Dr. Lena Svensson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lena Svensson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at Umeå University. Her research focuses on how tumor cells manipulate LFA-1 signaling pathways to evade the immune system, which is critical for understanding cancer metastasis. She possesses a Doctoral degree from the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, and has held multiple prestigious research positions, including a Postdoctoral fellowship at the London Research Institute (now the Francis Crick Institute) and a Senior Postdoctoral fellowship at King's College London. Dr. Svensson has a strong background in immunology and cell biology, with significant expertise in the roles of integrins in cell migration and adhesion. She is also the programme director for the Master of Science in Biotechnology and has previously served as Deputy Head of her department, responsible for undergraduate education. Her work aims to elucidate the mechanisms by which tumor cells escape immunosurveillance, which is vital for developing improved cancer therapies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — 2025-12-31

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Leading research into tumor cell immune evasion and teaching courses in biotechnology.

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.