Dr. Nicklas Strömberg

Professor

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Biography

Nicklas Strömberg is a Professor and Senior Dental Officer at Umeå University specializing in the intersection of oral bacteria diagnostics and therapeutics, particularly in precision dentistry. His research addresses chronic infectious diseases related to dental health, focusing on the bacterial adhesion processes at the host interface and the factors that influence colonization of the oral cavity by commensal bacteria. He has made significant contributions to understanding the configurations of salivary proline-rich proteins and their role in the colonization of oral bacteria. His laboratory is dedicated to exploring how host receptor understanding can lead to better predictions of susceptibility to dental caries, improving treatment pathways through tailored microbial interventions. Additionally, Strömberg has been recognized for his high-impact research, which aims to translate basic knowledge of microbial virulence into practical applications for preventing and treating dental diseases.

Research Interests

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.