Dr. Lena Granhag

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lena Granhag is an Associate Professor at Chalmers University in the Department of Transport, Energy and Environment within the Mechanics and Maritime Sciences discipline. Her research background encompasses marine ecology with a particular focus on biofouling of ship hulls. Lena is the principal investigator for several research projects including the Invasive Species Action Plan (ISAP) and CLIMATE INVASIVES, a project under the Biodiversa initiative. Her current research interests revolve around the impact of marine alien species introduced through ballast water and their effects on maritime ecosystems. She is an active member of the expert group on Ballast Water Ship Vectors for the International Marine Research Council (ICES), contributing her expertise in this critical area of marine science. Lena has previously held a Marie Curie Fellowship at the Plymouth Marine Laboratory in the UK, where she researched the impact of bacterial films on the development of biofouling, employing advanced techniques such as Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) to detect and localize bacteria. In addition, during her postdoctoral fellowship at Kristineberg Marine Research Station, she investigated the American comb-jellyfish (Mnemiopsis leidyi).

Research Interests

Requirements for Chalmers University 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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.