Dr. Stéphane Verger

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stéphane Verger is an Associate Professor at the Umeå Plant Science Centre, where he studies the fundamental features of cell-cell adhesion in multicellular organisms. His research employs novel interdisciplinary approaches, including biophysical tools, confocal microscopy, and computational modeling, with a focus on mechanisms involved in cell-cell adhesion in plants such as Arabidopsis and Poplar. Stéphane’s work contributes to understanding how cells interact and adhere, which is crucial for plant development and physiology. He has a strong background in mechanics and dynamics, which supports his investigation into the cellular processes that underpin plant biology.

Research Interests

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.