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Professor Dr. Olof Runborg

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Biography

Olof Runborg is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, where he specializes in Numerical Analysis and Applied Mathematics. He earned his MSc in Electrical Engineering from KTH in 1992 and a BSc in Economics & Business Administration from Stockholm School of Economics in 1994. In 1998, he completed his PhD at KTH, focusing on Numerical Analysis. Runborg has held postdoctoral positions at Paris VI and Princeton University from 1999 to 2001. His research centers on the numerical treatment of partial differential equations, particularly addressing challenges in wave propagation problems. Key research interests include the Helmholtz equation, high-frequency waves, multiscale phenomena, numerical homogenization, and uncertainty quantification. He also investigates methods to reformulate complex equations to expedite solutions while maintaining accuracy. Runborg teaches courses on numerical algorithms for scientific problems and fundamental numerical methods at KTH.

Research Interests

Numerical Analysis Applied Mathematics Partial Differential Equations Wave Propagation Helmholtz Equation High-Frequency Waves Multiscale Phenomena Numerical Homogenization Uncertainty Quantification

Experience

Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Professor in the area of Numerical Analysis and Applied Mathematics.

Docent

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Docent in the field of Numerical Analysis.

Postdoc

— Present

Princeton University, PACM • Princeton

Conducted research in applied mathematics.

Postdoc

— Present

Paris VI • Paris

Focused on advanced numerical methods.

Courses

Numerical Algorithms for Scientific Problems with Large Datasets (SF2526) Fundamental Numerical Methods (SF1545)

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).