Dr. Patrick Eriksson

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Biography

Patrick Eriksson is a Full Professor at Chalmers University, specializing in Geoscience Remote Sensing. His research focuses on interpreting global datasets to address climate, weather, and environmental issues. He works on future satellite sensors and utilizes both in-house and external data to validate climate models. Currently, his research is concentrated on water vapor and clouds comprised of ice particles, primarily leveraging microwave satellite instruments. He is particularly concerned with supporting upcoming missions, such as the Ice Cloud Imager (ICI) and Arctic Weather Satellite (AWS). His main expertise lies in atmospheric radiative transfer and retrieval methodologies, and he plays a leading role in publicly available software development, specifically ARTs and Qpack.

Research Interests

Geoscience Remote Sensing Microwave Satellite Instruments Atmospheric Radiative Transfer Cloud Ice Particle Studies

Experience

Full Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Chalmers University of Technology • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research in Geoscience Remote Sensing, focusing on atmospheric studies and satellite data validation.

Requirements for Chalmers University of Technology

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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:62
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:62
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of Engineering, Science, or Architecture Minimum 180 ECTS credits Specific course prerequisites in Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Multivariable Analysis, Statistics) Specific course prerequisites in Physics or Chemistry depending on program
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcripts of completed courses and grades
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Project portfolio (required for Architecture and Design programs)
Specialization Notes

General requirements apply to all departments listed at Chalmers. Specific departments like Architecture require a portfolio. Programs in Management/Economics do not strictly require GMAT/GRE but high academic standing is prioritized.