborg

Conducted research on occupational health and ergonomics.

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).