Sofie Rath Mortensen

Sofie Rath Mortensen is a Postdoc at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Research Unit of Exercise Epidemiology and RICH - Research In Childhood Health. She holds an MSc and is a licensed physiotherapist. Her work bridges clinical biomechanics, epidemiology, and public health, with a focus on physical activity in chronic disease populations.

• University: University of Southern Denmark
• School: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics
• Role: Postdoc
• Email: srmortensen@health.sdu.dk
• ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9550-1507

Her research centers on physical activity, diabetes, multimorbidity, digital health, and psychosocial influences on health behavior. She has contributed to numerous cross-sectional studies analyzing device-measured activity and its relationship with inflammation, insomnia, and health literacy. Her PhD, completed in 2024, focused on online exercise interventions for individuals with diabetes.

The most recent articles show a consistent focus on quantifying physical activity in chronic conditions using objective measures, exploring barriers such as digital literacy and mental health, and understanding the interplay between multiple comorbidities and activity levels. Her work spans epidemiology, digital health, and behavioral interventions.

She has been involved in key projects such as the ACTI-WAYS initiative and completed a PhD project on online exercise feasibility in diabetes. She has presented at conferences, including on screen time reduction and online training communities. While no formal awards are listed, her research has garnered attention on academic platforms and social media. She also contributes to teaching, notably in the course 'S1: Health check and measuring effect.'

She is part of collaborative networks involving researchers from SDU and external hospitals, particularly in studies related to diabetes and childhood health. Her work is increasingly shaping discourse around digital interventions and physical activity in chronic disease management.