Dr. Tobias Rütting

Professor

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Biography

Tobias Rütting is a biogeochemist with expertise in terrestrial nutrient cycling, greenhouse gas emissions, and soil dynamics. His research heavily focuses on the nitrogen cycle, investigating soil processes using stable isotope techniques. Rütting has a special interest in the interactions and feedback mechanisms related to climate change, land-use management, and their effects on biogeochemical cycles. He studies the role of mycorrhizal types and plant dominance in regulating nitrogen cycling particularly in Oroarctic soils. His extensive research contributions include works on nitrogen transformations, soil erosion effects, and carbon dynamics in boreal and tropical ecosystems. Rütting has published numerous articles in respected journals, contributing to advancing the understanding of nutrient cycling in relation to global change and ecosystem management.

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).