Dr. Tommy Cedervall

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tommy Cedervall is a researcher at Lund University, focusing on biochemistry and structural biology, particularly the impact of nanosized materials on the environment. He is affiliated with the Strategic Research Area and contributes to the LTH Profile Area on Aerosols. His research primarily investigates the exposure of freshwater organisms to nanoparticles and the effects on their mortality, metabolic changes, and reproductive ability, especially in relation to harmful nanoplastics in aquatic environments. Cedervall employs polystyrene nanoparticles as model particles to study how consumer plastics break down in nature and to isolate the smallest size fractions for exposure experiments. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically addressing issues related to pollution and sustainability through innovative research strategies aimed at degrading microplastics in wastewater treatment plants. Over the past five years, Cedervall has been actively involved in various collaborative research projects, exploring the toxicity and degradation of nanoplastics, and contributing to significant scientific discourse through media participation and public lectures at various events.

Research Interests

Experience

Researcher and Office Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Lund University • Lund, Sweden

Leading research on the impact of nanosized materials on the environment, focusing on toxicity and degradation of nanoplastics.

Requirements for Lund University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
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
Writing
Required:61
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, History, Economic History, Economic Development, or Area Studies At least 90 ECTS credits in the qualifying major
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or proof of expected graduation
  • Copy of Passport or ID
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
Specialization Notes

Includes Master of Science in Politics and Society of the Contemporary Middle East and European Affairs.