Dr. Barbro Melgert

Professor

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Biography

Barbro Melgert is a Professor of Respiratory Immunology at the University of Groningen, where she specializes in macrophage biology, immunology, and lung pathology. Her research focuses on the mechanisms underlying respiratory diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and pulmonary fibrosis. She employs data science techniques and various experimental approaches, including animal models, flow cytometry, and histology, to investigate the impacts of environmental factors, particularly microplastics, on lung health. Barbro Melgert holds a prominent position as a member of the scientific board of the Plastic Soup Foundation, contributing her expertise to combat plastic pollution. She is actively engaged in teaching and guiding students in the field of respiratory immunology and pharmacology, aiming to innovate therapeutic strategies for lung diseases. Through her work, she strives to bridge scientific research and practical applications in healthcare.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Leading research and education in the field of respiratory immunology.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.