Dr. Ulf Risérus

Professor

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Biography

Ulf Risérus is a Professor in the Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences at Uppsala University, specializing in clinical nutrition and metabolism. He leads a research group focused on investigating the dietary effects on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease through randomized controlled trials and prospective cohort studies. His key aim is to understand the role of fatty acids in the development of these diseases, hoping to gain new knowledge that can impact diets for the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic diseases.

Research Interests

Clinical Nutrition Metabolism Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Type 2 Diabetes Cardiovascular Disease

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.