Norwegian University of Science and Technology INTRODUCTION

Norwegian University of Science and Technology About NTNU NTNU, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, has as its mission “Knowledge for a better world” and creates solutions that can change our daily lives. In 2016, NTNU merged with the University Colleges in Gjøvik, Sør- Trøndelag and Ålesund to form a single university. The merger gives the university more comprehensive course offerings and larger research groups. NTNU is now Norway’s largest, most exciting and innovative university. NTNU’s interdisciplinary research results in innovations that have great economic and social significance. NTNU also has the broadest study offerings of any Norwegian university in the different technological and artistic and aesthetic disciplines.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

GOALS AND SOCIAL MISSION

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU’s vision: Knowledge for a better world Set the standard for developing cutting-edge knowledge. Create economic, cultural and social value. Use the university’s technical and scientific main profile, its academic breadth and interdisciplinary expertise to address the challenges facing Norway and the world.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU’s social mission In general: Conduct research; provide a research-based education; share research results; be a culture bearer; contribute to innovation. In specific: Develop the technological foundation for tomorrow’s society. Shared, democratic contributions: Participate in the public debate; engage in solving global challenges; promote human rights and cross-cultural dialogue.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU’s values Creative Constructive Critical Respectful and considerate

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Overarching goals Highly regarded at an international level, with a number of top-level research groups. First-class laboratories and infrastructure. Attractive to the best students and employees. Students and employees who are proud of being associated with NTNU.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU BY THE NUMBERS

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Organization, budget and staff 14 faculties and 70 departments and divisions Operating income: NOK 7.6 billion. FTE: 6700, of which 4053 are in teaching, research and outreach positions (39 % female). Premises: square metres either owned or rented. Close cooperation with SINTEF, St. Olavs Hospital and NTNU Social Research AS.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology April organizational groups (“boxes”) at levels 1– FTE in total Operating income of NOK 7.6 billion m 2 of owned and rented buildings FTE in teaching, research and outreach positions (39 % female) INTRO Organization (2014 and 2015)

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Studies Primary responsibility for educating Norway’s engineers and technical experts. Broad selection of programmes in the natural sciences, the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, education, architecture, entpreneurship, and fine and performance arts. Approximately studenter, with roughly have in technical and scientific disciplines, of which are førstegangsregistrerte.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology students in Trondheim, students in Gjøvik and 2500 students in Ålesund (round numbers) graduated with a completed degree in participants in continuing education courses with credit in international students. 340 doctoral degrees awarded in Studies

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Research and industry partnerships PhDs: 340 doctoral degrees awarded in Approximately 120 laboratories. Norway’s largest participant in the EU’s Horizon 2020 (H2020). Participant in 38 projects, of which 2 are ERC projects and 10 for which the university is coordinator. Four strategic research areas from 2014–2023. University Library with 17 library branches, 2 million printed books, e-books, electronic journal subscriptions, printed journal subscriptions and 450 databases. More than 3 million downloads of full-text articles.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Finances (2014) NTNU and the three former university colleges had combined operating revenues in 2014 of NOK 7.6 billion. EU Other NFR Other BOA Stats

Norwegian University of Science and Technology ORGANIZATION

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU’s organization in 2016 (transition year)

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

The Board– NTNU’s highest governing body Gunnar Bovim (Rector- secretary to the board and head of NTNU) Svein Richard Brandtzæg (chair) Nils Kristian Nakstad (external rep.) Karin Röding (external rep.) Nina Refseth (eksternal repr.) Espen Remme (external rep.) Bjarne Foss (academic staff rep.) Kristin Melum Eide (academic staff rep.) Helge Holden (academic staff rep.) Dag Waaler (academic staff rep.) Ingvild Sørlie (student rep.) Kim Allgot (student rep.) Dennis Bogen (student rep.) Guro Busterud (temporary acad staff rep.) Marit Grønning-Moe (administrative and technical staff rep.) Kjersti Møller (administrative and technical staff rep.)

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Full-time equivalents, 2015 Of these, were employed in teaching, research and outreach (39% female). NTNU in ÅlesundNTNU in GjøvikThe former HiSTNTNUTotal

Norwegian University of Science and Technology RESEARCH

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Four strategic research areas (TSO) Four Norwegian Centres of Excellence (SFF) Host institution for seven and partner in eight Centres for Research-based Innovation (SFI) Host institution for two and partner in five Research Centres for Environment-Friendly Energy (FME) Approximately 120 laboratories Other large research programmes (NanoLab, HUNT)

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Through interdisciplinary cooperation, NTNU’s strategic research areas address complex challenges of great importance for society. Our aim is to meet global challenges with an interdisciplinary and flexible organization, to strengthen cooperation with the world of work and business as well as our innovative capability, and to increase our share of international research funding.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU hosts the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience, four national centres of excellence and elite seven centres for research-based innovation, as well as a wide range of research schools. We work in close partnership with SINTEF, one of Europe’s largest independent research institutes. Together, NTNU and SINTEF are responsible for six national research centres for eco-friendly energy. Researchers at NTNU have received several grants from the European Research Council (ERC).

Norwegian University of Science and Technology 2014 Nobel Prize NTNU professors May-Britt Moser and Edvard Moser were awarded the 2014 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of cells that constitute an “inner GPS” in the brain.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology The Department of Marine Technology in Trondheim conducts education and research on methods and techniques that allow us to evaluate and develop technical and operational solutions for Norway’s largest export industries: Renewable energy from the ocean Aquaculture and fisheries Maritime engineering Offshore oil and gas Undersea mineral extraction Our research and education put particular emphasis on developing leading, competitive, environmentally friendly and energy efficient solutions in these areas.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Centre for research-based innovation in marine operations NTNU in Ålesund develops knowledge, tools, technology and training for equipment installations in extreme waters. The centre leads the field in harnessing the oceans in marine and maritime industry.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Norwegian Laboratory for Universal Design The Norwegian Laboratory for Universal Design is associated with NTNU in Gjøvik. The laboratory allows researchers to study all aspects related to vision, hearing and mobility in buildings, outside areas, transport and design. The Senses Laboratory is especially focused on vision and hearing. The Full-scale Laboratory makes it possible to build models and test possible solutions at full scale, with tools such as a flexible wall module system and an adjustable wheelchair ramp. A classroom with room for 24 people allows other researchers to follow the same experiment at the same time without disturbing the test subjects.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Smarter lectures A research project at NTNU (formerly HIST) allows two-way communication during teaching using the students' own smartphones. In this way students can communicate with teachers before, during and after the lecture. The research project was started in 2011 and was finished at the end of The project was selected to arrange a workshop during UNESCO’s “Mobile Learning Week” in Paris in 2013.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Researchers at NTNU have developed and patented a method to produce semi- conductors on a substrate of graphene, a carbon-based material. Graphene is inexpensive, transparent and flexible, and conducts electricity and heat efficiently. It could revolutionize the production of solar cells and LED components. Graphene

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Mathematics Professor Emerita Idun Reiten at NTNU is at the forefront in work on the representation theory of algebras. As one of the world’s most cited researchers, she is on the list of Highly Cited Researchers, which includes only one per cent of researchers in each discipline. Mathematics Terje Lohndal, one of NTNU's Outstanding Academic Fellows, became Norway's youngest professor in He has been called the Mozart of linguistics. Just as chemists have found their periodic table, he searches for the elements and building blocks of language. The Mozart of linguistics

Norwegian University of Science and Technology EDUCATION

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU has a technical and scientific main profile along with broad academic breadth that includes the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, education, architecture, entrepreneurship and the performing and fine arts. NTNU is home to approximately 400 educational offerings at the bachelor’s, master’s, professional and PhD level, in addition to a range of further and continuing educational programmes.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU is Norway’s largest and leading provider of engineers and graduate engineers. NTNU is one of the country’s two largest institutions for teacher education. NTNU offers professional training that gives students relevant work experience throughout their entire studies in cooperation with the business and professional community. NTNU has Norway’s largest educational offerings in the arts and aesthetic subjects.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU Teaching Excellence aims to help NTNU to achieve its goal of providing quality education at a high international level. A variety of initiatives will collectively strengthen teaching skills by developing innovative teaching, learning and assessment practices. The aim of the measures is to improve students’ learning outcomes.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology TRONDHEIMGJØVIK ÅLESUND LOCATIONS

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Trondheim – Norway’s best student city Every fifth Trondheim resident is a student. Studentersamfundet is a building owned by and for students, offering concerts and events. UKA is Norway’s largest cultural event. International student festival (ISFiT). NTNUI is Norway’s largest and most comprehensive sports association with more than members. New vision to be the best Nordic student city

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Gjøvik In a picturesque setting overlooking Lake Mjøsa, Gjøvik has strong traditions in education. The Gjøvik College of Engineering was established in 1966 and the College of Nursing in Oppland in In 1994, they merged to become Gjøvik University College. Gjøvik is an international student city. The academic environments have wide-ranging collaboration with national and international communities and business. NTNU in Gjøvik offers programmes of study in computer and information science, media, technology, health, economics and management.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Ålesund Close to the mountains and the sea, Ålesund has been honored as Norway's most beautiful city (The Times) with its Art Nouveau style. Ålesund has a long tradition as a trading centre; its business community is built on a strong entrepreneurial spirit and many innovative networks. Aalesund University College was established in 1994 when the College of Engineering, Aalesund College of Nursing and the College of Marine Studies merged. Today, NTNU in Ålesund has expert academic environments and offers programmes of study in engineering, biology, health sciences, maritime disciplines, as well as subjects in economics, management and administration.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology An international university Main themes: Europe, China, international mobility, international researcher education. Approximately 350 international MoUs for cooperative research and teaching efforts. 11 % of NTNU’s students are international students. 41 % of NTNU’s graduated PhDs are international students (2012) Students and employees from more than 90 countries.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU’s Live Studio project at the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Art received an award presented by the Ministry of Education and Research for quality of education in Together with SINTEF, NTNU students designed and built a bold structure in timber. This is a cantilevered pier projecting 12 metres out over the Nidelva river. Education quality

Norwegian University of Science and Technology The Trondheim Soloists are among the world's foremost chamber ensembles. Several of the musicians are students or alumni from NTNU. The Trondheim Soloists tour the world, have six Grammy nominations, and trust NTNU to educate the soloists of tomorrow. Music

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Number of registered students 2015 NTNU and the three university colleges had registered students in In 2014, students completed their degrees and 385 were awarded PhDs. NTNU in ÅlesundNTNU in GjøvikThe former HiSTNTNUTotal

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Student enrolment according to discipline (2015) NTNU and the three former university colleges have m 2 of their own and rented premises. Other Architecture Teacher education Humanities Maths and natural sciences Social sciences Health Technology Total

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU Alumni NTNU Alumni is a professional network for former NTNU students. Facilitates contact between members and national and international businesses and professional communities. Goals: Networking and sharing of knowledge and experience. Worldwide network

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Academic history 1217 Schola Cathedralis Nidrosiensis 1760 Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters 1910 Norwegian Institute of Technology (NTH) 1922 Norwegian Teachers’ College [in Trondheim] (NLHT) 1950SINTEF (the Foundation for Technical and Industrial Research at NTH) 1955Norwegian Academy of Technological Sciences (NTVA) (Trondheim) 1968 University in Trondheim (UNIT) 1973 Trøndelag Music Conservatory 1974 Department of Medicine (from 1984: The Faculty of Medicine) 1979 Trondheim Academy of Fine Art 1980 Norwegian College of General Sciences (AVH) (previously NLHT) 1994University Colleges in Sør-Trøndelag, Gjøvik and Ålesund are established 1996 Norwegian University of Science and Technology 2010 Trondheim celebrates 250 years as an academic city 2016University Colleges in Sør-Trøndelag, Gjøvik and Ålesund merge with NTNU

Norwegian University of Science and Technology INNOVATION

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU has taken responsibility for innovation for more than 100 years. Innovation includes entrepreneurship and commercialization. Our innovation processes grow from education, research and artistic activities. Working together with other players, NTNU paves the way for more start-ups and development in existing firms. Students are our most important renewable resource. That’s why student innovation is a high priority at NTNU.

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Together with GE Vingmed, NTNU developed Vscan, a pocket-sized ultrasound device. The medical imaging tool was one of TIME magazine’s picks for the best inventions of the year. The device helps doctors make the correct diagnosis faster – and thus saves lives. Ultrasound

Norwegian University of Science and Technology From 2014, NTNU has been a Business Incubation Centre for CERN technologies. This enables technology transfer from CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, to NTNU for commercial development. Nuclear physics

Norwegian University of Science and Technology NISlab, the information security group at NTNU in Gjøvik, conducts research on methods for authentication and verification of users. Raghavendra Ramachandra is working on ways to improve face recognition to prevent forgery. Information security NTNU in Ålesund works in close partnership with the maritime sector in areas including product development and innovation. The maritime cluster in Norway’s Møre region is in the global forefront in maritime technology and operations. Maritime innovation

Norwegian University of Science and Technology THE UNIVERSITY AND IT’S CITIES

Norwegian University of Science and Technology Foto: Carl-Erik Eriksson

Norwegian University of Science and Technology