Dr. Jan Boren

Professor

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Biography

Jan Boren is a Professor and Head of the Institute of Medicine at the University of Gothenburg. He obtained his medical degree in 1988 and completed his PhD in the Department of Medical Biochemistry at the University of Gothenburg in 1992. His research focuses on lipid metabolism, particularly the mechanisms leading to lipid accumulation in the liver and arterial walls, which are critical for understanding and treating cardiometabolic diseases. His research program includes both in vitro and in vivo studies using well-characterized human volunteers and mouse models. Boren has published extensively on the relationships between lipid metabolism, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases, emphasizing the implications of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). He is a member of the Royal Society of Arts and Sciences in Gothenburg and has received several prestigious awards for his contributions to medicine. Additionally, Boren is active in the European Atherosclerosis Society and is involved in editorial roles for notable scientific journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor and Head

2007-01-01 — Present

Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Leads research and education initiatives in the field of Medicine, focusing on lipid metabolism and its implications for health.

Awards

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Göran Gustafsson’s Prize in Medicine

2004-01-01
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Dr. Eric K Fernström Foundation’s Research Award

2004-01-01
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Irvine H. Page Atherosclerosis Research Award

1997-01-01

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).