Olof Karis, director of MAX-IV, to speak at the WISE Dialogue

Picture Credit: Felix Gerlach

We are pleased to welcome Professor Olof Karis, Director of the MAX IV Laboratory, as a speaker at the WISE Dialogue 2026, taking place on 17–18 March in Uppsala. The MAX IV Laboratory is Sweden’s national synchrotron radiation facility and provides scientists with some of the world’s most brilliant X-rays for advanced research. Hosted by Lund University, MAX IV supports a wide range of scientific disciplines and plays a central role in enabling cutting-edge materials science.

At MAX IV, researchers have access to 16 beamlines offering state-of-the-art techniques in X-ray spectroscopy, scattering and diffraction, and imaging. These tools help address complex scientific challenges, particularly in materials science.

— The WISE initiative is presently the most important initiative in materials science in Sweden. It is both exciting and imperative that MAX IV supports the programme by actively engaging in its activities. The WISE Dialogue is a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments and explore opportunities for deeper collaboration, says Olof Karis, Director of MAX IV. 

Speaking on the first day of the event, Karis will provide an update on ongoing developments at MAX IV, with a particular focus on the TomoWISE project. TomoWISE is a new full-field tomography beamline. The selection of the new WISE beamline follows a three-year cooperation aimed at enabling new materials science for sustainability by the MAX IV organisation and WISE. 

— In our presentation, we will also share ideas for dialogue on how we can strengthen the interaction between WISE and MAX IV, adds Karis. 

The WISE Dialogue 2026 brings together researchers, industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers working to accelerate the transition to sustainable materials. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation!