Dr. Karolina Eriksson

Emeritus Professor

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Biography

Karolina Eriksson is a postdoctoral researcher focusing on the modeling of cyanobacterial blooms and nutrient dynamics in the Northern Baltic Sea, with an emphasis on sustainable development and societal preparedness for climate change. Her research primarily investigates ecosystem responses to climate change and human activities, contributing to scientific knowledge and practical solutions for mitigating environmental impacts. She has a PhD and has previously collaborated with the Swedish Defence Research Agency, exploring microbial evolution and the detection of potentially pathogenic species in aquatic environments. Her recent work examines the influence of human activities on microbial dynamics, particularly in relation to brownification in water systems. She employs multivariate statistical tools to develop ecological prediction models aimed at assessing risks to biodiversity and ecosystem productivity, ultimately supporting effective management of aquatic environments to mitigate toxic cyanobacterial blooms. Karolina aligns her work with UN Sustainable Development Goals, committing to ecological resilience and addressing global environmental challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2021-01-01 — Present

Umeå Marine Sciences Centre • Umeå

Current research focuses on species distribution modeling and studying the dynamics of cyanobacterial blooms in the Northern Baltic Sea.

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.