Dr. Rubén Casanova Sáez

Professor

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Biography

Rubén Casanova-Sáez is a staff scientist at the Umeå Plant Science Centre, specializing in single molecule imaging and manipulation, as well as real-time correlated force measurements at the molecular scale. His work focuses on developing strategies to understand plant physiology and biochemistry, particularly in relation to hormone metabolism. Rubén has contributed to several significant publications, including studies on IAA metabolism mutants and the profiling of phytohormones using advanced chromatography techniques. He is involved in the management of the C-trap facility at the Umeå university, where innovative methodologies are utilized to investigate molecular interactions and dynamics in plant systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Manager

2021-01-01 — Present

C-trap facility • Umeå Plant Science Centre

Oversaw operations and research activities in the C-trap facility, focusing on molecular imaging and manipulation.

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.