Dr. Elling Jacobsen

Professor

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Biography

Elling W. Jacobsen is a Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), specializing in Decision Control Systems. His research focuses on process control systems biology, which includes mathematical modeling and control of chemical and biochemical systems. He emphasizes understanding fundamental dynamic behavior in process systems and the learning structures of intracellular networks based on response data. His significant contributions to the field also cover the analysis of network interactions and their impact on cellular functions and robustness. Prior to joining KTH, Professor Jacobsen held positions at Imperial College and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He has received several prestigious awards, including the O. Hugo Schuck Award from the AACC and the ExxonMobil Prize. Additionally, he has been recognized as an outstanding teacher with the NTNU Teacher Award 'En Fjäder Hatten'. He is an active member of the IFAC Technical Committee on Chemical Process Control and serves on the Editorial Board of IET Systems Biology.

Research Interests

Courses

Automatic Control Control Theory Practice Multivariable Control Nonlinear Control Sustainable Systems Control Engineer

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

Specific requirements apply to all departments. For Architecture, a portfolio is mandatory and submitted via a separate KTH system.