Swedish universities and research centers has a wide range of photonics research and many groups are leading in their fields. Whether you’re interested in fundamental research or practical applications, there’s a wealth of knowledge, very strong experimental labs and resources, and numerous educational programs to help you.
Explore the list below to find some examples. To get to know the vibrant photonics academic community in Sweden, take advantage of the PhotonicSweden workshops and conferences!
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
KTH, in particular at Division of Micro and Nanosystems, and Department of Applied Physics, carries out extensive research in several photonics areas including biophotonics, quantum photonics, laser physics, and photonics chips.
Lund University
At Lund University, photonics research includes optics, spectroscopy, laser technology, and practical optical design. Their educational programs cover areas like communication, diagnostics, and nanophotonics. Research centers includes Lund Laser Centre and NanoLund.
Chalmers University
Chalmers University, in particular the department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience, conducts extensive photonics research, including quantum photonics, wide bandgap optoelectronics, , and optical communications. Research centers includes FORCE in optical communications.
Photonics research is spread across two departments, with 50 people working on topics like bio-nanophotonics and fiber optics. The FORCE center is a national leader in fiber communication. Spin-offs include EXFO Sweden AB.
Linköping University
Linköping University explores photonic and nanooptical systems, including conducting polymer plasmonic nanoantennas, cellulose-based optical materials, energy-efficient displays, sensors, and radiative cooling. Research groups includes Organic Photonics and Nano-optics. Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE) is coordinated by Linköping University.
Luleå University
Luleå University of Technology focuses on optics and photonics with a strong emphasis on industrial applications. Their research includes process diagnostics/automation, laser manufacturing, environmental remote sensing, and process industry applications like mining, pulp & paper, and bioenergy.
Umeå University
Umeå University’s photonics research includes groups in organic electronics and photonics, and optical physics.
Mid Sweden University
At Mid Sweden University, photonics research is carried out by groups in Advanced materials and processes, and Detectors and photonics.
Uppsala University
Optics and photonics are integrated across several disciplines at Uppsala University, including biomedicine and sustainable energy, and electronics.
Stockholm University
Stockholm University’s photonics research includes the Quantum Photonics group that focuses on generating and harnessing quantum light for applications in communication, simulation, and sensing. Their research includes entangled photon sources and quantum dots.
RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
Swerea
The research institute Swerim carries out applied photonics research for industrial applications, in areas such as laser processing, optical measurement techniques, and material analysis. Services using photonics include Materials analysis and Process monitoring.
