Dr. Thomas Norrby

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Norrby is an Adjunct Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in tribochemistry, specifically in the sliding and rolling contact events that occur at mating surfaces of machine elements. He has extensive experience in the lubricants and base oil industry, accumulating over 17 years in the field. Norrby holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from KTH, obtained in 1997. He works as a Senior Technical Coordinator at Nynas AB, focusing on lubricant applications, where he utilizes his academic knowledge and professional expertise to develop advanced solutions in machine design. His academic role includes affiliations with the Department of Systems Component Design, where he contributes to research and education in mechanical systems.

Research Interests

Tribochemistry Lubricant Applications Machine Design

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Specializes in tribochemistry and machine design.

Senior Technical Coordinator

— Present

Nynas AB • Nynäshamn

Focus on lubricant applications in the lubricants and base oil industry.

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).