Dr. Tom Van Gils

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tom van Gils is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Gothenburg, focusing on targeted individualized dietary interventions and the disorders related to gut-brain interaction. His research involves understanding how human gut bacteria produce bioactive serotonin, which may promote colonic innervation. Van Gils has contributed to several clinical gastroenterology studies, exploring the practical management of centrally mediated gastrointestinal pain and the variability of acute food-induced reactions assessed through confocal laser endomicroscopy. His work also addresses the role of gluten in irritable bowel syndrome and the symptoms related to disorders of gut-brain interaction, specifically in relation to organic gastrointestinal diseases.

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).