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Anne H Schistad SolbergView profile

Professor

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Image Analysis
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Anne H Schistad Solberg is a Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. She leads research in digital signal processing and image analysis, with a focus on machine learning applications across multiple domains. As co-director of SFI Visual Intelligence, she oversees research on interpretable deep learning models, uncertainty quantification, contextual learning, and self-supervised learning approaches. Her research spans medical imaging (particularly cardiovascular ultrasound), environmental monitoring using satellite imagery, and seabed mapping with sonar technology. Professor Solberg's work demonstrates a consistent trajectory from foundational signal processing techniques to cutting-edge deep learning applications. Her recent publications show increasing specialization in medical image analysis, particularly in echocardiography enhancement and cardiac structure segmentation, while maintaining strong contributions to remote sensing and geophysical applications. She teaches several popular courses including IN2070, IN3310, and IN5400 (Machine Learning for Image Analysis), which is noted as the most popular master's/PhD course on deep learning at the University of Oslo. Professor Solberg serves as principal investigator for the Intelligent Cardiovascular Ultrasound Scanner (INCUS) project, collaborating with GE Vingmed Ultrasound to develop AI-enhanced cardiac imaging systems that improve diagnostic accuracy and productivity in echocardiography. Co-director of SFI Visual Intelligence research center Principal Investigator for the INCUS project (Intelligent Cardiovascular Ultrasound Scanner) Member of the Digital Signal Processing and Image Analysis (DSB) research group Member of the Strategic Research Initiative: Multimodal Medical Imaging and Image Analysis (MEDIMA) Her research group develops algorithms that address real-world challenges in medical diagnostics and environmental monitoring, with a particular emphasis on making deep learning models more interpretable and reliable for critical applications. The INCUS project, funded through User-driven Research-based Innovation (BIA), aims to reduce the time wasted during cardiac ultrasound examinations by implementing intelligent algorithms that learn from expert users and historical data.

Søren HolmView profile

Professor

• Medical Ethics
• Research Ethics
• Bioethics
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Søren Holm is a Professor at the Center for Medical Ethics , University of Oslo. His work spans medical ethics, bioethics, and research ethics , with a focus on artificial intelligence in healthcare, pandemic ethics, and organ transplantation . Primary Affiliation: University of Oslo, Faculty of Medicine Research Themes: AI diagnostics, informed consent, research integrity, end-of-life ethics Key Collaborations: Thomas Ploug, Bjørn Hofmann, Daniel Warrington Recent Publications (2023-2025) analyze ethical challenges in AI-driven healthcare regulation, pandemic research ethics, and data governance . Notable topics include contestable AI diagnostics , equipoise in clinical trials , and conflict of interest disclosure . Contact: Email via soren.holm@medisin.uio.no . No scientific awards or student advisement details explicitly mentioned in the scraped text.

Sissel Merete Finholt-PedersenView profile

Researcher

• Care Ethics
• Professional Identity
• Relational Work
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Sissel Merete Finholt-Pedersen is externally affiliated with the University of Stavanger (UiS), Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Care and Ethics. She is a postdoctoral researcher on the QUALITECH project, funded by the Research Council of Norway, focusing on care ethics in technology-mediated healthcare. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. from Roskilde University and a theological degree from the Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society, with additional studies in psychology from the University of Oslo. Her research centers on professional identity, relational work, care ethics, and psycho-social analysis . She explores how professionals in care and theology construct their identities through life experiences, societal relations, and institutional contexts. Her interdisciplinary approach draws from qualitative methodologies, psychoanalytic theory, and cultural studies to examine subjective experiences within professional roles. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on ethics in elderly care, digitalization in health services, and infant user participation . Her work frequently investigates how economic rationality, technology, and policy shape care practices and professional self-understanding. She applies depth-hermeneutical and qualitative methods to uncover underlying psychosocial dynamics in professional and caregiving relationships. Scientific Contributions: Active member of the International Research Group for Psycho-Societal Analysis Involved in the project Give the children a better start Researcher on infant voice and user participation in early life Published in journals such as Qualitative Studies , Journal of Psychosocial Studies , and Tidsskrift for kjønnsforskning She has contributed to advising through collaborative research and presentations within the QUALITECH project. While no formal students are listed, she plays a mentoring role in qualitative research and interdisciplinary ethics. She has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. Her work is supported by research grants from the Research Council of Norway and institutional funding at UiS. She is involved in the QUALITECH research team and collaborates with scholars across disciplines on topics including professional development, ethical challenges in training, and user participation in vulnerable populations. Her work bridges theology, psychology, nursing, and ethics, contributing to a holistic understanding of care in modern society.

• Participatory Design
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Assistive Technologies
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Suhas Govind Joshi is an Associate Professor in Information Systems Design at the University of Oslo's Department of Informatics. His work focuses on participatory design approaches, particularly with marginalized user groups including elderly populations and people with disabilities. He is an active member of the Information Systems Design (DESIGN) research group and has contributed significantly to the fields of Human-Computer Interaction and Assistive Technologies. Dr. Joshi's research centers on creating inclusive design methodologies that prioritize user capabilities rather than limitations. His work explores how embodied experiences, tangible interfaces, and material-based design can enhance accessibility and user experience for diverse populations. He has made significant contributions to understanding how older adults interact with technology, challenging common assumptions about their psychomotor abilities with touchscreens. His recent work bridges participatory design with artificial intelligence, examining how AI technologies can be co-designed with end users. Analysis of Dr. Joshi's publication record reveals a consistent focus on participatory design methodologies with vulnerable populations across multiple domains including healthcare technology, educational technology, and public sector digitalization. A distinctive thread throughout his research is the paradigm shift from designing for disabilities to designing for capacities, emphasizing user strengths rather than limitations. Dr. Joshi has been involved in several significant research projects including CORPUS (New competence requirements in the public sector), PUD (Podcast and Universal Design), and UD(X)=?. His collaborative work with researchers like Tone Bratteteig, Heidi Bråthen, and Maja van der Velden demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections within the Human-Computer Interaction field. As part of the Information Systems Design research group at the University of Oslo, Dr. Joshi contributes to a vibrant community focused on user-centered approaches to technology design. His innovative methodology using social workers as proxies for people with intellectual disabilities has gained recognition in the participatory design community for enabling meaningful inclusion of previously underserved populations in the design process.

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Interaction Design
• User-Centered Design
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Dag Svanæs is a Professor of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) at NTNU’s Department of Computer and Information Science. His research focuses on embodied interaction, emphasizing the physical, bodily, and social dimensions of human-computer interaction. He developed a usability laboratory for simulating multi-user, multi-device scenarios, particularly in healthcare contexts. His theoretical framework draws heavily from Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s phenomenology, exploring how perception and action shape interaction. Education: PhD in HCI from NTNU (2000). His research areas include interaction design, user-centered methods, and healthcare IT systems design. Key projects include the UNITY-Things IoT framework and exergame development for balance training in seniors. Research Highlights: Svanæs pioneered participatory design methodologies in healthcare IT, emphasizing end-user involvement through role-play and prototyping. His work on pandemic policy critiques and lockdown strategies demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration between HCI and public health. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles in venues like Computer Supported Cooperative Work , Frontiers in Computer Science , and IEEE Transactions . Recent work addresses exergame design, pandemic response systems, and embodied interaction theory. Grants & Labs: Built NTNU’s Health Informatics Usability and Design Lab. Collaborates with academic and healthcare institutions on projects like the NSEP (Norwegian Center for Electronic Patient Records).

• Human-Centered Design
• Design for and with Children
• Service Design
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Marikken Høiseth serves as Associate Professor at the Department of Design within NTNU's Faculty of Architecture and Design. Her academic work bridges design theory and practical healthcare applications, with emphasis on vulnerable user groups. Education: PhD in Industrial Design, NTNU (2014) MSc in Industrial Design Engineering, NTNU (2007) BSc in Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology (2004) Research Focus: Her work centers on human-centered design methodologies applied to healthcare contexts. Key areas include design for and with children in medical settings, meaning-making processes during product interactions, and co-design approaches for service innovation. She integrates social semiotics to analyze user experiences in healthcare design, particularly focusing on adolescent oral health and elderly digital service adoption. Her projects consistently address health equity through participatory design frameworks that amplify marginalized voices. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal three dominant trajectories: 1) Oral health promotion for adolescents through co-designed interventions, 2) Digital health service innovation for elderly users emphasizing accessibility barriers, and 3) Application of hope theory in healthcare design. These threads converge in her focus on emotional dimensions of user experience within clinical contexts. Scientific Awards: No awards were documented in available sources. Grant Leadership: She directs multiple Norwegian Research Council (NFR) projects including #Care4YoungTeeth Preventive dentistry for youth Serious game development for school refusal Municipal welfare technology implementation Collaborative Frameworks: Her research operates through interdisciplinary partnerships with dental clinics, municipal health services, and educational institutions. Current initiatives like the Cluster for Co-creative Service Design and Innovation (CCSDI) facilitate knowledge exchange between designers, healthcare providers, and end-users.

• Mathematics Education
• Inclusive Research
• Digital Competence
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Francesca Granone is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Stavanger, affiliated with the Faculty of Educational Sciences and Humanities and the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Material Science and a teaching license from the University of Genoa, supplemented by specialized pedagogy training at Kristiania University and Associaciòn Educar. In 2025, she received the 'Meritert Underviser' award for innovative and inclusive mathematics teaching. Her research focuses on: Mathematics didactics in early childhood education Inclusive research methodologies involving co-researchers with disabilities Digital competence development through coding toys (DiCoTe project) Physics education via activity cards Early intervention strategies (e.g., 'Tidlig Innsats' project) She leads the IRiMaD research group, pioneering inclusive research in mathematics education with collaborators including Glenn Knudsen and Mia Johansen. Her publications (2021-2025) emphasize technology-mediated learning, teacher strategies for inclusive play, and spatial/dialogical approaches in mathematics. Trends show consistent focus on bridging digital tools, disability inclusion, and early cognitive development. Awards: Meritert Underviser (2025) Grants & Projects: DiCoTe (Research Council of Norway): Professional digital competence in coding toys VERDI/INKODE (Stiftelsen Dam): Inclusive mathematics resources IRiMaD: Inclusive research in mathematics didactics Tidlig Innsats (KS): Risk identification in early childhood She collaborates extensively with ECEC practitioners in Norway/Italy and co-designs resources with end-users.

Mikhail BarashView profile

Associate Professor

• Software Language Engineering
• Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs)
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) Frameworks
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Mikhail Barash is an Associate Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen. His research focuses on software language engineering, domain-specific languages (DSLs), and graphical user interface (GUI) frameworks. He explores innovative approaches to DSL design, including spreadsheet-based workbenches and reusable GUI structures. His work emphasizes user involvement in language standardization, such as in ECMAScript/JavaScript evolution. He also investigates formal methods for GUI abstraction and constraint-based systems. Barash collaborates with industry and academia, notably through the Magnolia programming language ecosystem and teaching experiences with JetBrains' MPS tooling. His contributions span over 20 peer-reviewed publications in top conferences like ACM SIGPLAN and IEEE. Key research areas include declarative GUI manipulation, language workbench democratization, and legacy grammar modernization. He has presented at venues such as the International Symposium on Formal Methods and contributes to frameworks like Event-B IDE development. His work bridges theoretical advances with practical tooling, aiming to make language engineering accessible to broader audiences.

• Sociology
• Welfare State Studies
• Digitalization and Governance
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Gunhild Tøndel is an Associate Professor in general sociology at the Department of Sociology and Political Science, Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her academic journey at NTNU includes earning her PhD from the Department of Sociology and Political Science in 2014, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the Department of Interdisciplinary Cultural Studies from 2014 to 2017. Until summer 2025, she has held several leadership positions including subject group leader for sociology, study program leader for ÅSOS/BSOS/MSOS, and coordinator for the department's specialization within MORG (Organization, society, and change). Her educational background includes: PhD in Sociology and Political Science from NTNU (2014) Master's degree in Sociology (implied from her master's thesis "Diagnoser og forhandling. DRG-systemets interaksjon med den medisinske diagnosesettingen" from 2006) Tøndel's research moves at the intersection of welfare, technology, and knowledge production, with particular focus on digitalization, governance, aging, and life within health and care services. She has maintained a longitudinal research interest in governance technologies and their relationship to knowledge formation within public services, primarily examining the welfare state-citizen relationship. Her work frequently employs qualitative research methods to explore how datafication, metrics, and technological solutions transform public service delivery, particularly in healthcare contexts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on how digital technologies reshape care practices, governance mechanisms, and professional work in welfare services. Her research increasingly examines the implementation challenges of welfare technology, particularly social robots for elderly care, while critically analyzing how quality measurement systems transform healthcare work. A recurring theme across her work is the examination of how quantitative metrics and datafication processes alter professional practices and citizen experiences within the welfare state. Professor Tøndel has been actively involved in several major research projects funded by the Research Council of Norway: CRIMKNOW - Digitalization and privatized knowledge regimes in criminal policy (2023-2027) AUTOWORK - Workers in transition through automation, digitalization and robotization (2020-2026) MASQ - Measuring quality: Exceeding the limitations of quality management in municipal health and care services (2020-2024) She has extensive teaching experience across all study levels, covering qualitative methods, project design, sociological theory, health sociology, and microsociology. Her educational contributions include co-authoring textbooks on bachelor thesis writing and research methods, reflecting her commitment to student development and academic supervision. Tøndel's research takes place at the intersection of several important societal developments, particularly examining how digital transformation affects welfare state institutions and citizen experiences. Her work provides critical insights into the implementation challenges of technological solutions in care contexts, with particular attention to how measurement systems and datafication processes reshape professional work and service delivery.

• 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.

• Sustainability
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Behavior
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Professor Casper Boks leads sustainability research at NTNU's Department of Design, Faculty of Architecture and Design. His current work examines societal narratives affecting sustainable behavior through projects like 'Design and Shame' (exploring negative emotions in behavior change) and EU-funded 'SCORE' (developing circular economy education for youth). With a PhD in Industrial Design Engineering from Delft University, his 20+ year research trajectory spans sustainable product innovation, electronics end-of-life management, and design for sustainable behavior. He has supervised 15+ PhD students on topics ranging from circular business models to edible insect product design. Former leadership roles: Head of Department (2013-2017) and Vice Dean for Research & Innovation Collaborates extensively with industry (Philips, Electrolux) on sustainable design implementation Affiliated with NTNU's Industrial Ecology program

Frode StrislandView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Technology
• Wearable Sensors
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Roles and Affiliations: Frode Strisland is an Associate Professor (part-time) at the University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Department of Electronics within the Institute of Physics. He specializes in biomedical instrumentation, focusing on wearable sensors for continuous monitoring of physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, and activity levels in non-hospital settings. His work emphasizes telemedicine and improving healthcare continuity for patients with chronic conditions or disabilities. Education: He holds a Civilingeniør (1994) and Dr. Ing. (1998) in Physics from NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology). Prior to his academic role, he worked at SINTEF as a researcher, contributing to medical device development. Research Interests: His research centers on wearable medical technologies, including non-invasive vital sign monitoring, telehealth solutions, and user-centered medical device design. He leads the Oslo Bioimpedance and Medical Technology Group, collaborating on projects like the ESUMS mobile monitoring system for rehabilitation patients. Key Contributions: Notable projects include developing wearable sensors for pain detection in non-verbal individuals, continuous blood pressure monitoring via pulse transit time, and portable EEG systems for traumatic brain injury diagnostics. His work bridges engineering and clinical needs, prioritizing accessibility and patient-centric care. Grants and Labs: Active in interdisciplinary research, his team focuses on advancing medical technology for home-based and ambulatory care through grants and collaborations with healthcare institutions.

Korbinian BöslView profile

Researcher

• Data Management
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
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Korbinian Bösl is a Researcher affiliated with the Computational Biology Unit at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen . His work focuses on Research Data Management (RDM) within national infrastructures like ELIXIR Norway and Centre for Digital Life Norway , where he coordinates workshops, trains data stewards, and contributes to FAIR data policy development. Roles: Data Management Coordinator, ELIXIR Norway Helpdesk member, RDMkit editorial board, Software Carpentry instructor Education: PhD in Biomedicine from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2019) Research interests include FAIR data principles , multiomics analysis of host-pathogen interactions , and proteogenomics in life sciences. His 15 most recent publications (2018-2024) demonstrate expertise in RDM practices across Norwegian research infrastructures, with specific contributions to data stewardship training , metadata standards , and software integration in projects like BioMedData. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, Bösl has led critical infrastructure reports including Life Sciences DSW Knowledge Model and easyDMP integration studies . He provides RDM education through courses CCBIO906 and BT8121, and participates in the BioMedData and ELIXIR Norway consortia.

• Cybersecurity
• Critical Infrastructure Security
• Emergency Management
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Fabien Enzo Daho Sechi serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Information and Communication Technology at the University of Agder, specializing in cybersecurity frameworks for critical national infrastructure and emergency management systems through the Centre for Integrated Emergency Management (CIEM) research group. His research spans cybersecurity for operational technology convergence, social robotics security in public domains, and industrial control systems protection. Key interests include developing integrated security strategies for IT/OT environments, analyzing vulnerabilities in human-robot interactions, and creating practical security assessment methodologies using standards like ISO 27002. His work bridges theoretical security models with real-world emergency response scenarios. Publications from 2019-2023 reveal consistent focus on systematic literature reviews and mapping studies addressing cybersecurity gaps in critical infrastructure. Dominant themes include IT/OT convergence challenges, social robot security implications, and security communication frameworks, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches combining software engineering, risk management, and human factors analysis. As an active member of the Communications and System Security research group, Sechi contributes to cybersecurity center development initiatives and explores serious games for security training, emphasizing organizational needs and end-user perspectives in cyber defense strategies.

• Relational Work
• Professional Ethics
• Care Ethics
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Ellen Ramvi is a full-time Professor at the Department of Caring and Ethics , Faculty of Health Sciences , University of Stavanger. Since 2007, she has led the Professional Relations in Welfare Professions research group. Research Interests: Focuses on relational work, care ethics, and emotional dynamics in healthcare. Currently leading the Caring Futures (QUALITECH) project (2020–2024) to develop care ethics for technology-mediated practices. Methodological Contributions: Co-developed the Visual Matrix , a psycho-social approach to studying end-of-life experiences and implicit care dynamics. Key Research Trends include: Integrating care ethics with digital health Exploring emotional labor in multicultural caregiving Examining institutional constraints on relational work Advancing visual methods for existential research Collaborative Networks: Active in the Death: Emotions, Relations & Constructions (DERC) Nordic network, International Research Group for Psycho-Societal Analysis , and Association for Psychosocial Studies .