Dr. Mikael Unge

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mikael Unge is an Adjunct Professor at the Royal Institute of Technology, working within the Division of Polymeric Materials in the School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology, and Health. His research interests are focused on application material simulation techniques, particularly in the areas of polymers and composites. Unge aims to understand the influence of material properties on dielectric performance through advanced simulation methods. His methodologies include Molecular Dynamics, Density Functional Theory (DFT), and linear-scaling DFT, as well as Monte Carlo techniques that are combined to simulate charge carrier properties in polymer dielectrics. This research is critical for the development of advanced materials that have tailored dielectric properties for various applications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in a relevant field Calculus in one variable Linear Algebra Probability Theory and Statistics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Summary sheet (if required by program)
  • Letters of Recommendation (standard for most programs)
Specialization Notes

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