Dr. Erik Thomson

Professor

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Biography

Erik Thomson is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in fundamental physics with a focus on atmospheric and cryospheric sciences. His research primarily investigates the role of important phase transition behaviors in the environment, particularly the study of ice as an intriguing material due to its significance in climate dynamics, cloud physics, and atmospheric chemistry. He conducts experiments to gain insights into the physical properties of ice and its interactions within environmental conditions. His work, conducted within the Atmospheric Science group in the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology, employs various analytical tools such as mass spectrometry and spectroscopy to investigate physical phenomena linked to ice and other polycrystalline materials. Thomson actively supervises PhD students and collaborates on research projects that explore the impacts of atmospheric processes on ecological systems, contributing valuable knowledge pertinent to fundamental issues such as ozone depletion and cloud formation dynamics.

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).