This week: changes to Swedish university boards, Karolinska’s reputation improves, and fresh leadership for NAR
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Here is the rest of the Nordic news this week…
New board leadership for Swedish universities
The Swedish government has appointed new chairs and other external members to the boards of 30 state universities. In total, 239 people have been selected for the period of 1 October 2024 to 30 April 2028. For Stockholm University, Helena Jäderblom—a judge and head of the highest administrative court of Sweden—has been appointed as chair.
Swedish university retains ‘reputation’ top spot
Chalmers University of Technology has the best reputation among higher education institutions in Sweden, according to the annual reputation index for universities. It is the twelfth year in a row the university has topped the list, put together by research company Verian. The ranking comprises 24 universities and colleges. Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan and Uppsala University were ranked second and third, respectively.
NAR to elect new leaders
A selection committee has nominated two new leaders for the Norwegian Association of Researchers. Steinar Sæther, a professor from the University of Oslo, was put forward as the new leader, and Hilde Gunn Slottemo from Nord University as the deputy leader. Their election by members will take place towards the end of November.
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