On stage Palmstedtsalen - Programme

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lecture with alumnus Gert Wingård
Lecture with alumnus Gert Wingård on The Alumni day 2025

Take part in an inspiring stage programme exploring some of the greatest challenges and opportunities of our time. Meet researchers working in quantum technology, neurotechnology, sustainable development, AI and the future of health.

Date and time: September 26 at 13.00–15.50

Venue: Palmstedtsalen, Chalmersplatsen 2, 412 58 Gothenburg. Find venue on the map 

The programme is mainly in Swedish. Some talks will be held in English; these are clearly indicated in the programme below.

Moderator: Fanndis Hermannsdóttir, Chalmers Advancement Office

Time
Programme

13.00–13.15

Welcome to Palmstedt Hall and Alumni Day

Fanndis Hermannsdóttir and Maria Elmquist, Deputy President of Chalmers

13.15–13.45

Caroline Farberger, Chalmers Alumna of the Year – For a Better World 2025

13.45–14.15

From Chalmers to the International Research Frontier

Jonas Flygare, Chalmers alumnus, radio astronomer and Chalmers Alum of the Year – Rising Star

14.15–14.30

Adnan Deumic Memorial Scholarship

Maria Elmquist together with Adnan’s family

The first Adnan Deumic Memorial Scholarship will be presented. The scholarship was established in memory of Chalmers alumnus Adnan Deumic and aims to give new generations of students the opportunity to develop through international studies.

14.30–14.45

Break

14.45–15.05

Restoring the ability to move and feel with brain-computer interfaces in people with paralysis (In English)

Michela Cattabriga, PhD student in Signal Processing and Biomedical Engineering at Chalmers

How can neurotechnology and brain-computer interfaces help people with paralysis regain movement and sensation?

15.05–15.25

The Future of Medical Technology – From Materials to Patients

Martin Andersson, Professor of Applied Chemistry at Chalmers

How can new materials contribute to the healthcare of the future? Martin will present research into areas including bio-inspired materials, implants and new ways of preventing and treating infections – and the journey from materials research to medical technology and benefits for patients.

15.25–15.45

Quantum Technology – Research at the Cutting Edge (In English)

Giovanna Sammarco Tancredi, Senior Researcher in Quantum Technology at Chalmers and Deputy Director of the Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology, WACQT

Quantum physics is moving beyond the laboratory and becoming real-world technology. Giovanna offers an insight into the rapid development of quantum technology and the internationally recognised research being conducted at Chalmers.

15.45–15.50

Closing Remarks in Palmstedt Hall

Fanndis Hermannsdóttir concludes the programme and invites the audience to continue to the joint finale of Alumni Day.

15.55

Joint Finale on the Small Stage in the Chalmers Entrance

The programme continues with the joint closing event of Alumni Day.