Dr. Mikael Hedenqvist

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Biography

Mikael Hedenqvist is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in the Division of Polymeric Materials. He serves as the head of the division and as the Chief Editor for Polymer Testing. His research focuses on the physical properties of synthetic renewable polymers, including renewable resources such as proteins and polysaccharides. He specializes in mass transport, mechanical properties, and modeling polymer characteristics, as well as their applications in packaging, aging properties, electrical properties, and composite materials. Mikael has been actively involved in teaching various courses, taking on roles as the course responsible and examiner for several advanced experimental techniques and fiber polymer science courses.

Research Interests

Polymeric Materials Synthetic Renewable Polymers Mass Transport Mechanical Properties Modeling Polymer Properties Packaging Materials Aging Properties Electrical Properties Polymer Blends Composites Foams

Experience

Professor, Head

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leads the Division of Polymeric Materials and oversees research and educational activities.

Courses

Advanced Experimental Techniques; Theory Practice Characterization Methods Fibre Polymer Science Corrosion Surface Protection Degree Project Fibre Polymer Technology Materials Circular Society - Composites Biopolymers Materials Circular Society - Life Cycle Assessment materials products Materials Circular Society - Polymeric Materials Mechanical Properties Materials Polymer Materials Processing Polymeric Materials: Structure Properties Project Work in Fibre Polymer Technology

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).