Dr. Michael Kahnert

Professor

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Biography

Michael Kahnert is an Adjunct Professor at Chalmers University, specializing in Geoscience Remote Sensing with a focus on global environmental measurement and modeling. He is a research scientist at the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute. His research addresses critical questions in numerical methods and electromagnetic scattering theory, particularly in relation to aerosols, ice clouds, cosmic dust, and radiative transfer within planetary atmospheres. Kahnert's work also involves advanced techniques in inverse modeling, remote sensing, chemical data assimilation, and the modeling of air pollution and aerosol-cloud interactions.

Research Interests

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology

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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.