Eva Pålsgård

Eva Pålsgård is an Associate Professor in Engineering Physics with a focus on Microsystems Engineering at Uppsala University. She currently serves as a Research Advisor at the University Administration, specifically within the Office for Technology and Natural Sciences, Unit for Research Support. Her work focuses on Horizon Europe initiatives including EIC & EIT RawMaterials, Energy, Biotechnology KIC, with expertise spanning biomaterials, energy systems, and sustainable development.

Dr. Pålsgård earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Ion dynamics in insulin-producing cells. Her academic journey includes:

• Marie Curie Fellow (1998)
• Postdoctoral fellow and researcher at the University of Oxford (1994-1999)

Eva's research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a strong focus on materials science and biomedical applications. Her work in biomaterials has led to significant contributions in bone implant technology, particularly with nano-porous alumina coatings that improve osseointegration. She has also conducted important research in energy systems, nuclear engineering, and sustainable development, with specific expertise in electrochemical energy storage and nuclear fission/fusion technologies. Her methodology often involves advanced nuclear microscopy and X-ray microanalysis techniques to study elemental distributions in biological systems.

Analysis of Dr. Pålsgård's publication record reveals a clear evolution in her research focus. Early in her career, she concentrated on cellular biology, particularly studying ion dynamics in insulin-producing cells using nuclear microscopy techniques. Over time, her research shifted toward biomaterials and bone implant technology, with numerous publications on nano-porous alumina coatings for medical applications. More recently, her work has expanded into energy systems and sustainable development, reflecting her current role advising on Horizon Europe initiatives in these areas. This progression demonstrates her ability to apply fundamental materials science principles across diverse application domains.

Among her notable recognitions:

• Marie Curie Fellow (1998)

As a Research Advisor for Horizon Europe programs, Dr. Pålsgård provides strategic guidance on research funding applications, particularly in the areas of EIC & EIT RawMaterials, Energy, and Biotechnology KIC. Her extensive background in both academic research and industry (including previous positions at VINNOVA, Pharmacia Diagnostics, Q-Med, and Karolinska Institutet) gives her unique insights into translating research into practical applications. She has been involved in numerous collaborative projects bridging academia and industry in the fields of biomaterials, energy systems, and sustainable technologies.

Dr. Pålsgård's research has been conducted through collaborations with multiple institutions including the University of Oxford, Karolinska Institutet, and Chalmers University of Technology. Her work on bone implant interfaces involved interdisciplinary teams combining expertise in materials science, orthopedics, and cellular biology. Currently, through her advisory role, she connects researchers across Europe working on sustainable energy solutions, raw materials innovation, and biotechnology applications.