Professor Dr. Pernilla Åsenlöf
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Biography
Pernilla Åsenlöf is a Professor in the Department of Women's and Children's Health at Uppsala University, focusing on Physiotherapy and behavioral medicine. She established a Physiotherapy behavioral medicine research group in 2008 within the Department of Neuroscience. The group consists mainly of registered physiotherapists and incorporates interdisciplinary features crucial to advancing behavioral medicine. Current research explores the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence chronic conditions and recovery, aiming to optimize behavioral medicine interventions tailored to individual patient profiles. Ongoing projects include trials involving tailored behavioral treatments for musculoskeletal pain and health behavior changes related to obesity and sleep apnea, highlighting the importance of innovative, patient-supported web-based interventions. The goal is to enhance health outcomes through comprehensive understanding and application of behavioral medicine strategies, ensuring patients' needs are adequately met.
Research Interests
Requirements for Uppsala University
Master Program
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GPA Requirement
IELTS
TOEFL
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- Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
- Official transcripts of records
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of passport photo page
- Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes
General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.