Dr. Lennart Jacobsson

Professor

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Biography

Lennart Jacobsson is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in clinical epidemiological research focused on rheumatoid arthritis, pain syndromes, Sjögren’s syndrome, and spondyloarthritis. His research group has contributed significantly to original findings, demonstrating the protective effects of TNF-inhibitors against cardiovascular events in rheumatoid arthritis, as well as their mechanisms in lymphoma development in Sjögren’s syndrome. Currently, the group is investigating the epidemiology of various forms of spondyloarthritis and gout, leveraging national Swedish registers and clinical cohorts. His work has led to distinctions, including the Nanna Svartz price in 2010 and the Pfizer rheumatology prize in 2014.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Taught and conducted research in the fields of rheumatology and inflammation.

Awards

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Nanna Svartz Prize

2010-01-01
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Pfizer Rheumatology Prize

2014-01-01

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).