Dr. Magnus Andersson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Magnus Andersson works as an Associate Professor at Umeå University, where he employs experimental and computational techniques to understand membrane protein functionality. He is dedicated to using time-resolved X-ray scattering and molecular dynamics simulations to investigate the dynamics of membrane protein transport. His primary focus lies on primary and secondary active transport proteins, such as P-type ATPases and lactose permease, aiming to unravel the structural dynamics encoded in their amino acid sequences that enable their functional mechanisms. Andersson has directed research projects and contributed significantly to advancements in the field of membrane biophysics. His lab is actively engaged in studies that explore the regulation dynamics of active membrane transport in real-time.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Research focused on experimental and computational analysis of membrane protein functionality.

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.