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• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Neurology
• Dementia Diseases
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Bjørn-Eivind Kirsebom serves as an Associate Professor II at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, specializing in clinical neuropsychology and neurology with a particular focus on dementia diseases. He holds the position of Head of the Dementia Disease Initiation (DDI) department in Tromsø, demonstrating his leadership in this critical research area. His research interests center on Alzheimer's disease, biomarker development, and regression-based norms for neuropsychological assessment. Dr. Kirsebom's work spans both clinical practice and research, contributing significantly to early diagnosis methods and monitoring of cognitive decline. His expertise in developing standardized cognitive testing protocols for Norwegian populations has been instrumental in establishing culturally appropriate diagnostic criteria. Analysis of Dr. Kirsebom's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on plasma biomarkers, particularly tau proteins, and their relationship to Alzheimer's disease progression. His research has explored the relationship between phosphorylated tau levels and cognitive impairment severity, blood-based biomarkers for early detection, and regression-based norms for cognitive testing that account for demographic variables. ResearchGate profile available ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1413-9578 Dr. Kirsebom actively collaborates with researchers across Norway and internationally, as evidenced by his numerous co-authored publications. His work bridges clinical practice and research, with practical implications for improving diagnostic accuracy and understanding disease progression in dementia. He contributes to multiple research projects focused on early detection of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, with particular attention to biomarker development and validation.

• Pediatric Neurodevelopment
• Neurology
• Child Development
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Jon Skranes is a Professor and Chief Physician specializing in pediatrics at NTNU. He holds positions as Senior Consultant at Sørlandet Hospital HF and Head of the Habilitation Service for Children and Adolescents (HABU). His roles include leading the Pediatric Brain Research group within the Agder Brain Circuit (ABCDE) research cluster and serving on the board of FASD Alliance in Europe. His work focuses on neurodevelopmental outcomes in preterm infants, cognitive deficits in pediatric populations, and neuroimaging applications in developmental medicine. Research interests emphasize brain structure-function relationships in children born preterm, including white matter development, cortical thickness trajectories, and long-term neurocognitive outcomes. He has pioneered studies on working memory training interventions for pediatric and elderly populations with cognitive impairments. Collaborations span institutions like Harvard Medical School and the University of Oslo, leveraging advanced neuroimaging techniques and genetic analyses. Publications (2016-2009) highlight work on neurodevelopmental origins of brain changes, preterm birth impacts on brain structure, and molecular genetics of cerebral palsy. His clinical contributions include establishing regional expertise centers for prenatal exposure disorders and evaluating digital health literacy tools for parents of sick children. Key roles: Research Group Leader, Clinical Neurologist, Academic Supervisor Research Foci: Prematurity effects, Neuroplasticity, Cognitive Rehabilitation Notable Projects: Memory Aid Study (working memory training), neonatal brain atlas development

Eli Renate GrünerView profile

Professor

• Medical Physics
• Neuroimaging
• Biomedical Engineering
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Eli Renate Grüner is a Professor at the University of Bergen's Department of Physics and Technology, with joint affiliations at Haukeland University Hospital. Her research focuses on advancing medical imaging techniques, particularly MRI-based methods for studying brain function, perfusion dynamics, and neurodegenerative disorders. She collaborates extensively with clinical researchers to translate imaging innovations into diagnostic applications. Grüner's interdisciplinary work bridges physics, neuroscience, and clinical medicine, developing analytical tools to quantify cerebral blood flow, neurotransmitter systems, and metabolic processes. Her neuroimaging research examines brain network dynamics, alcohol's effects on cognition, and pathological mechanisms in conditions like dementia and Tourette syndrome. Her publications demonstrate expertise in perfusion imaging algorithms, fMRI analysis, and spectroscopic methods. Recent work includes developing visualization tools for spectroscopy data and investigating network switching during cognitive processing.

• Sports Psychology
• Athlete Development
• Sleep Science
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Frode Moen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Education and Lifelong Learning at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on sports psychology, athlete development, and the interplay between sleep, stress, and performance in elite athletes. He has authored influential books such as Coaching Elite Junior Athletes and Hjernekraft: Mentale prosesser og mental trening , which explore mental training and coaching methodologies. His work examines burnout prevention among coaches, the role of the coach-athlete relationship, and the effects of sleep interventions on athletic performance. Key research areas include sleep patterns in endurance athletes, the impact of stress and coping strategies during crises like the pandemic, and the efficacy of coaching education programs. Moen collaborates extensively with colleagues like Jan Arvid Haugan and Maria Hrozanova, producing studies published in journals like Frontiers in Psychology and Sports . Publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, bridging sports science, psychology, and education. His findings contribute to optimizing athlete well-being, enhancing coaching practices, and understanding performance-related variables in competitive sports.

Silke Melanie GöbelView profile

Professor

• Mathematical Cognition
• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neural Correlates of Numerical Processing
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Silke Melanie Göbel is a Professor II at the Department of Special Needs Education, University of Oslo (since 2019) and an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology, University of York, UK (since 2015). She holds a DPhil in Experimental Psychology from the University of Oxford (2003), supervised by Professors Vincent Walsh and Matthew Rushworth. Her research focuses on mathematical cognition, including the neural correlates of numerical processing, developmental dyscalculia, and cross-linguistic influences on numerical skills. She leads the Numerical Cognition Lab at the University of York and directs the MSc course in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience. Her work employs methods like fMRI, EEG, and rTMS to investigate how cultural and linguistic factors shape numerical understanding. She has published widely on topics such as arithmetic development, language effects in number processing, and the cognitive foundations of mathematical difficulties. Her research highlights the interplay between education, language, and numerical competence. She has contributed to understanding how reading direction and number word structure influence counting and arithmetic. Key interests include identifying predictors of arithmetic fluency and examining the role of executive functions in mathematical learning. Her recent work addresses longitudinal studies of numerical development and interventions for mathematical learning disabilities. Dr. Göbel’s articles span cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, and education, emphasizing cross-cultural comparisons and translational research. She has co-authored textbooks like An Introduction to Mathematical Cognition and edited volumes exploring cultural and linguistic impacts on numerical cognition. Her projects, such as iSeeNumbers , investigate individual differences in numeracy development linked to motivation and well-being.

• Sports Psychology
• Athlete Burnout
• Mental Health in Sports
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Henrik Gustafsson is a Professor of Sports Science Research at Karlstad University , affiliated with the Department of Sport and Social Sciences . His research focuses on stress, recovery, and performance development in sports contexts, with specific emphasis on mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral approaches (CBT) , and fatigue in elite athletes . Current research explores burnout trajectories in adolescent athletes and spinal cord injury rehabilitation Key collaborations include experts in sports medicine, psychology, and education Research Interests cover: Athlete burnout and mental health Mindfulness applications in sports performance Psychophysiological stress markers Coach-athlete relationship dynamics Intervention sustainability and behavioral change Neurodiversity in athletic populations Recent publications analyze: Burnout prevention strategies Perfectionism in elite sports Psychosocial dropout predictors Rehabilitation through physical activity Cognitive interference under pressure Contact: henrik.gustafsson@kau.se

Carl ÅbergView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Governance
• Board of Directors
• Strategic Management
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Carl Åberg is an Associate Professor at the Department of Business, Strategy and Political Sciences at the University of South-Eastern Norway. He holds a Ph.D. in Management and Corporate Governance from Witten/Herdecke University and has nearly a decade of practical experience as a leadership and strategy consultant across diverse industries. Research areas: Corporate Governance, Board of Directors, Strategic Management, Dynamic Capabilities Teaching: Strategic Management, Research Methods in Social Science, Corporate Entrepreneurship (Bachelors and Masters level) Responsibilities: Program Coordinator for the Bachelor Program in Economics and Management in Kongsberg, member of the Research Group His research explores the intersection of formal and informal governance mechanisms in organizations, particularly focusing on family firms, socioemotional wealth, and the role of board diversity. Recent work examines digitalization's impact on corporate governance and the evolution of board service tasks in modern organizations. Carl's publications reveal a consistent focus on board dynamics and strategic leadership, with emerging interests in humanistic governance frameworks and socioemotional wealth in family businesses. His work combines theoretical rigor with practical insights from his consulting experience. He actively contributes to academic discourse through publications in top-tier journals and maintains professional connections through his LinkedIn profile. His research agenda addresses contemporary challenges in corporate governance and leadership development.

Tor EndestadView profile

Associate Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Brain Imaging Methodology
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Tor Endestad is an Associate Professor in Cognitive Psychology at the University of Oslo, specializing in Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging Methodology. He leads the Endestad Brain Imaging Group (EBIG) and serves as Head of the fMRI Laboratory at the Center for the Study of Human Cognition. His research focuses on visual information processing, attention, memory control mechanisms, and motor responses to conflicting stimuli. International collaborations with University of Regensburg (Germany) and University of California, Berkeley (USA) Key research areas: source memory, constructive perception, neural oscillations, and music-brain interactions Recent publications span topics like auditory stream encoding, musical sensibility genetics, and neuroimaging techniques. His work integrates fMRI, EEG, and fNIRS methodologies across cognitive and clinical domains. EBIG members include postdoctoral fellows and researchers from psychology, medicine, computer science, and linguistics disciplines. The group participates in UiO:Life Sciences initiatives.

• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Physical Medicine
• Stroke Rehabilitation
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Audny Gabriele Wagner Anke serves as Head of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Senior Consultant, and Professor II at the Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø. She is affiliated with both the Rheumatology and Rehabilitation research group and the Neuromuscular Diseases Research Group. Her research expertise spans multiple critical areas in rehabilitation medicine: Long-term stroke rehabilitation outcomes (particularly at 4-year follow-up) Traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury recovery Rehabilitation approaches for individuals with intellectual disabilities Chronic pain management, especially neck and back complaints Quality of life and functional outcomes following various injuries Professor Wagner Anke's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on longitudinal studies examining recovery trajectories over extended periods. Her work frequently bridges physical and cognitive rehabilitation domains, with growing interest in technology-assisted interventions like augmented reality exergames. She contributes significantly to large-scale registry studies such as the Norwegian Neck and Back Registry (NNRR) and international collaborations including the CENTER-TBI study. Her most notable research contributions address: Metacognitive factors influencing stroke recovery Barriers to physical activity for adults with intellectual disabilities Unmet rehabilitation needs in trauma populations Vocational rehabilitation and return-to-work outcomes Family-centered care following pediatric trauma As Head of Department, Professor Wagner Anke maintains active clinical responsibilities while leading research initiatives and mentoring junior researchers. Her interdisciplinary collaborations span multiple institutions in Norway and internationally, demonstrating her commitment to advancing rehabilitation science through evidence-based practice.

Siri Steffensen BratlieView profile

Research Fellow

• Bilingualism
• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Minority Children
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Dr. Siri Steffensen Bratlie is a Research Fellow at the Department of Education, University of Oslo, specializing in language development and learning disorders. Her research focuses on bilingualism, morphological knowledge acquisition, and interventions for language-minority students. Previously, she served as a pedagogical-psychological counselor and special needs teacher. Her research interests include: Bilingual language acquisition trajectories Morphological interventions for literacy development Socio-cognitive factors in language disorders Technology-enhanced learning for minority students Cross-linguistic transfer in reading development Educational background includes Master's in Special Needs Education and Norwegian as Second Language from University of Oslo, and teacher education from Bergen University College. Current projects include the Oslo Early Education Study investigating language development patterns in multilingual children and developing morphology-focused digital interventions.

• Aging
• Dementia
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Claudia Rodríguez-Aranda is a Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway within the department of Behavioral Neuroscience, Aging and Dementia. Her research focuses on the interplay between cognitive, motor, and sensory functions in aging populations, particularly in Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). She investigates topics like verbal fluency, gait analysis, white matter integrity, and dual-task performance using neuroimaging and psychomotor assessment techniques. Key research interests include: Semantic organization and verbal fluency deficits in dementia Cognitive-motor interactions in aging Neuroanatomical correlates of neurodegenerative diseases Effects of dual-task paradigms on gait and attention Respiratory patterns during speech production Her publications (2025–2009) consistently explore aging-related cognitive decline through interdisciplinary methods. Notable trends include longitudinal studies on psychomotor functions and white matter integrity’s role in gait stability. She collaborates widely with UiT’s Behavioral Neuroscience research group and leads projects like the “Longitudinal umbrella project: Psychomotor functions, cognition and brain status in normal aging and MCI.” Her work bridges clinical neuroscience and gerontology, with practical implications for fall prevention and dementia diagnosis through motor-cognitive biomarkers.

Kazuhiro OgataView profile

Professor

• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering
• Formal Methods
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Kazuhiro Ogata is a Professor in the School of Information Science at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST). He actively teaches courses such as i116 Basic of Programming, i217 Functional Programming, and i219 Software Design Methodology, indicating a strong commitment to computer science education and curriculum development. Institution: Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) School: School of Information Science Position: Professor Email: ogata@jaist.ac.jp Research Laboratory: http://www.jaist.ac.jp/~ogata/lab/ His research interests center on programming languages, software design methodology, formal methods, and compiler construction. He emphasizes formal verification using theorem proving and rewriting logic, particularly with tools like Maude. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical software engineering and education, focusing on correctness, design patterns, and language semantics. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on formal specification, verification of software systems, and educational tools for programming. His work spans functional programming, concurrent systems, and distributed algorithms, often using rewriting logic as a unifying framework. He integrates formal methods into both research and teaching, promoting rigorous software development practices. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Kazuhiro Ogata advises students through his laboratory at JAIST and has developed structured course materials that suggest active mentorship. While specific grant information is not available, his sustained research output and tool development imply ongoing project funding. He contributes to academic outreach through summer schools and educational frameworks. He leads a research laboratory focused on formal methods and programming language design, fostering a collaborative environment for students and researchers. The lab develops tools for teaching and verifying software systems, emphasizing correctness and educational impact.

• Psycholinguistics
• Bilingualism
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Jubin Aboutalebi is an Adjunct Professor (Professor II) in Linguistics at the Department of Language and Culture, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, located in Tromso. He specializes in psycholinguistics and cognitive neuroscience with a focus on bilingualism and multilingualism. His research explores the neurocognitive mechanisms of language processing, bilingual brain plasticity, and cognitive reserve across the lifespan. Key interests include: Neural correlates of bilingual language control Neuroplasticity in multilingual individuals Cognitive reserve enhancement through bilingualism Emotional processing in native vs. foreign languages Neuroimaging of language comprehension (fMRI, EEG) Aboutalebi's recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on bilingual cognition, with topics spanning neurodevelopmental effects of multilingualism, emotional interference in language processing, and the neuroprotective benefits of bilingualism in aging. His work frequently employs advanced neuroimaging methodologies to investigate brain-behavior relationships. He collaborates extensively with international researchers and contributes to projects through the Psycholinguistics of Language Representation (PoLaR) lab, C-LaBL, and AcqVA-Nor research groups.

• Embedded computer systems
• Real-time systems
• Technical cybernetics
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Kristian Muri Knausgård is a Lecturer at the Department of Engineering Sciences , University of Agder , Norway. He teaches courses in embedded systems, software development, and robotics. Current courses: MAS245 (Embedded Computer Systems), MAS417 (Software Development), MAS418 (Robotics Programming) Previous courses: MAS218 (Electrical Circuits), MAS234 (Embedded Systems) His research focuses on embedded systems , real-time systems , and technical cybernetics , with applications in artificial intelligence , computer vision , and systems engineering . He contributes to the university's research groups on Robotics and Automation and Systems Engineering and Modeling . Recent publications show a strong emphasis on: Autonomous systems (robotics, docking algorithms) Deep learning applications in marine ecology 3D reconstruction and computer vision techniques Fish detection/classification using neural networks Industrial automation for aquaponic systems His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementations in mechatronic systems and environmental monitoring.

Tobias BachView profile

Professor

• Comparative Public Administration
• Bureaucratic Politics
• Merit-based Recruitment
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Tobias Bach is a Professor at the Department of Political Science , University of Oslo, and Deputy Director of the institute since 2024. He leads the research group Politikk, byråkrati og organisasjon and is involved in projects like KODEM (a national data infrastructure for social scientists) and Comparative Research on the Executive Triangle in Europe (CoREx) . His work bridges academic research with public policy implementation. Education: PhD in Political Science (Dr. rer. pol.) from University of Potsdam (2013). Research Interests: Tobias Bach’s research focuses on the interplay between political control and bureaucratic autonomy, meritocratic vs. politicized appointments, organizational change in government, and public trust in regulatory agencies. His comparative approach spans Norway, Germany, and other European countries, often utilizing survey experiments and longitudinal analyses. Scientific Awards: Fellow at the Hertie School (2015). Circle U. Chair of Democracy (2021-2023). Lead role in establishing KODEM, a national data infrastructure for social scientists (2024). Selected Publications: His recent work examines the functional politicization of civil services, the competence and responsiveness of bureaucrats, and how organizational changes affect civil servant proactivity. These studies often involve cross-national collaborations and experimental designs. Grants & Collaborations: Bach has secured significant grants for infrastructure development (KODEM) and participates in networks like The Blind Spots of Public Bureaucracy and Norsk Forvaltningspanel , which enable experimental and comparative analyses of public administration.