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• Multilingualism
• Language acquisition
• Kindergarten education
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Anna Sara Hexeberg Romøren is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education within the Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies. She serves as a Study Leader in area 5. Her research focuses on language development in young children, particularly in multilingual contexts, and how kindergartens can optimize linguistic and communicative resources. She leads projects like 'Talk: about language at the health center' (2025) and collaborates on international studies such as PolkaNorski and StarWords. Her teaching includes courses on language environments, language development, and multilingual education at bachelor and master levels. She contributed to developing a Udir-commissioned competence package for multilingual kindergarten environments. Key research interests span multilingualism, language acquisition, pragmatics, and prosody. She participates in research groups like 'Cultural diversity and multilingualism in a global perspective' and 'SAMBA' (Language and learning environment in kindergarten and school). Active projects include exploring family centers for immigrant families and health center language assessments for multilingual children. Her 83 dissemination activities highlight engagement with academic and practical audiences. Notable publications (17) and research reports (4) address topics like bilingual milestones, teacher training methods, and vocabulary assessment tools.

Dario GarigliottiView profile

Research Fellow

• Information Retrieval
• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
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Dario Garigliotti is a Research Fellow at the Department of Informatics, University of Bergen. His work focuses on information retrieval, natural language processing, and AI applications for structured/unstructured data integration. He has contributed to systems like EquinorQA for enterprise question answering and Nordlys for entity-oriented search. His research emphasizes explainability in AI, particularly with large language models (LLMs), and addresses challenges in entity retrieval, task-based search, and climate-related document analysis. His recent work explores RAG systems for SDG evidence identification and administrative text generation. He has collaborated with institutions like the University of Stavanger and Polytechnic University of Valencia, and his funding includes a Research Council of Norway grant (2022-2026).

Åshild SøftelandView profile

Associate Professor

• Nordic Linguistics
• Norwegian Didactics
• Pragmatics
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Åshild Søfteland is an Associate Professor at the Department of Language, Literature and Culture, Østfold University College (HiØ), where she also leads the Norwegian Section (2016–2021) and the Language Competencies thematic area within the ELLA research program. She holds a PhD from the University of Oslo (2014) on pragmatic, semantic, and syntactic analyses of Norwegian spontaneous speech. Her research focuses on Nordic linguistics, Norwegian didactics, second language acquisition, and dialectology with an emphasis on spoken language variation and grammar pedagogy. Education: PhD in Linguistics (UiO, 2014), Postdoc in pragmatic particles (NTNU, 2014–2017) Leadership roles: National Council for Nordic Language and Literature (2018–2019), Language Didactics Focus Area (SKuL, 2017–2018) Research interests span second language development in adult refugees (ALAN project, NFR-funded), pragmatic particles in dialects, and innovative grammar teaching methods using corpus linguistics. She teaches Norwegian/Nordic language courses for teacher education programs, emphasizing dialectology, multilingualism, and grammar pedagogy. Her work bridges linguistic theory and pedagogy, particularly in leveraging spoken language corpora for education. Key contributions include studies on American Norwegian syntax, dialect variation methodologies, and multilingual grammar instruction strategies. Notable projects include leading the ALAN project (2021–2025) investigating L2 acquisition among low-educated immigrants, and contributing to the NOT project on pragmatic particles. She has published extensively on syntax, pragmatics, and pedagogical applications of dialectology.

• Norwegian as a Second Language
• Multilingualism Pedagogy
• Grammar Didactics
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Linda Evenstad Emilsen is a Lecturer at the Department of Teacher Education, University College of Southeast Norway (HiØ). Her academic background includes a Master's in Nordic Languages (NTNU, 2014) and a PhD focusing on Norwegian as a Second Language (HiØ, completed 2021). She specializes in multilingualism pedagogy, second language acquisition, and morphosyntactic analysis of spontaneous speech. Her research emphasizes linguistic variation, heritage languages, and the challenges faced by learners with limited schooling backgrounds. Teaching Responsibilities: She teaches linguistic topics in Primary School Teacher Training programs (grades 1–7 and 5–10) and the Master's in Norwegian at School. Key subjects include Norwegian as a Second Language, Grammar Didactics, and Dialectology. Research Projects: Leads the ALAN project (Adult Acquisition of Norwegian as a Second Language), analyzing language development in learners with limited schooling. Collaborates on studies like 'Multilingual Upbringing and Education,' exploring pedagogical methodologies in multilingual contexts. Publications: Authored/co-authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and books, including works on SLA methodology, heritage language attrition, and textbook development. Recent publications focus on ethical research practices in second language acquisition and dialectal influences on language learning. Professional Service: Served as PhD student representative in HiØ's central R&D committee (2016–2020). Engages in interdisciplinary collaborations with institutions like the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and international scholars in linguistics and education. Labs/Teams: Active in the Language in the Individual and Society research group, contributing to corpus-based analyses of spontaneous speech and multilingual education policy initiatives.

Else Berit MoldeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Policy in Academia
• Norwegian as a Second Language
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Else Berit Molde is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bergen's Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies. Her research focuses on second language acquisition, Norwegian language education, and language policies in academic settings. She has led projects like NINjA (Norwegian in Academia), investigating language use among international researchers and educators. Key areas include attitudes toward language variation, pedagogical strategies for Norwegian as a second language, and the interplay between institutional policies and individual language choices. Her work spans qualitative studies on language attitudes, collaborative projects analyzing language proficiency needs in academia, and textbook development for Norwegian language learners. Notable publications include analyses of language choices in universities and the role of grammar in second language teaching. Molde frequently collaborates with institutions like Swansea University and the University of Tartu, presenting at international conferences on sociolinguistics and language pedagogy. Her contributions emphasize bridging theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly in multilingual academic environments.

Jena Habegger-ContiView profile

Professor

• Critical Multimodal Literacy
• Ethical Awareness in Education
• Intercultural Learning
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Dr. Jena Habegger-Conti is a Professor of English literature and culture at the Western Norway University of Applied Sciences in Bergen, Norway. She leads the Researching Teacher Education, Language and Literature (RETELL) research group and serves as Director of the Norwegian Study Centre at the University of York (2023-2025). Her work focuses on critical multimodal literacy, emphasizing ethical awareness and intercultural learning through multimodal texts like graphic novels, picturebooks, and films. Her research explores how visual, spatial, and sensory elements in texts foster intercultural understanding and ethical engagement. Key themes include refugee narratives, cultural imaginaries, and the role of aesthetic perception in education. She advocates for pedagogical approaches that integrate multimodal analysis to enhance intercultural dialogue and critical thinking. Recent publications include collaborative work on intercultural learning through photographs and analyses of refugee representation in graphic narratives. She is an editorial board member of the journal Children’s Literature in English Language Education , promoting accessible scholarly communication through diamond open access.

Andrew McKendryView profile

Associate Professor

• Literary and Cultural Studies in English
• British Literature (1650–1850)
• Disability Studies
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Dr. Andrew McKendry is an Associate Professor of English Literature at Nord University, leading the Humanities, Education & Culture Research Group. He holds a PhD from Queen’s University (Canada) and completed postdoctoral fellowships at Yale and McMaster Universities. His research focuses on 17th- and 18th-century British literature, particularly disability studies, religious dissent, and the conceptual history of justice. He teaches courses on environmental catastrophe, literary theory, and British literature. Key publications include Disavowing Disability (Cambridge, 2021) and numerous articles in journals like Eighteenth-Century Studies and Studies in Romanticism . Awards include the Maximillian E. Novak Prize and Canada Banting Fellowship. He supervises graduate students in English literature and teacher education programs. Education : PhD (Queen’s University, 2013), MA & BA (Western University, 2008/2007) Research : Examines Protestant dissent, disability in early modern thought, and environmental humanities. Leads research groups and chairs international conferences. Teaching : Courses include Literature and Environmental Catastrophe , Research and Writing , and British/American studies for teacher education. Grants : Recipient of SEA-EU and SSHRC grants for projects on energy transition and toleration narratives. Outreach : Co-founded the Bodø Literature Club for middle-school pupils and organizes public seminars on literature and crisis. His interdisciplinary work bridges literary analysis with pedagogy and public engagement, emphasizing slow reading and critical disability studies. Ongoing projects explore meritocracy’s origins and climate change’s representation in early modern texts.

Maja Henriette JensvollView profile

Researcher

• Educational Leadership
• Teacher Education
• Educational Policy
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Maja Henriette Jensvoll is a Researcher affiliated with Nord University, focusing on educational leadership, teacher training policies, and systemic challenges in Norwegian education. Her work critically examines institutional reforms, mergers in higher education, and the interplay between creativity, criticality, and pedagogical practice. Her research explores topics such as aesthetic learning processes in teacher education, the sociopolitical implications of educational policy reforms, and the professional development of educators through collaborative frameworks. She has contributed to international handbooks and peer-reviewed journals, addressing themes like adaptive education systems, humanities integration in curricula, and institutional mergers from teacher educators' perspectives. Jensvoll’s publications reflect a commitment to analyzing the human dimension of educational systems—balancing policy critiques with practical pedagogical innovations. While no formal awards are listed, her active engagement in public discourse (e.g., op-eds in Dagsavisen and Khrono ) underscores her role as a critical voice in Norwegian educational debates. Her advisory and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided texts, though her focus on cooperative learning and tacit knowledge transfer suggests involvement in professional development initiatives. No lab affiliations or team collaborations are explicitly mentioned.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Explainable AI
• Machine Learning
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Inga Strumke is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Technology and Informatics, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her work focuses on Artificial Intelligence , particularly in Explainable AI and Human-AI Collaboration , with applications in Healthcare and Ethics . She has published extensively on topics like algorithmic transparency, model interpretability, and societal impacts of AI. University: Norwegian University of Science and Technology Faculty: Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Email: contact-ailab@ntnu.no Her research spans Machine Learning , Deep Learning , and Data Privacy , often addressing Algorithmic Ethics and Technological Governance . Recent publications focus on explainable methods for medical diagnostics, ethical AI deployment, and societal implications of automation. She actively engages in public discourse through op-eds in major outlets like Aftenposten, advocating for responsible AI development and education. Her work includes collaborations with interdisciplinary teams in Biomedical Engineering and Policy Analysis .

Andreas BrandsæterView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistical Modeling
• Regression Analysis
• Programming in Mathematics Education
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Andreas Brandsæter is an Associate Professor at the Department of ICT and Natural Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), and holds a part-time position at Volda University College. His research bridges artificial intelligence , maritime technology , and mathematics education . Key interests include statistical modeling , explainable AI (XAI) , and integrating programming into mathematical learning . He explores how clusters in training data affect AI predictions and develops simulator-based frameworks for testing autonomous ship navigation. His recent work highlights trends in maritime autonomous systems and pedagogical strategies for enhancing mathematical competencies through coding. Though no scientific awards are listed, his PhD in Statistics and Data Science (University of Oslo, 2020) and Master’s in Mathematics Education (University of Oslo, 2011) underpin his interdisciplinary approach. Brandsæter actively engages the public through NKR media appearances on topics like AI ethics and education, advocating for critical understanding of language models' data dependencies. His projects, such as Programming for developing mathematical competencies , aim to align digital tools with curriculum goals.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Marine Environmental Monitoring
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Di Wu is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , affiliated with the Department of ICT and Natural Sciences and the Department of Language and Literature. Located at the Ålesund campus, Wu's academic work bridges computational methods with environmental and linguistic applications. Research interests include: AI-driven solutions for urban water supply systems Marine environmental monitoring through citizen science platforms Fluid simulation techniques Deep learning architectures Epidemiological modeling Financial data analysis Recent publications demonstrate expertise in computer vision, multi-source remote sensing analysis, and multimodal sentiment processing. Wu's work spans applications in medical diagnostics, environmental science, and industrial automation. Key projects include: PlastOPol marine litter monitoring system COSE ocean simulation environment Computational risk modeling for sustainable urban water supply

• Semantics
• Natural Language Processing
• Recommender Systems
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Jon Atle Gulla is the Director of NorwAI and a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on Semantics , Natural Language Processing , and their applications in Recommender Systems , Information Retrieval , and Text Analytics . He has contributed to Digitalization and AI-based Innovation in industrial contexts.

• Conversation Analysis
• Interactional Linguistics
• Multimodality
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Paweł Urbanik is an Associate Professor in the Department of Language and Literature at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on language in interaction, with particular emphasis on grammatical phenomena in conversations, multimodal communication, forensic linguistics, and second language pragmatics. Academic affiliation: Norwegian University of Science and Technology Department: Department of Language and Literature Email: pawel.urbanik@ntnu.no His research spans conversation analysis, interactional linguistics, and comparative grammar. Key areas include: Forensic linguistics (police interrogation of suspects) Multimodal interaction (physical and material resources) Second language pragmatics (Norwegian as L2 in context) Gesture-speech synchronization in conversational turns Request strategies across Polish and Norwegian Material-bodily actions in construction-site communication Recent publications analyze: Manual interventions in construction work Communication of legal rights to L2 suspects Directive speech acts in multilingual workplaces Negation and particles in interrogative requests Cultural politeness norms in Polish-Norwegian comparisons He has contributed to projects like: Formidling av rettigheter i politiavhør NorPol: Polish L2 communication in Norway ADIM: L3 acquisition modeling

• Audiology
• Phonetics
• Hearing Assessment
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Marte Kristine Lindseth is a Lecturer in Audiology at the Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). She specializes in audiological assessment and rehabilitation, with additional expertise in phonetics and music. Her work focuses on inclusive education, technology-driven learning, and student-active teaching methods. Education: Master in Phonetics (2010) - Thesis: "How do children with CI and normal hearing children imitate fundamental tone progression?" Bachelor of Audiology (2006) University College Candidate in Audiology (2001) - Project: "Norwegian speech audiometry" Music Undergraduate (1996) - Main instrument: Singing Research Interests: Her interdisciplinary research bridges audiology, phonetics, and music, particularly exploring electrophysiological hearing measurements in singers and musicians using speech stimuli. She advocates for universal design in learning and evidence-based clinical practices. Professional Roles: Safety Representative at Helgasetr for INB (2017–present) Deputy Chair, National Professional Body for Education and Research in Audiology and Optometry (UHR)

• Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE)
• Advanced Manufacturing Systems
• IoT and Industry 4.0
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Andrei Lobov is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Manufacturing, Faculty of Engineering at NTNU. His research focuses on Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE), advanced manufacturing systems, IoT integration, and robotics automation. He has extensive experience in developing ontology-based solutions for CAD integration, industrial robotics programming, and human-robot collaboration systems. His work emphasizes interoperability, sustainability, and digital thread implementation across engineering domains. Key research areas include parametric design automation, semantic web applications in engineering, and IoT-driven environmental systems. Recent projects involve optimizing warehouse systems using modular Petri nets, smart textile waste management, and AI-enhanced bearing condition monitoring. He has supervised doctoral research such as Yu Wang's thesis on acoustic emission-based bearing monitoring. Lobov actively publishes in journals like Advanced Engineering Informatics and The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. His work bridges theoretical KBE frameworks with practical industrial applications, contributing to both academic conferences (IEEE, AIP) and industry-focused forums. He has organized international conferences like the IEET series and presented at venues such as Nor-Fishing 2024 on digital twin applications in fisheries.