Dr. Roger Herbert

Associate Professor

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Biography

Roger Herbert is a senior lecturer in hydrology and associate professor in biogeochemistry at Uppsala University. His research focuses on biogeochemical processes under water-saturated conditions, with specific emphasis on denitrification in bioreactors, transport in double porosity systems, and groundwater remediation. Additionally, he investigates arsenic uptake in plants and the interactions of silica nanoparticles within soil-plant-water systems. Roger is currently the project coordinator for the EIT RawMaterials project NITREM, which aims to upscale bioreactor technology for the mining and quarrying industry. He also teaches and oversees the Civil Engineering program, focusing on environmental water engineering.

Research Interests

Hydrology Biogeochemistry Groundwater Remediation Denitrification Bioreactor Technology Environmental Water Engineering

Requirements for Uppsala University

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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • 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.