Dr. Oliver Gimm

Professor

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Biography

Oliver Gimm is a Professor at Linköping University, specializing in the endocrine system, particularly in how tissues produce hormones that are secreted into the blood and their impact on bodily functions. His early interest in endocrine tumors was sparked during his studies on the prognostic significance of parameters in patients with papillary thyroid cancer. His research has expanded into the studies of parathyroid glands, adrenal glands, and intestinal endocrine tumors, focusing on the clinical significance of these small tumors, which play a critical role due to increased hormone production. Gimm's understanding of the genetic influences on endocrine tumors deepened during a three-year period in the United States, where he learned that a significant number of tumors originating in the adrenal medulla are hereditary. His publications and editorial contributions have further advanced the field, as has his involvement in cancer collaboration efforts at Linköping University.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Professor in Surgery focusing on the endocrine system.

Associate Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Associate Professor in Surgery.

Associate Professor

— Present

Unknown • Germany

Associate Professor in Surgery.

Specialist

— Present

Unknown • Germany

Specialist in Surgery.

Post-doctoral Researcher

— Present

Comprehensive Cancer Center, Columbus, OH • Columbus, OH, USA

Post-doctoral research in cancer.

Post-doctoral Researcher

— Present

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School • Boston, MA, USA

Post-doctoral research.

Requirements for Linköping University

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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.