Dr. Erika Lindberg

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erika Lindberg is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Biomedicine at the University of Gothenburg. Her research primarily focuses on the interactions between gut microbiota and immune responses in infants, particularly the role of Staphylococcus aureus colonization. She has authored and co-authored various studies that explore topics such as the persistence and virulence gene carriage of different Staphylococcus aureus sequence types in healthy infants, and their potential association with the risk of developing atopic eczema. Lindberg's work also delves into the antifungal susceptibilities of yeasts in candidemia patients, as well as the impact of lifestyle factors on bacterial colonization. Her significant contributions to the field have been published in notable journals, underscoring her expertise in clinical microbiology and immunology.

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).