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Annasara Lenman is an Associate Professor in Virology at Umeå University. She heads a research group focusing on understanding the mechanisms that affect the severity of illness and recovery from viral infections. Her research addresses the critical healthcare issue posed by respiratory viruses, which are leading causes of severe illness and mortality. Lenman's lab utilizes a 3D-lung model composed of cells typically found in the human lung to study the interaction of viruses and host responses. By examining how various respiratory viruses infect these models derived from different donors, the research aims to identify host factors influencing individual susceptibility to viral infections. This work is essential for developing targeted treatments for those more sensitive to respiratory infections, furthering our understanding of viral pathogenesis.
Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.