Dr. Roger Olsson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Roger Olsson, Ph.D., is a Visiting Professor at the University of Gothenburg and holds a director position in Medicinal Chemistry at ACADIA Pharmaceuticals. His main research interests center around neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and schizophrenia, as well as pain management. His work involves developing small molecule chemical tools and therapeutics, specifically focusing on nuclear receptor ligands, including sex hormone receptors. He is actively engaged in synthetic chemistry, where he develops efficient methods for the synthesis of biologically active molecules. Roger's research is marked by collaborations with various biotech and academic research consortia, notably with Lund University and the MultiPark initiative. His contributions to the field are evidenced by multiple publications in reputable scientific journals, where he explores innovative compounds and pharmacodynamic properties aimed at yielding safer and more effective drugs.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

— Present

University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg

Visiting Professor active in research on neurodegenerative diseases and medicinal chemistry.

Director of Medicinal Chemistry

— Present

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals • Unknown

Director overseeing development of chemical tools for therapeutic applications.

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).