Summer Research Week at Chalmers: Innovation, Impact, and Collaboration
The recent Summer Research Week at Chalmers brought together students, researchers, and industry experts for a dynamic five-day program focused on innovation, data science, and academic impact. Highlights included interactive sessions like Bo Norrman’s valorisation game, which challenged participants to evaluate the market and societal relevance of their research, and insightful talks on smart grid data challenges by Joris van Roij from Göteborg Energi. Technical presentations by students showcased cutting-edge work across computing, sustainability, and data streaming, while workshops on FAIR data, unconscious bias, and GDPR emphasized responsible research practices. With strong engagement from the Supervisory Committee and a clear focus on future deliverables, the event successfully blended learning, networking, and fun—setting a high standard for interdisciplinary research training.