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Tina Lien BarkenView profile

Associate Professor

• Telemedicine
• Nursing Practice
• Clinical Reasoning
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Tina Lien Barken is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health and Nursing Sciences, University of Agder. Her work focuses on telemedicine, nursing practice, and clinical reasoning for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She has contributed extensively to understanding patient experiences through qualitative studies and ethnographic approaches. Current affiliations: University of Agder, Department of Health and Nursing Sciences Key research areas: Telemedicine care, COPD management, technology-assisted clinical reasoning Recent projects: University campus as smart learning spaces, implementation of KOMP service pathways in Arendal municipality Her publications span from 2015 to 2024, with a strong emphasis on qualitative methodologies and patient-centered care models. She has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects exploring digital solutions for social challenges and developed educational resources like Velferdsteknologiens ABC (Welfare Technology ABC). While no scientific awards are documented in the provided texts, her work has been published in major journals including the Journal of Advanced Nursing and BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making.

Mette Kristin Ragnhildstveit SætraView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Nursing Education
• Pedagogical Methods
• Clinical Training
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Mette Kristin Ragnhildstveit Sætra is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Agder , affiliated with the Department of Health and Nursing Sciences since April 2018. She is also the Assistant Head of Department at the Grimstad campus. Her career spans teaching, supervision, and leadership in nursing and social care education programs. Education : Nurse (Stord University of Nursing, 1987), Master’s in Management (University of Agder, 2009), and further education in interdisciplinary guidance and social pedagogy. Expertise : Educational management, clinical pedagogy, student supervision, and digital competence integration in nursing education. Research trends focus on nursing education innovations, including pedagogical methods in clinical placements, reflective journaling, group supervision, and challenges in student adaptation to practice environments. Her work also addresses curriculum standardization and risk management in student evaluations. Dissemination includes a 2023 podcast discussing nursing career choices and a conference presentation on technology integration in nursing education per RETHOS requirements. She contributes to journals like NORDVEI and UNIPED through articles and book reviews. Research affiliations : Member of the ProfHealth interdisciplinary research group focused on health professions.

Anne Kristine Aase UglandView profile

Research Fellow

• Youth Exclusion
• Dialogical Practices
• Psychosocial Health
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Anne Kristine Aase Ugland is a PhD Research Fellow at the University of Agder's Department of Psychosocial Health, where she researches youth exclusion dynamics. She serves as a Dembra supervisor at the ARKIVET Peace and Human Rights Center and is a member of the University Research and Innovation Committee. Her work focuses on dialogical approaches to preventing social marginalization. Her research examines psychosocial mechanisms of youth exclusion through projects like Inside/Outside: strengthening students' responsibility for their own speech . She explores topics including group dynamics, democratic education, human rights practice, and transformative systemic interventions in educational settings. Ugland frequently presents at academic and public forums including Arendal Week, NAV conferences, and international symposia. Recent lectures address exclusion prevention, school-based democratization, masculinity studies, and controversial topic facilitation with youth. Awards and Recognition: Winner, Researcher Grand Prix regional final (2024) National Finalist, Researcher Grand Prix (2024) International Finalist, Forthem Researcher Grand Prix (2024) She coordinates with the Dialogical Practices research group and develops arts-based methodologies for human rights education. Her community engagement includes collaborations with municipal councils, career conferences, and cultural centers.

Anne OpsalView profile

Associate Professor

• Nursing Education
• Substance Use Disorders
• Clinical Nursing Practices
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Anne Opsal is an Associate Professor and Study Coordinator for the bachelor's nursing program at the University of Agder's Department of Health and Nursing Science. She holds a Doctorate from the University of Oslo and a Major in Nursing Science from the University of Bergen. With 19 years of clinical experience at Haukeland University Hospital and Sørlandet Hospital HF, she has worked as a nurse, unit manager, and researcher. She also serves as a Research Supervisor at Sørlandet Hospital HF's research unit. Her research focuses on nursing education, clinical training methods, substance use disorders, and healthcare quality improvement. Key projects include 'Improving Clinical Training for the Nurses of Tomorrow' (Encore) and contributions to the ProfHealth interdisciplinary research group. Her work bridges clinical practice and education, emphasizing blended learning and distance education strategies in nursing. Notable publications explore preoperative care optimization, patient experiences in addiction treatment, and evidence-based nursing practices. Her research often addresses gaps in healthcare delivery through systematic reviews and qualitative studies. She has collaborated with institutions like Sørlandet Hospital and the University of Oslo, contributing to both academic and clinical advancements in Norway.

John Arngrim HunnesView profile

Professor

• Economic History
• Business Ethics
• Sustainability
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John Arngrim Hunnes is a Professor of Economics at the University of Agder (UiA), affiliated with the Department of Economics and Finance within the School of Business and Law. He holds a PhD and MSc from the NHH Norwegian School of Economics. His research focuses on Economic History, Business Ethics, and Sustainability, with notable contributions to understanding financial crises, corporate sustainability transitions, and ethics in business education. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Hauge School of Management and serves on the Academic Committee for Business Ethics at the National Council of Higher Education in Business Administration. His work spans academic publications in Journal of Business Ethics , Financial History Review , and others, as well as popular articles in Norwegian media. He co-authored Financial Crises in a Historical Perspective (2016) and contributed to books on sustainability and ethics. Recognized for teaching excellence, he received UiA's award in 2018 and became an Excellent Teaching Practitioner in 2021. Hunnes' research emphasizes sustainability implementation challenges, organizational culture in business ethics, and historical lessons for modern economic policy. He leads initiatives at the Centre for Teaching and Learning (UiA PULS) and collaborates with the RIST research group on sustainable transitions. His op-eds address macroeconomic trends, interest rates, and Norway's petroleum policy dilemmas.

Brit Helene LyngstadView profile

Associate Professor

• French Literature
• Body Representation in Literature
• Mediterranean Culture
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Brit Helene Lyngstad is an Associate Professor of French Literature at the University of Agder (UiA), affiliated with the Department of Foreign Languages and Translation within the Faculty of Humanities and Education. She holds a Cand.philol from the University of Oslo (1990) and a PhD from UiO (2013). Her research focuses on French literature from the 17th to 21st centuries, with special emphasis on body representation in texts like Marie Cardinal's Les Mots pour le dire , speech functions in Victor Hugo's Les Misérables , and Mediterranean cultural themes. She coordinates French, Spanish, and German programs in teacher training and leads online French course development. Her work bridges literary analysis with interdisciplinary fields such as medical humanities and cultural studies. Notable publications include Multiple Mediterranean (2018 anthology) and The Body as Display (2015 monograph). She has served on the Franco-Norwegian Center board in Caen and contributed to UiA's quality assurance initiatives. Teaching responsibilities include French literature and practical language instruction across undergraduate programs. Recent research highlights include exploring grotesque aesthetics in Algerian contexts, modernist metamorphoses in contemporary fiction, and the role of literature in medical education. Her articles frequently appear in journals like Tidsskrift for kjønnsforskning and Edda , alongside public engagement through media like Forskning.no and Vårt Land .

Gunvor Skutlaberg AndresenView profile

Associate Professor

• Pediatrics
• Healthcare Education
• Clinical Supervision
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Gunvor Skutlaberg Andresen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Nursing Sciences at the University of Agder (UiA). Her primary affiliation is with UiA's Faculty of Health Sciences, though the specific school name is not explicitly stated. She has held academic roles at UiA since 1994 and maintains clinical ties with Sørlandets Hospital, Arendal, and Kristiansand's pediatric ward and neonatal intensive care unit. Her research focuses on pediatric nursing, clinical supervision models, and inter-institutional collaboration in healthcare education. Key research contributions include studies on clinical guidance during the COVID-19 pandemic, reflection-based learning strategies for nursing students, and integration of new nurses into clinical practice. She has authored textbooks like the 2006 Bachelor Nursing Curriculum and co-authored influential works on mentorship frameworks in healthcare practice. Her professional experience spans both academia and clinical practice, combining educational leadership with direct involvement in pediatric care settings. This dual focus drives her work on improving clinical training environments and fostering effective communication between educational institutions and healthcare providers.

Hans Christian Garmann JohnsenView profile

Professor

• Innovation Studies
• Philosophy of Science
• Regional Economics
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Hans Christian Garmann Johnsen is a Professor at the Department of Economics and Finance, School of Business and Law, University of Agder. He holds a Siv.øk. (Master of Science in Economics) from the Norwegian School of Economics, a cand. polit. (Master of Political Science) from the University of Bergen, and a Ph.D. from Copenhagen Business School. His academic roles include Visiting Professorships at Deusto University (Spain) and NTNU (Norway), as well as Senior Researcher at NORCE. He has been a visiting scholar at UC Berkeley, Cornell University, and Kingston University. His research focuses on innovation studies, workplace innovation, and the philosophy of science, with contributions to EU Horizon projects. Johnsen’s research emphasizes collaborative innovation, regional development, and the intersection of science and philosophy. He authored Science Meets Philosophy: What Makes Science Divided but Still Significant (Routledge, 2023) and co-edited volumes like Coping with the Future (Routledge, 2018). He serves as Managing Editor of the European Journal of Workplace Innovation and teaches philosophy of science courses. His recent publications explore topics like regional leadership, CSR evolution, and methodological approaches to future studies. He was awarded the Sørlandets Kompetansefonds Prize for Excellence in Research (2023). His work bridges theoretical and applied research, contributing to sustainability, innovation policy, and regional knowledge systems.

• Wildlife Ecology
• Predator-Prey Dynamics
• Carnivore Management
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Ane Eriksen is an Associate Professor at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology and the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management. Her research focuses on large carnivore ecology, predator-prey dynamics, and wildlife conservation in boreal ecosystems. Key research interests include wolf behavior, moose population dynamics, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife. She leads projects like CarniForeGraze and Elg i Endring , exploring grazing practices in carnivore habitats and moose migration patterns. Collaborations involve SKANDULV (Scandinavian Wolf Research) and GRENSEVILT (cross-border wildlife management). Her work integrates GPS tracking, accelerometer data, and ecological modeling to address conservation challenges. Recent studies investigate wind power development impacts on wolves, drone-based wildlife monitoring, and carnivore guild behavior around hunter-provided food sources. Publications span topics like wolf territory density effects on moose quotas, predator-prey interactions in boreal forests, and endangered species conservation strategies. Eriksen's interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, technology, and policy to advance sustainable wildlife management.

• Health Education
• Nursing Education
• Vocational Education
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Lucie Furulund is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Nursing at the University of Inland Norway's Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. She holds a master's degree in vocational education and has clinical experience in specialist health services, particularly in aging and elderly care. Her research focuses on educational innovation, including virtual reality (VR) technology in nursing education and palliative care training. She leads the Virtual Medicine Room project, which received the HINN Educational Quality Award in 2021 for its impact on educational quality. Furulund is also involved in developing digital training packages for palliative care and mentorship in healthcare. Education: Vocational educator with a master's in vocational education. Her 2010 thesis explored democratic learning strategies in health education. Professional Experience: Extensive teaching across health professional education levels, including nursing and vocational students. Key Projects: Collaborates with institutions on VR-based educational tools and palliative care training initiatives. She is the university's contact for digital mentorship and palliative care training programs funded by the Norwegian Directorate of Health. Research Interests: Innovations in healthcare education, simulation-based learning, student participation, and technology integration in teaching. She emphasizes practical skills development and patient safety through immersive technologies. Awards: Recognized for advancing educational quality through Virtual Medicine Room, a VR platform addressing medication errors and clinical training. Grants/Projects: Active in multiple educational innovation projects, including the HINN-funded Virtual Medicine Room and a 2018 VR professional development initiative. She contributed to the NSF e-health conference and presented at Nordic nursing education forums. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Virtual Medicine Room development team, collaborating with nursing students and tech partners to create immersive learning environments.

Lillian GranView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Education
• Educational Assessment
• Pedagogical Use of Digital Tools
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Lillian Gran is an Associate Professor at the Department of Education, University of Inland Norway. She specializes in digital education, educational assessment, and pedagogical use of digital tools. Her work emphasizes hybrid teaching, feedback mechanisms, and competence development in higher education. She holds a Master’s degree and PhD from Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, with a doctoral thesis on digital Bildung and identity work in schools (2020). Her research spans topics like digital bullying, sustainable assessment cultures, and teacher-student dynamics in digital environments. She collaborates with organizations like Fafo, Sell, and Sepu on projects such as the Erasmus+ Digi4EduSen initiative. Key roles include leading PhD supervision, developing academic writing courses, and administering the Education Quality Award. She co-founded the educational podcast series Profpedpodden. Gran’s career includes primary school teaching, principal roles, and extensive experience in educational technology implementation. Her work bridges theory and practice, focusing on digital competence in vocational training and higher education pedagogy.

Åsne Knutson de PresnoView profile

Associate Professor

• Nursing Education
• Mental Health Care
• Clinical Practice Simulation
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Åsne Knutson de Presno is an Associate Professor at the University of Agder's Department of Health and Nursing Science. Her research focuses on nursing education innovations, clinical practice preparedness, and simulation-based learning methodologies. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary professional health research through affiliations with ProfHealth and the SSPH research groups. Key research interests include clinical competency evaluation, ethical challenges in nursing practice, and the integration of technology (e.g., VR) in healthcare education. Her work emphasizes preparing nursing students for complex clinical scenarios through structured simulations and standardized patient interactions. Dr. de Presno has published extensively on topics such as dual-mentorship clinical supervision models, patient-centered documentation practices, and the role of virtual reality in mental health training. Her recent projects highlight the importance of clear guidelines for clinical performance and ethical decision-making frameworks in nursing curricula. She collaborates with institutions on curriculum development and practical training strategies, aiming to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world healthcare challenges. Her research often addresses gaps in nursing education systems and workforce preparedness for contemporary healthcare demands.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL)
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
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Anders Mørch is a Professor of Technology and Learning at the Department of Education, University of Oslo, and currently serves as Deputy Head and Head of Studies. His research focuses on human-computer interaction (HCI), computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL), and applied artificial intelligence (HCAI). He has led projects like 'Learning in the Age of Algorithms' and contributed to initiatives integrating Minecraft and makerspaces into teacher education. Mørch holds a Ph.D. in Informatics from the University of Oslo (1997) and has extensive international academic experience, including roles at the University of Colorado and University of Bergen. Education: Ph.D. (Dr.Scient) in Informatics, University of Oslo (1997) M.S. in Computer Science, University of Colorado, Boulder (1988) B.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering, UC Santa Barbara (1985) Research Interests: Design-based models of collaborative learning (e.g., evolving artifacts framework), interfaces supporting learning scaffolding, end-user development, and human-centered AI applications in education. His work emphasizes tools like EssayCritic (AI-based writing feedback) and Janus (block-based programming environments). Advising & Grants: Supervised 11 PhD students and 85 master’s students. Served as research coordinator for InterMedia (2008–2012) and co-directed the ICT & Learning at Work Research Cluster (2004–2010). Currently coordinates the KDL master’s program in communication, design, and learning. Labs/Teams: Active contributor to the Living and Learning in the Digital Age (LiDA) research group and involved in projects like Minecraft in Teacher Education and GT-Make.

Shiliang ZhangView profile

Research Fellow

• Smart Grid
• Transactive Energy Management
• Privacy Preservation
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Shiliang Zhang is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oslo working with the Networks and Distributed Systems research group. His research focuses on privacy preservation in smart grid and transactive energy management systems, including the Privacy preserving Transactive Energy Management (PriTEM) project. He teaches Energy Informatics and Artificial Intelligence for Energy Informatics courses while developing interactive visualization tools for Norwegian energy infrastructure. His primary research areas encompass Smart Grid systems, Transactive Energy Management, and Privacy Preservation through Differential Privacy techniques. He applies Artificial Intelligence and Energy Informatics to address renewable energy integration challenges, grid resilience, and autonomous navigation systems. Recent work explores bionic data-driven approaches for underwater navigation and anomaly-resistant control mechanisms. Publications from 2022-2025 reveal strong interdisciplinary focus on machine learning applications for energy systems and navigation. Key themes include privacy-preserving pricing schemes for smart grids, robust control under system uncertainties, and deep reinforcement learning for geomagnetic navigation. His work spans IEEE Transactions, SmartGridComm, and Mathematics journals with significant contributions to resilient energy infrastructure. No scientific awards were mentioned in available sources. Zhang has no listed advisees but actively contributes to the PriTEM project within Networks and Distributed Systems. His research leverages collaborations across energy informatics domains, evidenced by publications in high-impact venues and development of practical tools like Norway's energy consumption and solar panel distribution maps. He operates within the Networks and Distributed Systems research group, developing interactive visualizations for Norwegian energy infrastructure including municipal energy consumption (May 2025), Oslo's solar panel distribution (April 2025), and national power lines (May 2025). His work bridges theoretical control systems with real-world energy applications through the PriTEM project.

Han LamersView profile

Professor

• Classical Tradition
• Cultural History
• History of Scholarship
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Han Lamers is a Professor of Classics and Director of the Norwegian Institute in Rome at the University of Oslo's Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas. He holds a PhD from Leiden University and has held postdoctoral fellowships across Europe. His research focuses on classical tradition in early modern/modern Europe, history of scholarship, and the cultural uses of antiquity in Fascist Italy. Education: BA/MA Classics (Leiden), BA/MA Art History (KU Leuven), PhD in Classics (Leiden University, 2013). Research interests include classical reception studies, Greek heritage in European identity, and Latin literature under Fascism. He leads international projects like 'Greek Heritage in European Culture' (EU-funded) and 'New Signs of Antiquity' (Norway-funded). He has supervised multiple PhD students and edited journals such as Symbolae Osloenses . Teaching includes courses on classical tradition, Renaissance literature, and Latin texts from antiquity to Fascism. He coordinates research projects on Fascist uses of classical languages and collaborates with institutions like KU Leuven and the University of Groningen.