Dr. Nikolai Stenfors

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nikolai Stenfors is an Associate Professor and Senior Consultant Physician in the Section of Pulmonary Medicine at Östersund Hospital, Östersund. With extensive research qualifications and a focus on respiratory medicine, he is dedicated to advancing evidence-based practices and clinical skills in the field. His research primarily investigates the airway effects of physical activity in subzero temperatures, along with epidemiological studies and experimental exposures conducted within environmental chambers. Over the years, he has led several significant research projects examining the prevalence and incidence of airway symptoms related to asthma in Swedish elite endurance athletes. He has also explored the risk factors associated with asthma in competitive athletes through web-based surveys. His work emphasizes the importance of understanding chronic respiratory conditions in the context of physical exertion.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Engaged in teaching and research focusing on pulmonary medicine.

Consultant Respiratory Physician

— Present

Östersund Hospital • Östersund, Sweden

Providing clinical care and consultation in respiratory medicine.

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.