Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

We are responsible for teaching in electrical engineering, signal processing, mathematics, physics and chemistry. The department also leads the MSc program in Marine Engineering and postgraduate education in three areas: systems engineering, applied signal processing and mathematics with applications.

Education and training

The department's researchers and teachers contribute to several of BTH's educational programs and independent courses. The teaching spans subjects such as electrical engineering, signal processing, mathematics, physics and chemistry. We are also responsible for the MSc program in Marine Engineering, which provides students with a strong foundation for work in the marine and technological challenges of the future.

Mathematics and problem solving in focus

At BTH, the development of creative solution strategies in mathematics is a central part of our education. Through challenging problem solving, students and pupils are trained in general methods and ways of working that are both sustainable and valuable for further mathematical studies - and for future challenges.

Research activities

The Department's research plays a key role in the development of sustainable and advanced products and services. We combine theoretical excellence in mathematics, mathematical statistics and physics with applied research in areas such as radar technology, remote sensing, traffic research, marine technology and health technology. Mathematical modeling is a fundamental part of these projects.

Research areas and projects:

• Optimisation of rail traffic
  We work on minimising delays and optimising the capacity of rail systems through innovative analysis and large-scale optimisation. The aim is to improve both the infrastructure and the efficiency of the transport system.
• Sustainable transport on the road network
  Our researchers identify capacity gaps at an early stage to counteract bottlenecks and congestion. Another focus area is to plan the location of charging stations for electric vehicles, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient energy supply for future transportation.

Collaboration and funding

Our research is conducted in close collaboration with other universities, companies and organisations. Some of our partners include:

• Industry and business: Saab EDS, RUAG Space, FOI, Netport Science Park AB, Sweco, Region Blekinge
• Academia and research: Chalmers University of Technology, University of Gothenburg, Linnaeus University, University West, Mälardalen University
• International actors: Airbus Defense and Space, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Federal University of Santa Maria and Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina in Brazil

The research is funded by several prominent organizations, including the Knowledge Foundation, the EU, the Swedish Transport Administration, the National Space Research Programme, Vinnova and the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.

By combining expertise from different disciplines and collaborating with leading actors, we drive the development of future road and rail systems. In this way, we contribute to more sustainable transport and a better future for all.

Examples of research projects:

• New image inversion algorithms based on Doppler measurements for safety and climate monitoring.
• Methodology for impact evaluation of road wear tax for trucks - A project within Arena.
• "TENTacle - Capitalizing on TEN-T core network corridors for growth and cohesion."
• One-sided and two-sided nil-ideals in skewed group rings.
• "Radio occulation inversion methods."
• Modeling and optimization of systems.

Read more about research in mathematics with applications and systems engineering.