Dr. Per Olof Syrén

Professor

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Biography

Per-Olof Syrén obtained his PhD in Biotechnology in 2011 from KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Following his PhD, he pursued postdoctoral research as an Alexander von Humboldt fellow at the University of Stuttgart, Germany, from 2011 to 2013. After returning to Sweden, he established his own research group at KTH and the Science Life Laboratory in Stockholm with the support of the Swedish Research Council's Young Investigator grant, which has a low success rate. His research focuses on understanding fundamental biochemistry through the development of novel enzyme engineering strategies and sustainable production of biomaterials. In 2016, he received a FORMAS grant for his project 'AWESOM', aimed at creating novel sustainable biomaterials from renewable sources through enzyme discovery and design technologies. His work has attracted funding from various foundations, including the Royal Academy of Sciences and the Wennergren Foundation, and has received international recognition, including an award at the Gordon Research Conference. Syrén was also nominated to represent the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation at a Nobel Laureate meeting in Chemistry in 2013, amidst thousands of young scientists globally.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research in enzyme engineering and biocatalysis, focusing on the development of sustainable biomaterials.

Courses

Biocatalysis (BB2460) Biotechnology (KH1223) Current Trends in Chemical Biology (FCK3350) Polymer Materials Circular Economy (CK2180) Project Work in Fibre Polymer Technology (KF2910) Project Work in Fibre Polymer Technology (KF2905)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute 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
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

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