Dr. Hjalmar Brismar

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Biography

Hjalmar Brismar is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in the Division of Biophysics. His research group, Understanding Cellular Dynamics, investigates the fundamental physical principles that govern biological processes at the cellular level. A key focus of his work involves the Na,K-ATPase, a vital ion pump that is crucial for intracellular homeostasis. He has pioneered the field of Na,K-ATPase signaling, demonstrating how the endogenous ligand ouabain triggers intracellular calcium oscillations, which play critical roles in cellular stress responses and protective mechanisms against apoptosis in pathological conditions. His current research projects delve into the allosteric regulation of the Na,K-ATPase catalytic subunit and its interaction with other cellular components, employing advanced imaging techniques that he has helped innovate. He is a leader in super-resolution microscopy and coordinates national infrastructure for microscopy at the Science Life Laboratory, collaborating closely with the Karolinska Institutet.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Women’s Children’s Health, Karolinska Institutet • Sweden

Professor, Experimental Biological Physics

— Present

Department of Applied Physics, KTH • Sweden

Director, Cellular Molecular Imaging Platform

— Present

Science Life Laboratory • Sweden

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Prize

Courses

Biomedicine Engineers Cellular Biophysics Fundamental Physics Molecular Biology Imaging New Super-resolution, Light-sheet, FCS methods Photography Media

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

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