Dr. Svein Kleiven

Professor

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Biography

Svein Kleiven's research focuses on injury biomechanics, particularly the mechanics resulting from external violence to the human head. By reducing the external forces on the head, various types of brain injuries can be significantly minimized. This is achievable through the implementation of safety systems. The process of developing or modifying safety systems, such as a new car model, is complex and lengthy. Recently, biomechanical simulation models of the head and human body have become increasingly relevant in the construction of new safety systems. The Neuronik unit at KTH is a product of interdisciplinary collaboration with Karolinska University Hospital, primarily aimed at head and neck injury prevention and improving clinical neurosurgical outcomes through new technological products and innovations. A particular effort has been made to amend European legal requirements to enhance helmet testing standards. Collaborative development work with significant parts of the European automotive industry involves detailed injury simulation models of the entire human body for improved injury prevention.

Research Interests

Courses

Biomechanics and Neuronik (CH213V) Biomechanics and Neuronik (HL2035) Literature Course for Research Students (FCA3002) Literature Course for Research Students (FCA3001) Simulation Methods in Medical Engineering (CM2014) Technology and Health (FCH3101)

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).