Enabling sustainable technologies with positive impact on our society by understanding, creating, and controlling complex materials
19 Aug 2025
“To achieve climate neutrality by 2050, research and innovations in energy, transport, manufacturing industry, and sustainable practices globally are crucial”, says Professor Ange Nzihou from IMT Mines Albi, France.
16 Aug 2025
On Wednesday, 20 August, Prof. Hjörvarsson will give a talk at the WISE Welcome Meeting at Louis De Geer Konsert & Kongress in Norrköping.
– I’ll give you a teaser: the title of my talk is “Bullerbyn 2.0 / El Dorado,” says Hjörvarsson with a big smile.
12 Aug 2025
The call for KAW Proof of Concept Grants in Materials Science for Sustainability will open soon.
11 Aug 2025
The Wallenberg Initiative Material Science for Sustainability (WISE) is proud to launch its second major faculty recruitment drive, opening up new opportunities to lead cutting-edge research in sustainable materials science.
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7 Aug 2025
An international team of scientists from France, Germany, and Sweden has taken a closer look at how magnetism can change incredibly fast—a phenomenon called ultrafast demagnetization.
For the first time, they were able to observe some of the key steps in this process as it happens in a magnetic material. Their work, published in Nature Communications, could help pave the way for faster and more energy-efficient spintronic devices used for storing and processing information.
7 Aug 2025
Get ready—one of the most anticipated events of the year is just around the corner! The WISE Welcome Meeting 2025 is fast approaching, and you won’t want to miss it!
17 Jun 2025
MAX IV is awarded 200 million SEK from Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and WISE to construct and establish a 3D imaging X-ray technology aimed at studying and developing advanced materials for the transition to a sustainable society.
16 Jun 2025
The Wallenberg Initiative Material Science for Sustainability (WISE) is excited to announce the launch of its second major faculty recruitment call.
Picture by Luleå University of technology.
9 Jun 2025
Do not miss out as the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation soon is set to open applications for its 2025 Proof of Concept Grants in Materials Science for Sustainability. The call opens on September 1 and closes on October 15, 2025, at 13:00.
26 May 2025
The Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, in partnership with the WISE research program, has selected nine promising innovation projects to receive Proof-of-Concept (PoC) grants. ,
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WISE is now seeking driven individuals for Fellow 2 positions across a range of impactful projects. These roles offer an exceptional platform to shape the future of materials science and contribute to a more sustainable world.
Explore the positions and apply nowWe’re excited to announce that the next edition of WISE Dialogue will take place on 17–18 March 2026, situated in the heart of Uppsala at the renowned Concert & Congress.
🗓️ Date: March 17-18, 2026
📍 Location: Uppsala Konsert and Kongress in Uppsala
WISE Dialogue is a vibrant forum for reflection, exchange, and collaboration – a space where people come together to explore ideas that shape knowledge and societal development. Over two engaging days, participants will listen, connect, and contribute to meaningful conversations driven by a shared commitment to making a difference.
Mark your calendar now – and join us in Uppsala this March!
Read moreWe’re excited to share that the newly funded WASP-WISE NEST projects are now published on our website! These cutting-edge initiatives represent the latest in interdisciplinary research and innovation within the WASP and WISE communities.
Take a look and get inspired by the future of science and technology – powered by collaboration, curiosity, and excellence.
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View funded projectsThe WISE Industrial Project Call 2 has officially reached a decision, with the selected projects now set to receive funding. This initiative, aimed at advancing innovation and sustainability, has seen strong competition among applicants, and the final list of funded projects is now available for public access. Congratulations to all recipients!
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