Dr. Henrik Pedersen

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Biography

Henrik Pedersen is a Professor of Inorganic Chemistry at Linköping University, where he leads a research group focused on Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and its applications in the development of thin films for electronics, cutting tools, and photochromic windows. He has extensively researched the fundamental processes of CVD, aiming to enhance the quality and performance of materials utilized in various modern technologies. With an educational background in Chemistry (M.Sc., 2004) and Materials Science (Ph.D., 2008) from Linköping University, Pedersen has experience as an industrial researcher at Sandvik Tooling and a visiting professor at Carleton University in Canada. His ongoing projects involve the study of time-resolved CVD and the development of novel precursor molecules for group 13 nitrides, alongside collaborations with various international experts to further investigate the surface chemistry involved in thin film applications. Pedersen is also dedicated to teaching both undergraduate and graduate-level chemistry courses, emphasizing a strong foundational understanding of chemical principles in his students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Lead research group focusing on Chemical Vapor Deposition and its applications in material science.

Courses

General Chemistry Inorganic Chemistry Environmental Chemistry Analytical Chemistry Chemical Biology Materials Chemistry

Requirements for Linköping 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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
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  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.