Dr. Thomas Gasser

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Biography

Thomas Christian Gasser is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, specializing in biomechanics. He earned a Master of Mechanical Engineering in 1997 and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering in 2001 from Graz University of Technology, Austria. In 2008, Gasser completed his Habilitation in Solid Mechanics and Biomechanics at KTH. His research focuses on advanced numerical techniques to solve realistic bioengineering and clinical problems, with particular attention to constitutive models of anisotropic finite strain materials. His work has led to significant contributions in the field, including the development of biomechanical simulation software for clinical decision-making. Gasser has authored and co-authored over 130 peer-reviewed journal publications and 15 book chapters, amassing more than 20,000 citations. He has received several accolades, including the Humboldt Research Award in Germany and recognition as one of KTH's influential researchers in Biomedical Engineering. He is also involved as an Associate Editor for influential journals and engages in teaching, guiding master and Ph.D. students in solid mechanics and biomechanics courses.

Research Interests

Biomechanics Solid Mechanics Numerical Methods Biomechanical Engineering

Experience

Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Professor of Biomechanics in the Division of Material Structural Mechanics.

Courses

Applied Elasticity FEM (SE2132) Constitutive Modeling (FSE3131) Degree Project Solid Mechanics, Cycle (SE202X) Introduction Biomechanics (SE2121) Material Mechanics (SE2126)

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

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).