Dr. Martin Fredriksson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Martin Fredriksson is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, primarily affiliated with the Unit for Culture and Society (Tema Q). His research focuses on the intersections of intellectual property rights, cultural heritage, and traditional knowledge within a postcolonial context. He holds a deep interest in issues related to copyright, patents, and the socio-political movements surrounding cultural heritage. Currently, he is leading the PASSIM project, which investigates digital traditional knowledge databases and their role in protecting traditional knowledge from misappropriation through patents, particularly in relation to India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library. Fredriksson's previous work includes extensive research on the history of copyright law in Sweden, examining how legal discourses have shaped the cultural landscape. He is a contributor to critical discussions on cultural heritage and collective claims in copyright through several funded projects, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Additionally, he serves as the program director for the BA program in Global Studies at Linköping University, where he engages in teaching and supervising PhD students.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Coordinator

2010-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Conduct research intersections intellectual property rights, cultural heritage traditional knowledge.

Courses

BA Program in Global Studies

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.