Fay Giæver

Fay Giæver is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Department of Psychology. She holds an MSc from the University of Reading (UK) and a PhD from NTNU. Her research focuses on emotions in work contexts, including organizational change, arts-based interventions, and employee well-being. She leads the KLIMAFORSK-funded MEATigation project, addressing sustainable meat consumption practices for climate mitigation. Giæver also explores emotional resilience in sustainability work and wearable technology applications in emotion regulation.

Her education includes advanced degrees in Psychology, with a PhD specialization in organizational and work psychology. Giæver’s research spans over two decades, examining topics like presenteeism among healthcare professionals, choral singing as a well-being intervention, and the emotional challenges of environmental activists. She collaborates internationally, contributing to projects such as the MEATigation initiative and interdisciplinary studies on serious games for collaboration.

Research interests emphasize translating emotional experiences into actionable strategies for organizational and individual resilience. Recent work integrates digital tools like smartwatches for emotion regulation in workplaces and educational settings. Giæver’s teaching includes courses on organizational psychology (PSY2019), workplace internships (PSY3133), and master’s supervision (PSY3913).

Her publications span peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Social Movement Studies, BMC Public Health) and edited volumes, with a focus on qualitative methodologies. Giæver’s contributions bridge psychological theory with practical interventions, addressing contemporary challenges like climate action and mental health in work environments.