STUDENT. Doing a “residency” in orthopedics in the United States is an unattainable dream for many newly qualified American doctors. Now Janina Kaarre, with a medical degree from Gothenburg, has landed one of the coveted spots at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). Janina Kaarre has an international background to say the least. She grew up in Finland, spent an exchange year in Portugal, and studied medicine in Gothenburg.…
Meet Mia Ericson, new Vice Dean for postgraduate studies
MANAGEMENT ASSIGNMENT. Mia Ericson wants to make it easier for PhD students and supervisors, while maintaining the high quality of Sahlgrenska Academy’s postgraduate studies. She has been responsible for postgraduate studies at various levels since 2009 and is now part of the Faculty’s management team as the new Vice Dean within that area. “The size of Sahlgrenska Academy is both our strength and our challenge in postgraduate studies,” says Mia…
Quality assurance of doctoral education: Half-time reports to be subject to plagiarism check
DOCTORAL EDUCATION. Starting this fall, upon the initiative from the Council for PhD education (FUR), all half-time reports will undergo a plagiarism check using the iThenticate tool. The review is conducted to detect similarities in the texts of half-time reports and to avoid potential accusations of plagiarism. Initially, starting March 2024, all doctoral students will be offered the opportunity to have their half-time reports reviewed. However, as of September 15…
Short films for the recruitment of international researchers
RECRUITMENT. There are now two short films showing the research and everyday life of two international researchers working at Sahlgrenska Academy. Feel free to use these films when recruiting researchers to your team. “These are two very nice and inspiring films with recruited researchers, giving a good insight into different research environments, as well as showing opportunities for leisure and family activities. It is now free to use these films…
Doctoral thesis: Fear’s impact post Achilles tendon rupture
DOCTORAL THESIS. Achilles tendon rupture is a common injury, with about 20 percent of individuals unable to return to their previous level of physical activity post-injury. Unnur Sædís Jónsdóttir has investigated the causes, identifying fear as a significant obstacle. What led to your thesis? “Those who suffer from Achilles tendon rupture are typically active, often middle-aged men who engage in activities requiring quick changes of direction. Approximately 20 percent of…