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Joakim Westerlund is a Professor at the Department of Economics at Lund University, Sweden. His research focuses on econometrics, especially panel data econometrics, with expertise in estimation theory, unit root testing, and structural breaks. He teaches econometrics at all academic levels and has supervised numerous bachelor, master, and PhD theses. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through methodological advancements in economic analysis. Westerlund has held a Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2019–2028) and received the Journal of Applied Econometrics Distinguished Author Award in 2018. He collaborates internationally and actively contributes to academic conferences. His research spans theoretical econometrics, empirical applications, and econometric software development. Current PhD supervision includes students working on topics like robustness to structural breaks and human capital analysis. Key research interests include panel unit root tests, interactive effects models, and methodological innovations for handling cross-sectional dependence. His recent work addresses structural breaks in panel data and the New Keynesian Phillips Curve in European economies. He has published widely in top journals such as the Journal of Applied Econometrics and the Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics.

• Econometrics
• Panel Data Analysis
• Time Series Analysis
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Joakim Westerlund is a Professor in the Department of Economics at Lund University's School of Economics and Management. With over 134 research outputs and 33 academic activities, his work focuses on econometrics, particularly panel data analysis, structural breaks, and estimation theory. He has contributed to the development of econometric methods for the New Keynesian Phillips Curve and common correlated effects models. Active Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2019-2028) Supervised 11 doctoral theses and bachelor/master projects Peer-review panel member and journal editor His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals in Economics and Econometrics, with significant contributions to panel unit root testing, interactive effects models, and Stata-based econometric methods. Westerlund received the prestigious Journal of Applied Econometrics Distinguished Author award in 2018. Current PhD supervisees include Christina Maschmann (2023-2028), Tilman Bretschneider (2023-2028), Pelle Almgren (2022-2027), and Shayan Meskinimood (2021-2026).

• Econometrics
• Panel Data Econometrics
• Structural Breaks
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Yu Xia is a Post Doc at the Department of Chemistry, Stockholm University, Sweden. He is affiliated with the Tom Willhammar Research Group, focusing on advanced electron microscopy and diffraction techniques for structural characterization of materials. PhD (2019–2023) from a joint program between the University of Birmingham (UK) and the Southern University of Science and Technology (China). Research emphasizes fabrication of metallic nanoparticles with non-equilibrium structures and shapes using gas-phase condensation and thermal shock methods. Specializes in scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), in-situ heating experiments, and electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS) for nanoparticle analysis. Current work prioritizes 4DSTEM imaging for electron beam-sensitive materials and Python-based post-processing of electron microscopy datasets. Yu Xia's research spans Materials Science , Nanotechnology , and Electrocatalysis , with applications in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution , graphene composites , and advanced electron microscopy techniques . His work often integrates computational image processing with structural characterization to optimize material properties. Publications highlight innovations in heterostructure engineering , metallic alloy catalysts , and electron beam-sensitive material imaging . No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Yu Xia's technical expertise includes Python scripting for image analysis, in-situ electron microscopy , and multifunctional graphene-based materials .

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Electron Microscopy
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Riccardo Catena is a Professor in Physics at the Department of Physics, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. He leads a research group comprising 1 postdoc, 2 PhD students, and 1-4 master students annually. His academic credentials include a 2014 habilitation (venia legendi) from the University of Göttingen and promotion to docent at Chalmers in 2016. He is an elected member of the IUPAP C4 commission on Astroparticle Physics and a founding member of the European Consortium for Astroparticle Theory (EuCAPT). Research focuses on astroparticle physics, intersecting particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology, with a current emphasis on dark matter. Key interests include modeling dark matter's microscopic properties, predicting observables, and designing experimental tests. His work is funded by the Swedish Research Council and the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (co-PI). Publications span dark matter detection strategies, material interactions, and theoretical frameworks. Notable projects include studies on graphene detectors, chiral phonons, and liquid xenon observatories. Grants support initiatives like 'Direct Detection of Light Dark Particles' and 'Computational Modeling of Dark Matter-Electron Interactions.' Catena's advisory role includes mentoring students and overseeing interdisciplinary collaborations. His research group actively explores experimental and theoretical advancements in dark matter physics, contributing to global efforts in astroparticle theory and detector innovation.

• Astroparticle Physics
• Dark Matter
• Particle Physics
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Rickard Sandberg is an **Associate Professor** and **Center Director** at the **Department of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology** at the **Stockholm School of Economics (SSE)**. His work bridges econometrics, statistics, and business analytics with a focus on time series analysis, machine learning applications, and sustainability measurement. **Research Interests**: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Nonlinear Time Series Modelling, Structural Economic Modelling, Econometrics, and Measuring Sustainability. His research emphasizes theoretical advancements in statistical methods and their practical application in economic and business contexts. **Key Contributions**: His publications explore unit root testing in nonlinear models, ESG rating challenges, and the impact of energy policies. Notable works include analyzing Scandinavian unemployment trends, cartel damage calculations, and Nordic companies' data-driven transformations. His 2023 paper on ESG ratings proposes solutions for consistency in ambiguous evaluation systems. **Teaching & Outreach**: Teaches advanced econometric time series courses (e.g., MSc 5314) and actively engages in international academic collaborations through presentations in Japan and Brazil. His work on AI for sustainability highlights interdisciplinary outreach efforts. **Labs/Teams**: Leads research initiatives within SSE’s Department, focusing on entrepreneurship and innovation through data and economic modeling frameworks.

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Data Analytics
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Joseph Minahan is a Professor at Uppsala University, affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy (Theoretical Physics) and the Department of Mathematics (Centre for Geometry and Physics). He holds dual Swedish and American citizenship. His research focuses on string theory, quantum field theory, and the AdS/CFT correspondence, with particular emphasis on integrability and localization techniques to derive exact results in supersymmetric theories. Education: BSc in Physics (MIT, 1982), MA and PhD in Physics (Princeton University, 1984–1987). He has held visiting positions at MIT, Harvard, and other institutions. Awards include the Lily och Sven Thuréus Prize (2013) and Bjoerkénska priset (2018), Uppsala University's highest science honor. His work spans topics like Hagedorn temperatures in supersymmetric gauge theories, integrable systems in the ABJM model, and dimensional analysis in supersymmetric Yang-Mills. He has led grants from the Swedish Research Council, Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, and others. His research often bridges high-energy physics and mathematical structures, with contributions to the thermodynamic Bethe ansatz and AdS/CFT integrability.

• String Theory
• Quantum Field Theory
• AdS/CFT Duality
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Hanna Boström is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Stockholm University , leading a research group focused on crystal engineering and structure-property relationships in coordination polymers, particularly Prussian blue analogues and Hofmann complexes . Her work bridges fundamental crystallography with application-driven materials science, emphasizing switchable properties under variable conditions like temperature and pressure. She employs techniques such as X-ray crystallography and magnetic measurements to explore materials for environmental and sustainable chemistry applications. Research Focus : Spin crossover, polar materials, synthesis-structure correlations, Jahn-Teller distortions Group Members : PhD students Lara Janus and Elina Elvelo Key Projects : "Tilt engineering of Prussian blue analogues towards multiferroic materials" Publications highlight her contributions to understanding negative thermal expansion, X-ray/radiation effects, and defect-driven properties in molecular frameworks. While no specific awards are listed, her work has attracted attention in sustainable material synthesis and environmental applications.

• Crystal Engineering
• Coordination Polymers
• Structure-Property Relationships
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Lena Ström, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Karolinska Institutet, specializes in sister chromatid cohesion, DNA damage responses, and genome integrity. Her research explores the role of Structural Maintenance of Chromosome (SMC) complexes in DNA repair, chromosome segregation, and developmental syndromes like Cohesinopathies. 2017: Senior Lecturer at Karolinska Institutet 2015: Docent at Karolinska Institutet 2002: PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology from Karolinska Institutet Her work focuses on the Cohesin complex's dual role in sister chromatid cohesion and DNA repair, particularly in cancer and Cohesinopathies. By studying yeast and human cells, her group investigates how DNA damage activates cohesion, impacts telomere maintenance, and contributes to tumor development and developmental disorders. Recent publications highlight Cohesin's role in damage-induced cohesion, DNA repair regulation, and SMC complex dynamics. Key collaborations span genetics, immunology, and medical research, with applications in cancer treatment and patient support for Cornelia de Lange syndrome. Current projects aim to elucidate Cohesin network mechanisms in chromatin structure, transcriptional regulation, and cancer therapy targets. Her group integrates advanced biochemistry, genomics, and functional studies to address molecular pathways in healthy and malignant cell cycles.

• Cell and Molecular Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
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Simon Reese is an Associate Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Lund University. His research focuses on econometrics, panel data models, and estimation theory, with expertise in probability theory and statistical methods. He has contributed to areas such as factor analysis in time series and panel data, detection of pervasive effects in large datasets, and the incidental parameters problem in econometric testing. His work has been published in journals like the Stata Journal and the Journal of Econometrics. Research interests include panel data modeling, factor estimation, and methodological advancements in econometric analysis. His recent studies explore topics such as school choice incentives and cross-sectional correlation testing in panel frameworks.

• Econometrics
• Panel Data Analysis
• Estimation Theory
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Oscar Grånäs is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy; Materials Theory, Uppsala University. His research focuses on the dynamics of electronic, magnetic, and structural degrees of freedom in materials, particularly using time-dependent density-functional theory (TDDFT) to study laser-driven phenomena. He aims to advance TDDFT by integrating dynamic mean-field theory to address correlated materials. Grånäs earned his PhD in 2012 and became a Docent (Associate Professor) in 2022. His research interests span ultrafast dynamics in materials, including spin dynamics in magnetic alloys, lattice dynamics in nanoparticles, and anisotropic melting of ice under nonthermal excitation. He collaborates on experimental/theoretical studies of femtosecond processes, such as bond breaking in peptides, fragmentation of organic compounds, and optically controlled spin phenomena in Heusler alloys. His work also explores thermoelectric materials and the interplay between strain and phase transitions. Recent publications highlight advancements in ultrafast laser-induced dynamics, magnetization control, and computational methods for correlated materials. Grånäs contributes to understanding nonequilibrium phenomena and their implications for material design, with applications in energy and quantum technologies.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Theoretical Physics
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Shyamprasad Natarajan Raja is a Researcher at the Department of Micro and Nanosystems at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His work focuses on developing solid-state nanogap and nanopore platforms for single molecule sensing applications. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Madras (India), and MSc and PhD degrees from ETH Zurich (Switzerland). His research spans nanomaterials, nanofabrication, microfluidics, and sensing technologies, with a strong emphasis on phonon transport in low-dimensional materials like nanowires and graphene. His research has been supported by grants such as the SSF Sweden Israel Research Collaboration (2022–2027) and the Ragnar Holm Foundation (2018). Key areas of exploration include nanofabrication techniques for precise sensors, molecular interactions using nanopores, and thermal properties of nanomaterials. Recent advancements include scalable fabrication of silicon nanopores, high-bandwidth measurement systems for tunnel junctions, and studies on graphene thermal conductivity under annealing conditions. Raja’s publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, blending materials science, electronics, and biotechnology. His work on crack-defined gold break junctions and phonon transport limits in nanowires demonstrates a deep integration of experimental and theoretical methodologies. Future research directions include expanding applications of nanopore-based biosensors and optimizing nanogap platforms for real-time molecular analysis.

• Nanofabrication
• Sensors
• Nanomaterials
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Cecilia Olsson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Food, Nutrition and Culinary Science at Umeå University. Her work spans teaching, research, and PhD education, with a focus on the nutritional and social significance of food within the Swedish welfare system, particularly school meals. She supervises three PhD students and contributes to course development and thesis examination. Registered dietitian and nutritionist with over 20 years of experience Former head of department and program coordinator for the Dietitian Program Research groups: School Meals, Learning Meals, Dietary Intake Measurement Her research explores sociological and psychological aspects of food and meals, emphasizing inclusivity for neurodivergent students, dietary compliance in clinical settings, and the disconnect between policy and practice in school meal programs. She employs empathy-based methods and interdisciplinary frameworks. Recent publications analyze video consultation adoption in dietetics, gender norms in celiac disease management, and the impact of meal environments on cognitive function. Her work consistently bridges public health, educational practices, and social equity in food systems. Olsson actively collaborates on projects like 'Dietitian Online' (DiOn) and 'ProMeal' across Nordic countries, aiming to improve health outcomes through structured meal programs. She has contributed to understanding regional variations in celiac disease incidence and dietary assessment methodologies.

• Nutrition
• School Meals
• Food Security
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Johan Larsbrink is an Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial Biotechnology at Chalmers University of Technology. He joined the university in 2015 after completing his PhD at KTH (2013) and postdoctoral studies at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. He is a member of a national research center focused on developing new materials from wood and has been recognized with awards including the Research Supervisor of the Year (Chalmers, 2019) and membership in the Young Academy of Sweden (2021). His research focuses on microbial degradation of complex plant biomass, particularly carbohydrates and lignin-carbohydrate interactions. His group’s work is funded by the Swedish Research Council, Swedish Energy Agency, Formas, and the Novo Nordisk Foundation. He teaches courses such as Molecular Biotechnology (KMB056), Biochemistry and Biotechnology (KBT016), and Sustainable Food Production (BBT050). Key research interests include enzyme discovery (e.g., glucuronoyl esterases), biomass conversion technologies, and understanding microbial strategies for breaking down lignocellulosic materials. His projects often involve collaborations to develop novel enzymes for industrial applications and sustainable biorefinery processes. Recent work includes studies on fungal and bacterial enzymes for bark degradation, structural analysis of carbohydrate-active proteins, and optimization of biocatalyst systems for biomass hydrolysis.

• Microbial Degradation
• Carbohydrate Biochemistry
• Biomass Conversion
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Egor Babaev is a Professor in the Department of Theoretical Physics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. His research focuses on condensed matter theory with an emphasis on superconductivity, superfluidity, topological defects, and quantum phase transitions. He has held faculty positions at KTH since 2006, including Assistant Professor (2006–2008), Associate Professor (2013–2015), and his current role since 2015. He also held a concurrent position at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2007–2013) and served as a Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences (2008–2014). Education: PhD in Theoretical Physics from Uppsala University (2001). Postdoctoral research at Uppsala University (2001–2003) and Cornell University (2003–2006). Research interests span multicomponent superconductors/superfluids, fractional vortices, skyrmion dynamics, and topological states. Key contributions include the theoretical prediction of type-1.5 superconductivity and the discovery of Borromean supercounterfluids. Selected awards include the 2018 American Physical Society Fellowship, 2015 Göran Gustafsson Prize, and 2010 NSF CAREER Award. His work has been supported by prestigious grants like the Swedish Research Council's Outstanding Young Researcher Award (2013). Advising: Supervised over 20 PhD and Master's students, many of whom have continued to academic/research roles. Active in curriculum development, teaching courses like Condensed Matter Theory (SI2600) and Statistical Mechanics (SI2510). Labs/Teams: Leads a research group exploring quantum matter phenomena, collaborating internationally on projects involving superconductivity, topological materials, and vortex physics.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Superconductivity
• Superfluidity
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Magnus Johansson is a Professor at Linköping University's Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (IFM), specializing in Theoretical Physics (TEOFY). His research focuses on nonlinear dynamics, topological edge states, and discrete nonlinear Schrödinger systems, with applications in quantum physics and condensed matter physics. Key research interests include topological insulators, soliton dynamics, and the interplay between nonlinearity and lattice structures. His work explores systems such as photonic lattices, Bose-Hubbard models, and waveguide arrays, with recent contributions in edge modes in nonlinear SSH lattices and breathers in nonlinear systems. Publications highlight studies on edge breathers, nonlinear gap modes, and instabilities in discrete systems. His research bridges theoretical physics with applications in optics and materials science, contributing to advancements in nonlinear photonics and quantum systems. Magnus holds the email magnus.x.johansson@liu.se and is affiliated with the Theoretical Physics division at IFM, Linköping University.

• Theoretical Physics
• Nonlinear Optics
• Quantum Physics
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