Dr. Xiao Ru Wang

Professor

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Biography

Xiao-Ru Wang is a professor specializing in evolutionary history, particularly of conifer trees across Eurasia. He employs ecological and population genetic approaches to investigate how climatic and geographic factors influence the distribution and genetic diversity of these trees. Wang's research includes developing predictive models to forecast genetic mismatches in forest trees in response to climate change. Over his career, he has extensively published on various aspects of genetic structure and evolutionary history related to different pine species, as well as on methodologies for the detection of airborne pathogens and fungi affecting forest ecosystems. His work contributes significantly to understanding forest genetics and the impacts of environmental changes on tree species diversity. Wang's expertise in genetic approaches positions him as a leading figure in the field of evolutionary biology and environmental genomics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1991-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Conducting research and teaching in the field of evolutionary biology, specializing in the genetic diversity of conifer trees.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
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
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.