Dr. Mats Björkman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mats Björkman is a researcher in Ecosystem Science focusing on the effects of future changes in cold regions. His background includes Biology and Environmental Atmospheric Science, particularly studying biosphere-atmosphere and cryosphere-atmosphere interaction processes. His research interests include changes in vegetation and soil microbial composition, carbon and nutrient cycles, along with chemical, physical, and biological processes in seasonal snow. Dr. Björkman is currently investigating the long-term impacts of permafrost degradation through key projects such as “Permafrost Thaw – Decadal Responses to Climate Change” and “Thawing Permafrost Soils – Long-term Impacts on Ecosystem Carbon and Nitrogen Dynamics,” which are funded by EU-Horizon 2020 and FORMAS. These projects utilize natural permafrost degradation gradients in the northern part of Sweden. He is also involved in the establishment of the international cross-disciplinary Svalbard Snow Network aimed at facilitating and strengthening snow-related research in the Svalbard archipelago. His research is published in high-impact journals as he collaborates with various researchers to advance the understanding of ecosystem dynamics under climate change.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Ecosystem Science with a focus on cold regions.

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).