Dr. Johan Ruud

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Johan Ruud is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in Physiology. His research focuses on the physiological mechanisms of metabolic resilience and the effects of various factors on cancer cachexia and obesity. He has co-authored several articles in academic journals, exploring topics such as the impact of Semaglutide on energy balance, the protective effects of certain neurons against diet-induced obesity, and the role of specific receptors in neurological responses to food reward. Ruud actively contributes to the field through his studies on the interactions between physiology and metabolic disorders.

Research Interests

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).