Göran Samuelsson

Senior Lecturer Göran Samuelsson at Mid Sweden University's Archival and Information Science Section specializes in information preservation and architecture. With a doctorate in history from Stockholm University, he bridges traditional archival practices with modern digital challenges.

• Doctorate in history (Stockholm University)
• 30+ years in information flows
• Former archive strategist at Lantmäteriet
• Current information specialist at Swedish Transport Administration

His research focuses on long-term information preservation strategies, information architecture, and spatial data management. Current projects include:

• Swedish Transport Administration collaboration on information management
• Physical infrastructure information integration (sensors, AI)
• Information reuse in infrastructure projects
• InterPARES Trust international research
• Forum for Digitalization (FODI) research group

Recent research trends examine:

• Spatial data preservation frameworks
• Metadata standards for geospatial information
• Virtual archival education environments
• Cross-organizational information continuity
• Digital information reuse in infrastructure projects
• AI integration with archival systems

Professional roles include:

• Teaching Archival and Information Science at all academic levels
• Active in information management for Sweden's Ostlänken infrastructure project
• Board member of the Cartographic Society
• Certified business architect