Dr. Petter Mostad

Professor

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Biography

Petter Mostad is a professor at the University of Gothenburg with a primary focus on Bayesian statistics. His work spans various application areas including forensic genetics, forensic statistics, biostatistics/bioinformatics, and geostatistics. Mostad's research particularly centers on likelihood computations in pedigrees, exemplified by his contributions to paternity DNA testing. He is a co-author of the free software Familias and R packages such as FamLink2, which serves as a comprehensive tool for likelihood computations in pedigree analyses, incorporating linked DNA markers and accounting for genotype uncertainties. Over the course of his career, he has published extensively in notable journals and contributed to advancements in the field through several groundbreaking papers, solidifying his position as a leading figure in statistical genetics and its application in forensic science.

Research Interests

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).