Dr. Mikael Elam

Professor

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Biography

Mikael Elam is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in clinical neurophysiology. His research primarily focuses on the sympathetic nervous system, exploring its role in various physiological responses, including stress and other sensory stimuli. Elam has contributed to significant studies examining muscle sympathetic nerve activity and its relationship with mental stress responses in premenopausal women. His work has also included evaluating the effects of sudden sensory stimuli on neural responses and investigating neurocardiovascular reactions during mental stress. Over the years, he has collaborated with multiple researchers, contributing to a broad array of publications across different physiological and psychological topics. Elam's insights into the links between sympathetic nerve activity and conditions such as phobic syncope and anxiety have enriched the field of clinical autonomic research. He has played a pivotal role in advancing microwave technology applications for medical diagnostics, demonstrating its potential in pre-hospital care and stroke diagnosis.

Research Interests

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).