Dr. Giovanni Solinas

Professor

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Biography

Giovanni Solinas is a Professor and Principal Investigator at the Wallenberg Laboratory, Department of Molecular and Clinical Medicine, University of Gothenburg, Sweden. His research focuses on investigating the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic stress associated with obesity, specifically its role in the pathogenesis of obesity-induced type 2 diabetes and tumor promotion. Solinas moved to the University of Gothenburg in 2014 from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, where he held the position of Assistant Professor in Molecular Physiology. He has a comprehensive educational background, holding an MSc from the University of Milan and a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Fribourg. His previous research experiences include post-doctoral positions at the University of California, San Diego and the University of Fribourg. Solinas has received numerous awards for his contributions to diabetes and cancer research, including the European Foundation for the Study of Diabetes Awards and the Prix de la Fondation Endocrinologie. He has published extensively in leading scientific journals, examining the intricate relationship between obesity and its metabolic consequences, and continues to lead a team of researchers dedicated to advancing understanding in this area.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Leading research in molecular mechanisms related to metabolic stress and its implications in obesity and diabetes.

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland

Conducted research on molecular physiology, supervised students, and led various projects related to metabolism.

Awards

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Diabetes Cancer Research Programme Award

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Prix de la Fondation Endocrinologie Geneve

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Diabetes Cancer Research Programme Award

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EFSD/Lilly Research Fellowship Award

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).