Dr. Sara Liin

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sara Liin is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University specializing in the research of ion channels, which are critical proteins that regulate electric activity underlying heartbeat and signaling in the nervous system. Her research focuses on understanding the fine molecular details of mutations that impair ion channel function, with the aim of developing new pharmacological strategies to restore ion channel activity. Particularly, she investigates cardiac ion channels and their role in causing cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial and ventricular fibrillation, which can lead to sudden cardiac death. Her research group works diligently to elucidate how specific mutations affect cardiac rhythms and seeks to identify potential medical therapies that could restore the function of these critical channels. In 2021, she received the Eric K Fernström award for young scientists, recognizing her contributions to the field of neurobiology and cardiovascular research.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Associate Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Conducting research on ion channels and their role in cardiac health.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Research focused on ion channels and cardiac arrhythmias.

Junior Group Leader

— Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Led a research group investigating molecular mechanisms of ion channels.

Awards

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Eric K Fernström award

Requirements for Linköping 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
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.