Dr. Vera Koponen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Vera Koponen is an Associate Professor at Uppsala University in the Department of Mathematics. Her research primarily focuses on mathematical logic, specifically in model theory, which studies the structures in a general sense and emphasizes common formal logical languages. She plays a central role in description and classification of structures, and has secured funding from the Swedish Research Council to lead a project from 2024-2027 that employs a model-theoretic approach to relational learning in artificial intelligence. Her contributions to the field include various publications and research outputs, indicating her active engagement in advancing the understanding of logical systems and their applications.

Research Interests

Mathematical Logic Model Theory Algebra Representation Theory Artificial Intelligence

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Uppsala University • Uppsala, Sweden

Teaches courses and conducts research in the field of mathematical logic.

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.