Dr. Karin Sandström

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karin Sandström is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Umeå University, specializing in materials engineering. Her research focuses on the sustainable production of cement using alternative fuels and the effects of biofuels on cement production. Her recent projects include the characterization of limestone using synchrotron-based micro-tomography, studying the fate of trace elements in quicklime cement clinker production, and investigating ash reactions in new fuel technologies for cement production. She has contributed to various research initiatives, with publication dates indicating her active involvement in innovative studies aimed at enhancing sustainable practices within the construction materials sector.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2021-07-01 — 2022-06-30

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Conducted research in sustainable cement production and alternative fuel use.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.