Dr. Lina Roth

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lina Roth is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University, specializing in sensory biology with a focus on animal welfare and behavior. Her early research concentrated on color vision in reptiles and the impact of domestication on vision in various animals including lizards, horses, chickens, and dogs, with notable publications in the field. Currently, her work examines the intricate relationships between dogs and their owners, particularly how these relationships influence wellbeing and health. She has shown that dogs can mirror their owners' long-term stress levels, especially evident in herding breeds. The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened interest in how dogs adapt to their owners' changes. Additionally, Roth studies the behavior and training of horses in relation to their owners, noting the distinct differences between horse-human and dog-human relationships. Her research continues to explore how these dynamics affect animal welfare and behavioral interactions, underscoring the importance of recognizing each animal species' unique perspective in their relationships with humans.

Research Interests

Requirements for Linköping University

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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.