Dr. Emilia Johansson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Emilia Johansson is a doctoral student at Umeå University, specializing in the field of taste perception and its underlying mechanisms. Her research focuses on the influence of fat and sugar on sweet taste perception in Drosophila, providing insights into the complex interactions between nutritional signals and sensory processing. Emilia is part of a research group led by Mattias Alenius, where she collaborates with fellow researchers to investigate the hedgehog-mediated gut-taste neuron axis and its role in regulating sweet perception. Through her work, Emilia aims to contribute to our understanding of how taste perception is modulated by various dietary components, potentially informing future studies on nutritional influences on taste. She has co-authored several publications in renowned journals, advancing the knowledge of sensory biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Doctoral Student

2023-09-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Engaged in research on taste perception and nutritional signals in Drosophila.

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.