Dr. Pär Byström

Professor

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Biography

Pär Byström is a Professor at Umeå University, specializing in the interactions within freshwater ecosystems, particularly focusing on fish species effects, fishing, and climate change. His research primarily investigates size-dependent interactions in fish populations and communities, emphasizing how abiotic factors such as temperature and organic carbon concentrations impact biotic processes. He has significant expertise in the ecology of Northern lake ecosystems and employs molecular techniques to estimate fish abundance using environmental DNA (eDNA). Byström's work includes examining the effects of climate change on ecological dynamics in lakes and streams, as well as developing sustainable management strategies for fish populations. His research combines comparative field studies and experimental methods, contributing to a deeper understanding of how climate-induced changes affect aquatic food webs and fish production.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Works as a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Environmental Sciences, focusing on research related to fish populations, climate change impacts, and ecological dynamics.

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.