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Varje terminsstart anordnar biblioteket introduktioner för nya programstudenter. Då berättar vi bland annat om hur biblioteket fungerar och om olika tjänster som kommer att kunna hjälpa dig i studierna. Här ser du schemat för höstterminen 2026.

At the start of each semester, the library organises introductory sessions for new programme students. We will tell you about how the library works and about different services that will help you in your studies. Here you can see the schedule of the sessions that will be held in English.

Är du ny student på KI och vill veta vilket stöd som finns? Välkommen till ett introduktionstillfälle där du får information om stöd och service för studenter med funktionsnedsättning.

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information in Cinahl. We will cover: Resource specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

We will show you how iThenticate works, how to upload a document and give you tips on what to think about when interpreting the results in the report.

Curious about watercolour painting? Or do you just fancy a relaxing break? Come and explore watercolour painting at the University Library in Flemingsberg. 

Are you in the process of creating data visualisation figures for your next paper or thesis? Or do you simply want to get some helpful advice on the topic? This lunch webinar will provide you with some useful tips that aim to help you create better figures with a more efficient workflow. Topics include reasons for making high-quality data visualisations, practical aspects of making good-looking figures, and creating appropriately formatted files.   

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on Web of Science. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A. 

As a Master’s student, you are expected to read and comprehend complex academic texts. During this workshop, you will learn techniques and strategies for doing so. In addition, you will practice reading strategically, that is, reading to improve critical thinking, to build vocabulary, and to improve academic writing skills.  

This lunch webinar will introduce you to graphical abstracts and how researchers might use graphical abstracts to summarise their papers visually. 

As a Master’s student, you are expected to find, integrate and correctly cite scientific sources in your own writing. The KI library allows you to access thousands of scientific journals and a variety of comprehensive databases. During this workshop, you will learn how to use these resources effectively in order to find the articles you need. 

Are you about to start – or are already working on – a systematic or scoping review and feeling overwhelmed? Join us for this webinar where we will walk through key considerations when planning and conducting a review.

A presentation on how KI-JL was developed and how it can be used, with opportunities to ask questions.

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on PubMed. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information in Embase. We will cover: Resource specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

Reference management programs help you collect, format and organise your sources. During this workshop, you will learn how to use either Endnote Online or Zotero.

Do you want to try Line dancing? It is a form of dance in which participants dance in lines and perform the same steps together. Modern line dancing originated in the United States and has strong ties to country and western culture. Today, line dancing is performed to many different styles of music and has evolved into a global culture characterized by community, the joy of movement, and inclusion.

Come as you are and dance with us. We promise a time filled with energy, joy, and wonderful music. No prior experience required. You’re warmly welcome! 

In order to communicate your research to others (and pass your courses), you need to understand and master the conventions of academic writing. This workshop will introduce you to those conventions and provide you with strategies for writing clear and well-structured academic texts. The workshop will include hands-on writing activities. 

Do you want to try Line dancing? It is a form of dance in which participants dance in lines and perform the same steps together. Modern line dancing originated in the United States and has strong ties to country and western culture. Today, line dancing is performed to many different styles of music and has evolved into a global culture characterized by community, the joy of movement, and inclusion.

Come as you are and dance with us. We promise a time filled with energy, joy, and wonderful music. No prior experience required. You’re warmly welcome! 

Thinking about taking on a peer review assignment? New challenges are emerging in today´s publishing landscape – from generative AI services to questionable publishing practices.

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we discover, analyse, and synthesise scientific literature. In this session, we will demonstrate the latest AI-powered tools for scientific searching. There will also be time for a Q&A.

When you work on your profile page on ki.se, you become more visible and easier to find for others searching for a researcher with your expertise — whether they are using KI’s internal research information search service or external search engines and AI tools such as Google or Copilot.

Do you enjoy analysing visuals together with others? Would you like to boost your skills in critically assessing and re-designing scientific images? Then this is the perfect event for you! 
 

We will show you how iThenticate works, how to upload a document and give you tips on what to think about when interpreting the results in the report.

Writing the comprehensive summary or “kappa” for your thesis will be different from anything you have written before, not least because you are writing for a different purpose and a different audience than a research article. Additionally, you will be writing the kappa on your own, not with your research group as co-authors. So, what do you need to think about when you write your comprehensive summary? Join us for a hands-on workshop during which we discuss structure, synthesis and writing techniques for the kappa.

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on Web of Science. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A. 

The ability to observe carefully is fundamental to examining patients, specimens and images. Moreover, being able to draw and illustrate your ideas can enhance your communication. This workshop offers the opportunity to practise these skills through experimental drawing in a low-pressure, relaxed setting. 

Do you need to publish your data? During this lunch webinar, you will get an overview of what to do. We will cover the process of how to publish your data if it will be available as open access, as well as what to do if you have sensitive data which cannot be made openly available. We will also discuss your options regarding where to store and share your data when publishing.
 

Data tells stories, but only if we know how to listen—and more importantly, how to share what we hear. In this seminar, you'll learn how principles from journalism, comic book design, and visual communication can transform your scientific data into clear, engaging narratives that effectively communicate your research findings. 
 

This session focuses on the literature review, an important part of your half-time review (and of your thesis). You have the literature sources you need, but how will you write the review? During this session, we will discuss the function and structure of the literature review, and you will learn how to write a clear and well-structured literature review. You will also get hands-on advice for working on your own text after the session.

Reference management programs help you collect, format and organise your sources. During this workshop, you will learn how to use either Endnote Online or Zotero.

Systematic reviews are an important part of evidence-based healthcare, but they are often time- and resource-intensive. Can AI tools help us streamline this work without compromising quality, transparency, and reproducibility? 
 

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on PubMed. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

In order to communicate your research to others, your writing needs to be clear and well-structured. This applies not just to the overall structure of your text; it also applies to your sentences. In this workshop, you will learn hands-on tips and techniques for writing the kind of clear, concise and well-structured English-language sentences that will help you both succeed in your studies and effectively communicate your research to others. 

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information in Embase. We will cover: Resource specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

Do you enjoy analysing visuals together with others? Would you like to boost your skills in critically assessing and re-designing scientific images? Then this is the perfect event for you! 
 

Questionable or predatory journals charge authors publication fees without providing the rigorous peer review and editorial standards expected in scholarly publishing. They often lack transparency and quality control. These journals can undermine your credibility and the impact of your research, so it is important to avoid publishing in them.

Reference management programs help you collect, format and organize your sources. During this workshop, you will learn how to use either Endnote Online or Zotero.  

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information in Cinahl. We will cover: Resource specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

When you work on your profile page on ki.se, you become more visible and easier to find for others searching for a researcher with your expertise — whether they are using KI’s internal research information search service or external search engines and AI tools such as Google or Copilot.

The ability to write about your research in a manner that is understandable and interesting to the public is an essential skill for any scientist. KI guidelines for writing the doctoral thesis also strongly recommend that you write a popular science summary in English. This workshop will provide you with models for and hands-on practice in adapting content, structure and style when writing the popular science summary in English for your doctoral thesis.

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we discover, analyse, and synthesise scientific literature. In this session, we will demonstrate the latest AI-powered tools for scientific searching. There will also be time for a Q&A.

It can seem daunting to visualise something! You don’t want to lose the message of your data and you want to reach your goal, as well as being visually appealing. During this short lunch seminar I will provide you with the right questions to ask yourselves, which will provide clear guidelines to get started on the right track. There will be time for questions afterwards.
 

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on Web of Science. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A. 

During the last few years, a great number of different generative AI tools have been launched. But how may you use them to both improve your writing and retain your learning? This workshop addresses both the potential and risks of using generative AI tools in your studies, focusing on how you may use them responsibly.

Can AI-generated images help communicate your research more effectively? Is it ok to use them in this context? Whether you're considering AI for your next graphical abstract or wondering about institutional guidelines, this session will help you navigate the practical and ethical dimensions of AI visualisation, as well as some legal aspects. 
 

During this lunch webinar you will learn about open science and open access publishing, with a specific focus on the European Union research funding programmes (eg. Horizon Europe, The European Research Council, The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions,  etc.). 
 

Giving oral presentations is an important part of scholarly exchange. During this workshop, you will learn how to plan, prepare for, structure and deliver an effective oral presentation. We will also discuss how to avoid being nervous.  

A session where the search experts at KIB give you their best tips when searching for scientific information on PubMed. We will cover: Resource-specific search syntax, pitfalls and best practice, how to improve or delimit your search, as well as how to save results and searches for future use and reproducibility. In addition to these insider tips, there will be time for Q&A.

This session focuses on the literature review, an important part of your half-time review (and of your thesis). You have the literature sources you need, but how will you write the review? During this session, we will discuss the function and the structure of the literature review, and you will learn how to write a clear and well-structured literature review. You will also get hands-on advice for working on your own text after the session.