Dr. Örjan Hansson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Örjan Hansson is an accomplished academic involved in molecular biophysics, specifically researching electron-transfer reactions in photosynthesis and copper-containing proteins using Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopy. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, he plans to continue his research while transitioning into retirement, focusing on theoretical methods such as Density Functional Theory (DFT) to calculate EPR properties of radicals and transition-metal complexes that play a role in photosynthesis and cellular respiration. In addition to his research contributions, Hansson has been heavily involved in teaching, offering courses in Basic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and training future chemistry teachers. He has held significant administrative roles including Director of Studies for Teacher Education and Director of the Secondary School Teacher Education Program. His achievements in the field have been recognized with multiple awards including the Hugo Theorell Award in Biophysics and the Pam Fredmans Prize. Throughout his career, he has published extensively on various topics related to biophysics, molecular chemistry, and the roles of different compounds in biological systems, making substantial contributions to the understanding of complex biochemical interactions.

Research Interests

Awards

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Hugo Theorell Award

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För nit och redlighet rikets tjänst

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Förtjänstfulla insatser utbildningen vid Naturvetenskapliga fakulteten

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Pam Fredmans Prize

Courses

Basic Chemistry Biochemistry Teaching Practice for Secondary School Teachers in Chemistry Degree Projects for Secondary School Teachers in Chemistry

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).