Dr. Fredrik Öhberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fredrik Öhberg is an associate professor in biomedical engineering at Umeå University, specializing in the biomechanical analysis of body movements and the respiratory system. His research focuses on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) for diagnostic methods, particularly employing deep convolutional networks for medical image classification. His work encompasses musculoskeletal impairments and their effects on walking and balance patterns, as well as the influence of environmental factors, such as air pollution, on lung capacity. Öhberg has contributed to various research projects, including the development of a mobile app for ergonomics and comparing Internet-based vestibular rehabilitation with standard care for acute vertigo. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and has been a docent since 2015, actively collaborating in research groups targeting dizziness and pulmonary diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Works as adjunct lecturer in the Department of Radiation Sciences focusing on biomedical engineering.

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.