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Åsa Slotte is a researcher in the Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology, Department of Culture, History and Philosophy, with a PhD completed in 2008. Her work lies at the intersection of philosophy, medicine, and ethics, with a strong focus on the contextual and moral dimensions of illness and diagnosis. Research Interests: Her primary areas include Philosophy of Medicine, Medical Ethics, Philosophy of Language, Gender Studies, Eating Disorders, and Medical Humanities. She employs an interdisciplinary approach, integrating philosophy, psychology, psychiatry, and gender studies. Her recent publications reflect a blend of academic and public engagement, including a 2022 book Ur mammas mörker and contributions to Medical Humanities in Finland (2024). The works demonstrate a consistent focus on personal narratives, ethical critique of medical practices, and the philosophical implications of diagnoses—especially in relation to gender and mental health. Themes such as dehumanization in psychiatry, the role of family in illness, and autobiographical reflection recur across her recent articles. Scientific Activities: Co-organizer of the 'Medicinsk Humaniora' symposium (2023) Contributor to public discourse on migraine, Oliver Sacks, and existential philosophy Advising and Grants: While no formal students or grants are listed, her postdoctoral project on sexuality and diagnoses in men suggests ongoing research support. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and well-being. Labs and Teams: She collaborates within Nordic academic networks in Medical Humanities, indicating active participation in interdisciplinary research communities.

• Philosophy of Medicine
• Medical Ethics
• Philosophy of Language
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Camilla Kronqvist is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Culture, History and Philosophy at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Åbo Akademi University. She received her doctorate in philosophy from Åbo Akademi in 2008 with the thesis What We Talk About when We Talk About Love , which examined philosophical questions about emotions, identity, morality, and meaning through different ways of discussing love. Since her doctorate, she has worked as both a researcher and teacher in philosophy, and to some extent in university pedagogy, at Åbo Akademi University. Dr. Kronqvist's research focuses on the philosophy of love, Wittgenstein studies, ethics of sexual relationships, moral psychology, philosophy of emotions, and ordinary language philosophy. Her work explores how conversations about emotions help us understand their meaning and roles in our lives, with particular attention to moral certainty in intimate relationships. She has led significant research projects including Ethical Explorations: Rethinking Our Sexual Relations (2023-2026), Speaking of Love, Thinking with Wittgenstein (2019-), and Explorative Inquiries: Analytical Tools for Reflecting on Oneself, Others and the World in Kindergarten (2017-). Analysis of her 64 publications reveals a consistent trajectory connecting Wittgensteinian philosophy with contemporary ethical concerns, particularly regarding love, moral certainty, and intimate relationships. Her most recent works demonstrate increasing engagement with feminist philosophy and gender studies while maintaining her foundational focus on language and moral psychology. The publications show strong connections between emotional language, moral reasoning, and existential concerns in everyday life. Dr. Kronqvist serves as supervisor for multiple students including a master's thesis in philosophy, a master's thesis within the master's program Social exclusion, and doctoral theses for Salla Aldrin Salskov, Evelina Salo, and Christoffer Steffansson. During the academic year 2021-2022, she taught four courses in the minor subject Ethics in a Globalized World , as well as Social exclusion in a philosophical perspective , and examined Philosophical Aspects on Social Exclusion within the master's program Social exclusion.

• Philosophy of Love
• Wittgenstein Studies
• Ethics of Sexual Relationships
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Mikko Aaltonen is a researcher at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Social Sciences, serving as a Supervisor in the Doctoral Program in Social Sciences and as a visiting researcher. He maintains an active research profile with 131 research outputs documented across his career, spanning from 2007 to 2025. His research interests focus primarily on sociology, criminology, and demographics, with particular emphasis on criminal careers, recidivism patterns, employment trajectories of formerly incarcerated individuals, and victim-offender relationships. His work often utilizes register-based data and comparative approaches, particularly within Nordic contexts. His recent research output shows consistent productivity with publications in leading criminology journals including Criminology, British Journal of Criminology, and Crime & Delinquency. His 2025 publication in the Journal of Quantitative Criminology on industry-specific labor demand and recidivism represents his ongoing contribution to understanding the relationship between employment and reoffending. Aaltonen has led multiple significant research projects including CRIMCAR (Sociodemographic determinants of criminal careers in Finland 1987-2015), research on traffic fines and recidivism, and studies on event sequences in intimate partner violence against women. His work demonstrates a strong focus on empirical, data-driven criminological research with policy implications. His academic service includes extensive peer review activities for journals such as Acta Sociologica, Journal of Youth Studies, and Edilex, along with consulting work for the Ministry of Employment and the Economy on immigrant crime, particularly focusing on sexual offenses.

• Sociology
• Criminology
• Demographics
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Antu Sorainen is an Associate Professor in Gender Studies at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Arts, with a focus on the Department of Cultures. They are a Principal Investigator for the Academy of Finland Research Project CoreKin (2016-2020) and the Finnish Cultural Foundation-funded project on Protolesbian Life History (2019-2024). A Docent in Gender Studies since 2014, Sorainen is an Academy Research Fellow (2014-2019) and has held visiting roles at Keele University, University of Södertörn, and Birkbeck Law School. Their expertise spans queer kinship, inheritance law, gender studies, and criminology. Education: PhD in Women's Studies with minor in Criminal Law (University of Helsinki, 2005), MA in Cultural Anthropology (University of Helsinki, 1995), and Erasmus exchange at the University of Amsterdam. Research: Queer wills and inheritance, kinship margins, protoqueer history, non-normative families, and the politics of pedophilia. They lead international collaborations in the Nordic-Baltic region and the UK. Teaching: Supervises PhD/MA students in Gender Studies, Queer Theory, and Cultural Anthropology. Develops dialogical pedagogies integrating art and critical theory. Networks: Board member of The Finnish Society for Queer Studies, member of Law, Culture and the Humanities (US), and contributor to Allegra Lab. Recent publications analyze queer grief, Baltic kinship, and age gaps in lesbian relationships. They serve on editorial boards and organize international workshops on queer ethics and kinship.

• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• Kinship
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Liina Sointu is a Lecturer at Tampere University's Unit of Social Research. Her work focuses on care systems, aging populations, healthcare policies, and social welfare dynamics. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being (SDG 3), reduced inequalities (SDG 10), and sustainable cities (SDG 11). Her research explores caregiver violence, therapeutic culture in welfare systems, and the intersection of capitalism with healthcare. Recent studies analyze financialization of care, informal care networks, and policy impacts on vulnerable groups. Key publications include work on caregiver violence prevention, therapeutic culture critiques, and aging populations' neighborhood dynamics. She has been recognized with awards like the Tampere University societal impact prize (2019) and the Janus-palkinto (2014). Sointu actively reviews journals like International Journal of Health Planning and Management and Medical Humanities , and evaluates research proposals. She has supervised master's theses, including one on elderly care experiences in 2025.

• Social Policy
• Gerontology
• Healthcare Studies
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Eeva Harju is an active researcher at the University of Eastern Finland, contributing significantly to the fields of nursing, oncology, and men's health. Her work centers on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices, particularly focusing on prostate cancer care, physical activity in cancer patients, and health promotion. Her research interests include: Prostate cancer and androgen deprivation therapy Quality of life and psychosocial well-being in cancer patients Scoping and systematic reviews in health sciences Adolescent sexual health promotion in schools Nursing interventions in hospital settings Hidden and hard-to-reach populations in health research Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward evidence synthesis—particularly scoping reviews, umbrella reviews, and systematic reviews—aimed at guiding clinical practice and policy. These works span topics from preoperative physical activity in cancer patients to the effectiveness of nursing interventions and sexual health promotion among adolescents. Her scientific contributions have been recognized through active roles as a reviewer for journals such as Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences and Hoitotiede , and she has participated in numerous conferences and public talks. She has also supervised master's students and contributed to media discussions on cancer care and patient well-being. Notable activities include: Supervisor of master's students Reviewer for scientific journals Presenter at national and international conferences Media contributor on cancer and health topics Participant in academic governance and qualification processes (e.g., docent title) Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, particularly in advancing equitable and effective healthcare for vulnerable and aging populations.

• Nursing
• Oncology
• Prostate Cancer
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Mari Välimäki is a Visiting Researcher at the Faculty of Social Sciences (Department of History, Philosophy and Literary Studies) at Tampere University. She leads the project 'Professor's Household - The Royal Academy of Turku as a Family Network in the 17th Century' and works on the 'Biography as a method for early modern history' project. She holds a PhD from the University of Turku (2021) in Finnish History, focusing on premarital relationships and agency in 17th-century Swedish university towns. Her research expertise spans early modern history (particularly Sweden and Finland), gender history, university history, family history, legal history, and court records/paleography. She has edited theme numbers for Genos (2021) and Historisk Tidskrift för Finland (2019), and authored peer-reviewed articles on topics like family dynamics in legal cases, academic governance in Turku, and emotional expression among students in early modern universities. Her work frequently integrates legal records and gender analysis to explore social structures and agency in historical contexts. Dr. Välimäki chairs the Committee for the Network for Early Modern Research in Finland. Her publications reflect a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to understanding family networks, legal frameworks, and everyday life in early modern Scandinavia. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions to early modern studies and gender history are evident through her prolific publishing record and editorial roles.

• Early modern history
• Gender history
• University history
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Jan Antfolk is a Professor of Psychology at Åbo Akademi University, leading research in the Interpersonal Relations Research Group. His scholarly work spans multiple critical areas including sexual behavior, minority stress, legal psychology, and cross-cultural studies. With over 124 publications and numerous active research projects, Antfolk has established himself as a prominent researcher in psychological science with significant contributions to understanding human behavior across cultural contexts. Antfolk's research interests focus on several interconnected domains. His work on sexual behavior and orientation has examined how sexual minorities navigate asylum procedures in Finland, including studies on disclosure timing and credibility assessments. He has conducted extensive cross-cultural research on romantic love and mate preferences across 175 countries with over 117,000 participants. His legal psychology research investigates eyewitness testimony accuracy under various conditions, develops evidence-based training for asylum officials, and analyzes communication dynamics in official interviews. Additionally, he studies vaccine attitudes during the pandemic, postpartum depression, and mother-offspring conflict through multiple funded projects. Analysis of Antfolk's recent publications reveals a strong methodological diversity and international collaboration. His work frequently employs large-scale cross-cultural designs, experimental methodologies, and qualitative analysis of real-world procedures. The research shows consistent focus on applying psychological science to real-world legal and social issues, particularly regarding asylum procedures and credibility assessments. Distributing Knowledge in Legal Psychology (2020-2022) - Principal Investigator PPD-MOC: Postpartum Depression and Mother-Offspring Conflict (2019-2022) - Principal Investigator VaccAtt: Research on Vaccine Attitudes (2018-2023) - Co-Investigator Antfolk has supervised multiple students according to institutional records and collaborates extensively with researchers across numerous countries. His work demonstrates practical applications in legal settings, particularly in improving asylum procedures and eyewitness identification protocols in Finland, while also contributing to theoretical understanding of human behavior across cultures.

• Sexual Behavior
• Sex Differences
• Sexual Orientation
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Heli Korkka-Knuts is an Associate Professor of Criminal Law at Åbo Akademi University (since August 1, 2025) and previously served as a University Lecturer in criminal and procedural law at the Faculty of Law, University of Helsinki. She also holds the position of Docent (Adjunct Professor) in criminal law at the University of Turku and has been a Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Criminology and Criminal Policy. In early 2025, she was a Visiting Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Dr. Korkka-Knuts' research focuses on criminal law with particular emphasis on corporate environments and corporate sustainability. Her work explores how sanctioning frameworks can be designed to optimally incentivize ethical and sustainable corporate behavior. She investigates punitive mechanisms as tools of societal governance, examining the interface between criminal and administrative sanctions in the EU regulatory context. Her research bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical applications for corporate compliance and risk management. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on corporate criminal liability, particularly examining how corporations can be held accountable for human rights violations and sustainability failures. She has conducted significant empirical research on criminal convictions among executives of Finnish listed companies and their implications for corporate liability risks. Her work spans doctrinal analysis of criminal law principles, empirical studies of sanctioning practices, and normative evaluations of how legal frameworks could better promote ethical business conduct. Juridiska föreningens litteraturpris (December 14, 2023) Vuoden väittelijän palkinto (Award for the best doctoral dissertation) (2016) Dr. Korkka-Knuts actively supervises doctoral students and serves as pre-examiner for doctoral theses. She leads the SYSADMIN research project (2023-2027), funded by the Academy of Finland, which aims to develop a fairer and more coherent system of administrative sanctions. Additionally, she leads the #THRIVE project funded by the Emil Aaltonen Foundation, investigating the #MeToo movement as a turning point in the legal recognition of workplace sexual and gender-based harassment. Her research portfolio demonstrates significant grant acquisition success across multiple funding bodies, including the Academy of Finland, Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science, and the Finnish Cultural Foundation. She is actively engaged in scholarly community activities, serving on editorial boards (including Lakimies journal and Defensor Legis), participating in the Finnish board of Det nordiska juristmötet, and regularly contributing to academic conferences and workshops on criminal law and policy.

• Criminal Law
• Corporate Criminal Liability
• Corporate Sustainability
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Juho Halonen is a doctoral researcher at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Psychology and Logopedics. His research focuses on cognitive science and psychology, particularly in the domains of moral psychology, human-robot interaction, and emotional cognition. Education: Master of Arts in Cognitive Science (University of Helsinki) His research explores ethical dilemmas involving robots, emotional responses to technology, and trustworthiness of information. He has contributed to studies on nursing robots, sex robots, and mind upload technology, often examining the intersection of disgust, autonomy, and moral standards. Recent publications highlight trends in human-robot ethics, emotional cognition, and replicability of psychological phenomena. He participates in projects funded by the Research Council of Finland, including the WhiKnow initiative on cultural populism in European politics. Halonen is actively involved in academic activities, such as attending the Toulouse Summer School in Quantitative Social Sciences (2025). His work bridges experimental psychology with technological ethics, emphasizing societal implications of AI and robotics.

• Cognitive Science
• Psychology
• Moral Psychology
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Samuel Piha is a Docent and Associate Professor at the Turku School of Economics (University of Turku), specializing in Marketing with a focus on consumer research. He holds a D.Sc. (Econ) in Marketing from the University of Turku (2018) and dual M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Economic Geography (2014). His academic career includes roles as a permanent university teacher at UTU and assistant professor at the University of Vaasa (2019–2022), alongside research leadership in projects such as the LASKU initiative (2024–2026) funded by Liikesivistysrahasto. His research prioritizes consumer well-being, empowerment, and vulnerability, integrating evolutionary psychology and consumer culture. Key topics include crisis-driven consumption patterns, public transportation behavior, and the psychological impact of sexuality-related consumption. Methodologically, he employs surveys, mixed-methods, and theoretical frameworks. He actively engages in science communication through media contributions like Helsingin Sanomat and academic conferences. Teaching responsibilities include courses on consumer behavior (MA12), marketing communications (MA13), and advanced consumer research at both bachelor's and master's levels. He supervises theses across all academic levels and chairs the Finnish Association of Consumer Research. Notable projects include the LASKU project addressing consumer adaptation to economic crises, and prior work on insect-based food acceptance and wine consumer psychology. His interdisciplinary approach bridges behavioral sciences and cultural studies, emphasizing practical implications for policy and business.

• Consumer well-being
• Consumer empowerment
• Consumer vulnerability
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Lisbeth Fagerström is a Professor at the Faculty of Education and Welfare Studies , Åbo Akademi University , with expertise in Health Sciences . Her research focuses on elder care, digital health innovations, and nursing policy development. Research Highlights: Leading projects on home care staff sustainability and robot-assisted elderly training Key contributor to advance care planning for dementia patients Advancing Nordic nursing competency frameworks and education standards Recent Collaborations: Co-PI for sexual health after prostate cancer studies Co-developer of GERDA: Gerontological Regional Database Active in international nursing practice guideline initiatives 2024-2025 Projects: HemVårdsBoosten – Staff retention in home care Morgondagens vårdlärare – Teacher upskilling in healthcare RECAP – Academic career pathways for young researchers

• Nursing
• Gerontology
• Home Care
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Simon Johansson is an Assistant Professor at Johannelund College of Theology and affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology at the University of Turku, Finland, and the Polin Institute. His academic work lies at the intersection of biblical exegesis, pneumatology, and public theology. Assistant Professor, Johannelund College of Theology Department of Theology and Religious Studies Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology, University of Turku Polin Institute His research focuses on the theology of Luke-Acts, the Holy Spirit in early Christianity, Christology, and theological anthropology. He explores how biblical texts inform contemporary ethical and spiritual issues, particularly regarding human identity, conversion, and ecclesial life. His work combines rigorous exegetical analysis with engagement in public discourse. Simon Johansson's publications reflect a strong focus on pneumatology, particularly in Luke-Acts and John, as well as broader theological themes such as fear of God, celibacy, and the church's response to LGBTQ+ individuals. His recent writings blend scholarly depth with accessible public theology, often appearing in both academic journals and public forums like Dagen . The recurring themes include the nature of spiritual experience, biblical interpretation, and the relevance of ancient texts to modern ethical challenges. Scientific Awards: The 2020 Hebrew Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Biblical Hebrew Simon Johansson actively participates in academic and public theological discourse, delivering invited talks and conference presentations on topics such as the Holy Spirit, Christ in the Old Testament, and the relationship between faith and science. He is involved in organizing and contributing to theological conferences, indicating active academic mentorship and leadership. While no formal grants are listed, his consistent publication and speaking engagements suggest ongoing research support and scholarly recognition. He also contributes to public theological education and interfaith dialogue. Though no specific research lab or team is mentioned, Simon Johansson collaborates in academic networks, particularly in Nordic theological circles, and participates in interdisciplinary events such as the "Religion: Concealed and Revealed" conference. His work bridges academic theology and public engagement, positioning him as a significant voice in contemporary biblical and ethical discourse.

• Biblical Theology
• New Testament Studies
• Luke-Acts
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Sanna Aaltonen is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Turku , previously affiliated with the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Eastern Finland. Her research focuses on youth transitions, social class dynamics, and the intersection of language and identity, particularly in educational and welfare contexts. She leads projects like "Linguistic variation, social class and experiences on inequality in Eastern Finland" (2023-2025) and explores challenges in Finnish youth services through studies such as "Youth services at a crossroads" (2022-2023). Her scholarly work spans youth well-being, NEET populations, intergenerational relations, and gendered experiences of marginalization. She employs qualitative methods extensively, with fieldwork in welfare institutions and youth programs. Her recent publications analyze topics including participatory support mechanisms for vulnerable youth semantic struggles in NEET-focused services temporal shifts in sexual harassment narratives working-class identity in Finland . Awardee of no explicitly mentioned scientific honors, Aaltonen supervises doctoral dissertations and contributes to policy discussions on youth welfare and educational equity. She has authored 15+ refereed articles (2021-2025) on themes like alternative education models , mental health in marginalized youth , and cross-sector collaboration in social services .

• Sociology of Education
• Youth Studies
• Social Class
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Jaakko Santavuori is a doctoral researcher in the History and Cultural Heritage Doctoral Program at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Arts, Department of History. His work bridges historical analysis with interdisciplinary approaches from moral psychology and conceptual history. His research focuses on the historical evolution of incest prohibitions and sexual morality in early modern Finland (1600-1800), examining how societal attitudes toward forbidden kinship relationships transformed across centuries. Santavuori employs cognitive history methodologies to analyze archival materials from Swedish-era legal records, exploring intersections between divine law, familial structures, and marital institutions. His methodological approach integrates both quantitative and qualitative analysis of historical sources, including court records from the Riksarkivet in Stockholm and regional archives. Santavuori's work contributes to broader scholarly conversations about the changing nature of moral boundaries and social control mechanisms in pre-modern societies. Key Research Themes: Evolution of incest prohibitions, moral psychology of historical actors, conceptual history of kinship, legal anthropology of early modern Scandinavia Methodological Innovations: Application of cognitive history frameworks to legal archives, interdisciplinary synthesis of historical and psychological perspectives Santavuori actively participates in academic networks including the Network for Research on the Beginning of a New Era, contributing to multidisciplinary collaborations on early modern studies. His research has practical implications for understanding historical patterns of sexual violence and moral regulation.

• History
• Criminal History
• Moral Psychology
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