Dr. Per Karlsson

Professor

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Biography

Per Karlsson is a full Professor of Oncology at Sahlgrenska Academy and a Senior Consultant at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. With extensive expertise in breast cancer treatment, he has orchestrated numerous national and international studies, including the development of tumor stromal gene expression profiles to identify biomarkers for breast cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment. His clinical translational research has shaped Sweden's national guidelines for radiation therapy in breast cancer patients. He serves as the principal investigator for significant trials, such as SOFT, TEXT, and SOLE, focusing on hormone receptor-positive breast cancer treatments. Karlsson has contributed to the establishment of quality registers for BRCA carriers in West Sweden, aiming to monitor long-term outcomes. His work in gene expression profiling seeks to refine the identification of patients who may benefit from or be resistant to radiation therapy. Karlsson's research integrates local immunological responses with therapeutic strategies, enhancing the understanding of how to optimize treatment impacts. He collaborates with various international research groups and has published extensively in high-impact journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden

Leading research and clinical practices in oncology, specifically breast cancer.

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).