Dr. Helena Carén

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Biography

Helena Carén is a professor in Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology at the University of Gothenburg. She completed her PhD in 2009, focusing on childhood tumors, particularly neuroblastoma. After her doctoral studies, she conducted postdoctoral research at University College London from 2010 to 2012, where she explored differentiation therapy concepts in brain tumors, specifically glioblastoma. Currently, she leads her own lab at the Sahlgrenska Center for Cancer Research in Gothenburg, where her research aims to improve the diagnostic methods and understand the tumorigenic mechanisms of Central Nervous System tumors by utilizing patient-derived cell and cancer stem cell models. Her significant contributions to pediatric oncology have led to advancements in understanding the molecular underpinnings of various brain tumors.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research in Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology, focusing on childhood tumors such as neuroblastoma and glioblastoma.

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).