Dr. Samer Sawalha

Associate Professor

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Biography

Samer Sawalha is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Energy Technology. He received his PhD in Energy Technology from KTH in 2008, focusing on CO2 supermarket refrigeration. Over the years, he has led various research projects funded by the Swedish Energy Agency and the EU, with significant industrial involvement. Currently, he is leading a research project on energy systems for supermarkets, aimed at implementing state-of-the-art systems in collaboration with ten industrial partners, set to conclude at the end of 2021. His main research interests include supermarket refrigeration, energy systems, heat recovery, heat pumps using propane and CO2 refrigerants, and thermal energy storage methods. He employs diverse research methodologies including modeling, experimental work, and field measurement analysis. In terms of teaching, he has directed the Sustainable Energy Engineering master program and has been an examiner for several courses related to refrigeration, energy supply systems, and integrated energy systems, thus contributing significantly to the academic growth of his students.

Research Interests

Supermarket Refrigeration Energy Systems Heat Recovery Heat Pumps Thermal Energy Storage

Experience

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Teaching and research in energy technology with a focus on supermarket refrigeration and energy systems.

Courses

Applied Refrigeration Heat Pump Technologies Advanced Topics in Refrigeration Heat Pump Technologies Heating, Cooling, Indoor Climate Degree Project in Energy Technology, Cycle Degree Project in Heat Transfer, Cycle Energy Supply Systems in Buildings Heat Pumping Technologies Shallow Geothermal Energy Systems

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).