Dr. Carsten Wikkelsö

Professor

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Biography

Carsten Wikkelsö is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in neurology and hydrocephalus research. His work primarily focuses on idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (INPH), investigating the clinical outcomes associated with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) biomarkers. He has contributed significantly to understanding the prognosis and treatment outcomes of patients undergoing shunt surgery for INPH, publishing numerous articles in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Neurology and Alzheimer's Disease. Wikkelsö's research includes systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and observational studies that have shaped current clinical practices in neurosurgery for hydrocephalus. His expertise extends to the diagnostic and prognostic implications of CSF analysis, and he actively collaborates with leading researchers in the field. Through his distinguished career, he has been integral in advancing the knowledge surrounding cerebrospinal fluid dynamics and its clinical relevance in neurological disorders.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).