Dr. Anders Eklund

Professor

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Biography

Anders Eklund is a Professor in Medical Engineering at Umeå University, focusing on biofluid mechanical applications in clinical neuroscience and ophthalmology. His research is interdisciplinary and involves close collaboration with clinical colleagues, aimed at increasing understanding of the onset and progression of diseases such as hydrocephalus and glaucoma. Eklund's work includes the development of new methods to improve diagnosis and treatment through innovative approaches to measurement and analysis of pressure flow systems in the brain and eye. He has contributed to significant research projects, including the study of ocular rigidity and its impact on intraocular pressure, as well as investigations into intracranial pressure changes in microgravity environments. Eklund is also a member of the Biomedical Engineering Centre and has been involved in various projects that bridge the gap between technology and clinical applications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.