Articles and blog posts on health and life science

At RISE Learning Machines Seminar on May 7th, 2026, we have the pleasure to listen to Solmaz Khazaei, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, give her talk: Flood detection using deep learning-based segmentation.

High material costs, uncertain supply chains and tightening EU requirements are changing the rules of the game for the manufacturing industry. The Ecodesign Regulation is already in force, and the Circular Economy Act will tighten requirements further. Companies that act now gain a head start and those that wait, risk being forced to adapt under time pressure and at greater cost.

A new pilot project will show how brain research can contribute to creating cities that support public health. By integrating knowledge about the brain into urban planning, researchers aim to develop environments that reduce stress and enhance wellbeing. Fridhemsplan in Stockholm, ...

The project is conducted as a pre-study with the aim of analyzing the conditions for Swedish companies to become quality-assured subcontractors within the nuclear power sector, and to propose how future support and qualification processes can be designed.

A new pilot project will show how brain research can contribute to creating cities that support public health. By integrating knowledge about the brain into urban planning, researchers aim to develop environments that reduce stress and enhance wellbeing. Fridhemsplan in Stockholm, Sweden, is the first living laboratory — with the goal of providing urban planners with scientific support to design urban environments that promote health.

A large-scale expansion of Swedish correctional facilities is currently in progress, while society simultaneously faces the challenge of reducing the climate impact of construction. In response, a timber- and bio-based mock-up is being developed to demonstrate alternative solutions with reduced environmental impact

The course Food Microbiology - Theory and Practice provides basic theoretical and practical knowledge about the most commonly occurring microorganisms in food contexts. The purpose of the course is for participants to gain increased knowledge of food microbiology as well as how and why microbiological analyses are performed.

Material and design choices determine whether your plastic product meets requirements for performance, cost and recyclability. Every decision affects how the product performs in production, in use and in its next life cycle. We help you answer the critical questions and develop solutions that are tested and proven to work in practice.

The project aims to develop an integrated methodology for quantifying uncertainties in structural integrity analyses of nuclear power components. Using a statistical approach and advanced non-destructive testing (NDT), the project seeks to achieve a better understanding of safety margins and more robust assessments of component lifetime.

The basis for a kilogram weighing the same in Stockholm as in Tokyo, and for efficient world trade, research and industry, is traceability through international comparisons and national standards. Without assured traceability, companies risk producing faulty products, incurring increased costs and losing the confidence of their customers. National measurement laboratories represent the top level of the metrological chain, carrying out measurements with the lowest possible uncertainty, which enables the calibration of all measuring instruments throughout the traceability pyramid. As Sweden's National Metrology Institute, RISE operates 14 national measurement laboratories covering 32 physical quantities, and represents Sweden in international metrology contexts through EURAMET and the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA). RISE's national measurement laboratories offer advanced calibrations with the lowest possible measurement uncertainties for those requiring the highest level of metrology. We maintain national standards such as the national kilogram, the UTC(SP) timescale and fixed-point cells for temperature, and we can calibrate your reference instruments directly against these. Through long-term research and development, we create new measurement methods and standards that are adapted to future technology and industrial needs. We also carry out international comparison measurements to ensure that Swedish calibration certificates are recognised globally, facilitating your exports and international collaborations.

Cities and communities are facing a complex transition where climate goals, social sustainability and economic development must go hand in hand. For municipalities and property companies, this means making decisions that will stand the test of time despite uncertainty. Energy systems need to become more resource-efficient and circular material flows a reality. Cities and residential areas must be able to grow and be designed to promote the health and well-being of their residents. All this requires innovation and the ability to renew in order to meet society's changing needs. RISE supports you throughout the transition to sustainable cities and communities. We develop strategic methods for future preparedness and decision support in complex change. Supported by research, we contribute to knowledge about how the built environment affects health and social sustainability. We help you build systematic innovation capacity and facilitate collaboration between different actors. Through our forums and networks, we create meeting places where the public sector, industry and academia can exchange knowledge and drive development forward together.

The number of cyberattacks in Sweden is increasing rapidly. Although the country is far ahead in terms of digitalisation, it ranks 26th in Europe for cybersecurity. Many organisations find it challenging to build technical protection and create awareness among employees to prevent attacks. At the same time, new directives such as NIS2 impose strict cybersecurity requirements and hold management legally responsible, while restoring hacked systems often costs millions of euros. RISE can help you strengthen cybersecurity throughout your organisation. In our unique Cyber Range test environment, you can practise responding to realistic cyber attacks in a secure virtual space — just like a fire drill, but for your digital systems. We perform penetration tests on everything from vehicles and IoT devices to networks and web applications to find vulnerabilities before they are exploited. By achieving certification to standards such as ISO 27001 and ETSI EN 303645, we can demonstrate that your management systems and products meet industry requirements. Our training courses cover everything from basic cyber hygiene for employees to specialised management training for NIS2 compliance, helping you to navigate complex regulations and build resilience in critical infrastructures.