Dr. Chao Xu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Chao Xu is currently an Associate Professor at Uppsala University, where he leads an independent research group focused on functional porous materials. His main research contributions include pioneering studies on the green synthesis of engineering porous materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and porous organic polymers (POPs). Xu's research has received funding from prominent entities including the Swedish Research Council, Formas, and the Swedish Energy Agency. He has received notable awards in recognition of his contributions to science, including the King Carl XVI Gustaf’s 50th Birthday Fund for Science, Technology, and Environment and the Göran Gustafsson Prize from Uppsala University and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). His work has been disseminated through various publications in esteemed journals, including studies on energy and environmental applications of advanced materials.

Research Interests

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.