Dr. Ulrica Edlund

Professor

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Biography

Ulrica Edlund is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Polymer Technology. She is associated with several academic institutions, including Karolinska Institute and Karlstad University, and serves as the vice director of AIMES – Center for Advancement in Integrated Medical Engineering Sciences. Edlund has been elected as a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA). Her research interests include the synthesis, surface modification, characterization, and materials design of polymers, with a special focus on developing functional advanced formulations from renewable resources. She leads initiatives that aim to utilize renewable biomaterials sourced from terrestrial and marine biomass, including forestry biomass, algae, and agricultural residues. Edlund directs the MistraTerraClean program, a large-scale research initiative targeting the development of smart materials for clean air and water, and she has contributed to innovations in renewable hydrogels and bioplastics. Throughout her career, she has focused on promoting environmentally sound management of waste and developing energy-efficient clean technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-08-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research in Polymer Technology and engaged in developing advanced functional materials from renewable resources.

Courses

Biomedical Materials (KD2300) Degree Project in Fibre Polymer Technology (KF200X) Materials Chemistry Properties (CK1165) Materials Chemistry Properties (KF1165) Polymer Chemistry (KF2130) Project Work in Fibre Polymer Technology (KF2910) Project Work in Fibre Polymer Technology (KF2905)

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).