Dr. Sophia Hober

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Biography

Sophia Hober is a Professor of Molecular Biotechnology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. She has been instrumental in the development of affinity molecules for in vitro and in vivo diagnostics, with significant contributions to the Human Protein Atlas and the Secretome project. Hober has published over 180 scientific papers and has developed methods for targeting small metastases in HER2-expressing cancers using a newly developed radioactive affinity molecule. Her work has confirmed effective clinical detection methods for cancer and contributed to the global pharmaceutical industry through purification methods for therapeutic antibodies. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she and her colleagues developed a serological test for SARS-CoV-2, aiding in the understanding and management of the virus spread. Hober is currently focused on developing novel protein domains that increase the therapeutic effects of specific binders, aiming to enhance cancer treatment while reducing severe side effects. She has a rich academic background, earning her PhD in Biochemistry from KTH and serving in several leadership roles within the faculty.

Research Interests

Molecular Biotechnology Affinity Molecules Diagnostic Development Protein Purification Cancer Treatment Biotechnology

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leads research in Molecular Biotechnology.

Dean Faculty

2011-01-01 — 2015-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Oversaw faculty operations and academic programs.

Vice Dean

2007-01-01 — 2009-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Assisted in the management of the School of Biotechnology.

Site Director

2003-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Human Protein Atlas (HPA) • Stockholm, Sweden

Managed site operations and research direction.

Associate Professor

2005-01-01 — 2006-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Engaged in teaching and research in Biotechnology.

Assistant Professor

1997-01-01 — 2000-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Conducted research and taught courses in Biotechnology.

Senior Scientist

1996-01-01 — 2005-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Led projects in Biochemistry and Biotechnology.

Doctoral Fellowship

1989-01-01 — 1996-01-01

Pharmacia • Stockholm, Sweden

Pursued doctoral research in Biochemistry and Biotechnology.

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

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