Lina von Sydow awarded the Elder Gustaf Adolf Medal

Four members of staff at Uppsala University are this year being awarded the older Gustaf Adolf Medal (the Hedlinger Medal) in gold for their important contributions. Among them is Professor Lina von Sydow.

Congratulations to all the recipients!

Professor Lina von Sydow long‑standing leader and driving force in information technology

Lina von Sydow defended her doctoral thesis in 1995 and is a professor at the Department of Information Technology.

As Head of Department from 2018 to 2023, she led the department through a period of strong growth, and during the pandemic under Lina von Sydow’s leadership, significant efforts were made to meet the increased need for education. She has also worked actively to promote equal opportunities and to increase the proportion of women both in educational programmes and among teaching staff in information technology.

In addition to her research and departmental leadership, she has held a large number of strategic roles:

- member of the Faculty Board
- chair of the Educational Board of Engineering (TUN)
- Vice-Dean for Education
- section dean for Mathematics and Computer Science
- programme coordinator for the Master’s Programme in Engineering Physics

She has also contributed to the Faculty’s development work, including initiatives on widening participation and the allocation of resources. Taken together, her extensive and long‑term commitment makes her a highly deserving recipient of the Hedlinger Medal.

Other gold medal recipients in 2026

– Stefan Eriksson, former Adviser to the Vice‑Chancellor on Good Research Practice, receives the medal in recognition of his extensive contributions to research ethics, where he has played a central strategic role in strengthening the quality and integrity of the University’s research.

– Professor Anna Singer is recognised for her long and significant contributions within the field of law, where her work ranges from research and publications to senior leadership roles such as Deputy Vice‑Rector and Dean.

– Professor Karl Michaëlsson is awarded the medal for his long‑standing work in developing research and research infrastructures, as well as for his internationally recognised research contributions in epidemiology.

Recipients of the Elder Gustaf Adolf Medal (Hedlinger Medal) in silver

Anna Clemensson has for many years been a key figure in Uppsala University’s organisational development, working closely with the University’s senior management and playing a central role in the establishment of UUniFI. She is highly valued for her experience, professionalism and integrity.