Dr. Stina Börchers

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stina Börchers is a Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on neurobiology, specifically investigating feeding behavior, energy expenditure, and emotionality with an emphasis on potential sex differences. After completing her M.Sc. in Neurosciences and B.Sc. in Biology at the University of Bremen in Germany, she joined Karolina Skibicka's research group, where she actively engages in science communication and research. Her work includes studies on the sex-specific modulation of neurobehavioral outcomes regarding sex steroids and gut peptides, which contribute to understanding behavioral control in ingestive motivation. Stina has contributed to multiple research projects and publications covering various aspects of neuropharmacology, endocrinology, and anxiety-related behaviors, reflecting her expertise and commitment to advancing knowledge in neurobiology and behavioral neuroscience.

Research Interests

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).