Dr. Tord Johansson

Professor

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Biography

Tord Johansson is a distinguished professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University, having been a significant contributor to the field of Nuclear Physics. He completed his bachelor’s degree in 1974 and received his Ph.D. in December 1978, focusing on pion production from scattering medium energy protons on nuclei. Over the years, he has held several esteemed positions, including Research Fellow at CERN, and has gained substantial international experience, notably through eight years at CERN. Professor Johansson has published over 438 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been part of various major international research collaborations, including WASA-at-COSY and PANDA. He has supervised multiple PhD students and has been integral in shaping the future of research in his domain. Additionally, Professor Johansson has played pivotal roles in several boards and committees, influencing policies on nuclear physics and ensuring the advancement of scientific inquiry in Sweden and beyond. His extensive work in research grants and collaboration efforts has established him as a key figure within the scientific community, particularly in his contributions to experimental nuclear physics and advanced detector technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-03-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, focusing on Nuclear Physics.

Senior Lecturer

1996-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Physics.

Professor

2000-02-01 — 2009-11-01

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Promoted to Professor focusing on Radiation Sciences.

Professor

2009-12-01 — 2018-02-01

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Requirements for Uppsala University

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
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen (180 ECTS) 90 credits in a subject relevant to the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport photo page
  • Statement of Purpose (for most programs)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application Summary Sheet (if required by department)
Specialization Notes

General Master's requirements applying across Science, Technology, and Humanities departments.