Dr. Pontus Söderström

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Pontus Söderström is a PhD student in Applied Physics at Umeå University. His thesis aims to develop and improve methods in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to examine early signs of impaired vascular function. His research primarily focuses on measuring cerebral autoregulation, which is the body's ability to maintain sufficient and stable blood flow to the brain. He is particularly interested in how respiratory influences affect cerebral blood flow and blood volume, as explored in his upcoming publication in the Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow & Metabolism. Through rigorous research methods, Söderström aims to advance the understanding of brain vascular health.

Research Interests

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.