Dr. Christer Grönlund

Professor

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Biography

Christer Grönlund is an adjunct professor focused on medical ultrasound imaging with applications in vascular and neuromuscular fields. He leads a research group dedicated to developing advanced imaging methods using signal and image processing techniques. His work incorporates spatiotemporal statistical deep convolutional neural networks alongside customized imaging sequences utilizing programmable ultrasound systems. Grönlund's expertise extends to electromyography, employing high-density multichannel EMG systems, and near-infrared spectroscopy for various biomedical applications, including e-Health and telemedicine. He holds an Associate Professorship in Biomedical Engineering, earned in 2012, following a PhD in the same field completed in 2007 and an MSc in Engineering Physics from 2002. Throughout his career, Grönlund has been involved in numerous significant research projects aimed at improving diagnostic capabilities and patient care in the biomedical engineering domain.

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.