Dr. Germán Salazar Alvarez

Associate Professor

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Biography

Germán Salazar Alvarez is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University specializing in Materials Science and Engineering, particularly in Solid State Physics. He completed his PhD in Materials Chemistry from the Royal Institute of Technology in 2005 and became a docent in Materials Chemistry at Stockholm University in 2013. Since 2019, he has been engaged in teaching and research at Uppsala University. His research primarily focuses on the multimodal characterization of sustainable nanomaterials including nanocellulose and iron oxides, emphasizing the connection between functional properties and detailed characteristics of materials. His current projects include the PRISMAS initiative investigating magnetoionic x-ray scattering in energy materials. Germán has an extensive publication record and collaborates with various research groups across Europe. He is part of notable projects like Röntgen-Ångström Cluster and SwednESS, aiming to explore innovative nanomaterials for energy applications. Through his work, he contributes to advancing the understanding and application of nanostructures in technology, aiming to create sustainable solutions for the future.

Research Interests

Courses

Chemistry Physics Nanomaterials Modern Physics Industrial Project Work in Materials Engineering Industrial Project Work in Chemical Engineering

Requirements for Uppsala University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.