Find Academic Supervisors

Kjetil SundeView profile

Professor

• Emergency Medicine
• Intensive Care Medicine
• Cardiac Arrest Management
• +7 more

Kjetil Sunde is a Professor at the Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine , Oslo University Hospital and University of Oslo. With a career spanning over three decades, his research focuses on emergency medicine , post-resuscitation care , and traumatic brain injuries . He has led groundbreaking work in cardiac arrest management , including therapeutic hypothermia and targeted temperature management . Certified MD (1991), PhD (1999), and specialist in anesthesiology/intensive care (2000) Professor since 2009; Chief Physician at Ullevål University Hospital since 2000 His research combines clinical trials (RCTs), registry studies , and porcine animal models to explore myocardial injury , cerebral perfusion , and long-term outcomes for cardiac arrest survivors. Recent projects analyze mild hypercapnia effects and social media's role in ICU guideline adherence . He has collaborated internationally through the European Resuscitation Council (Co-Chair, 2006-2010) and European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (Chair, 2016-2019). Awards include the NAKOS Research Price (2007) , Norwegian Society of Anesthesiology Research Price (2011) , and ACTA Lecture (2019) . Key publications in Resuscitation , Critical Care Medicine , and Lancet Neurology Focus on neurological prognostication , acute kidney injury , and post-ICU psychological sequelae

• Maritime Safety
• Deep Learning
• Anomaly Detection
• +3 more

Dogan Altan serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Simula Research Laboratory within the Department of Validation Intelligence for Autonomous Software Systems. His research focuses on developing artificial intelligence solutions for maritime safety and operational efficiency, leveraging advanced machine learning techniques to address complex vessel navigation and performance challenges. His primary research interests include maritime anomaly detection, vessel traffic prediction, and physics-informed neural modeling for shaft power optimization. Altan specializes in integrating sensor data, passage plans, and environmental features into deep learning frameworks to enhance predictive accuracy in maritime contexts. Key methodologies involve transfer learning, trajectory segmentation, and multi-stream anomaly identification systems applicable to both vessel operations and robotic manipulation. Analysis of his publication trends reveals a consistent focus on transforming maritime domain knowledge into robust AI frameworks. Recent work demonstrates innovation in temporal graph analysis for port classification, transformer-based waypoint detection, and physics-guided hybrid models that bridge engineering principles with neural network architectures. His contributions span theoretical algorithm development and practical implementations validated through real-world maritime datasets.

• Aging
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• DNA Repair
• +4 more

Professor Hilde Nilsen is affiliated with the Department of Clinical Molecular Biology at the University of Oslo and Akershus University Hospital. Her research focuses on the intersection of DNA repair, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases using Caenorhabditis elegans models, with additional work in precision oncology and mitochondrial biology. Education: MSc in Biochemical Engineering PhD from Norwegian University of Science and Technology Post-doctoral training with Nobel laureate Tomas Lindahl Her research explores how DNA repair mechanisms drive neurodegeneration and aging, combining genetic approaches with multi-level phenotyping. Key areas include mitochondrial dysfunction, RNA quality control, and the role of NAD+ in aging and disease. She developed the first C. elegans laboratory in Norway and reconstituted Base Excision Repair on nucleosomal substrates. Recent publications highlight her work in precision oncology, Parkinson's disease, DNA glycosylases, and mitophagy. She investigates aging-related cancer mechanisms, biomarker development, and interventions like nicotinamide riboside. Scientific contributions include: Establishing C. elegans models for neurodegeneration Defining roles of RNA repair enzymes Investigating NAD+ in longevity and mitochondrial health As a supervisor, she leads projects on bioscience modeling of brain aging. Her work integrates national and international collaborations, including Norway–UK aging research initiatives.

Maths HalstensenView profile

Professor

• Chemometrics
• Acoustic Chemometrics
• Process Analytical Technology
• +4 more

Professor Maths Halstensen is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Electrical Engineering, Information Technology and Cybernetics at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN), Faculty of Technology, Natural Sciences and Maritime Sciences, Campus Porsgrunn. With a career spanning over two decades since his 2002 PhD, he has established himself as a leading expert in chemometrics and process analytical technology, maintaining continuous research output through 2019 with significant contributions to industrial monitoring systems. His academic journey includes: PhD in Acoustic Chemometrics from NTNU (2002) MSc in Process Automation from Telemark University College (1997) BSc in Industrial Electronics from Gjøvik University College (1995) Professor Halstensen's research program centers on developing multivariate data analysis techniques for industrial process monitoring, with particular emphasis on: Acoustic chemometrics for multiphase flow characterization CO2 capture process optimization using spectroscopic methods Real-time monitoring of scale deposition in pipelines Multivariate regression modeling for energy and process prediction Raman and NIR spectroscopy applications in industrial settings His work bridges theoretical chemometrics with practical industrial implementations, focusing on solutions for metallurgy, chemical processing, and carbon capture sectors. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on carbon capture technologies (60% of recent work), particularly equilibrium measurements in ammonia-CO2 systems and real-time monitoring of absorption processes. His research demonstrates consistent application of multivariate modeling to solve industrial challenges, with strong emphasis on sensor development and practical implementation. Key methodological contributions include acoustic chemometric approaches for velocity measurement and novel calibration techniques for complex industrial mixtures. As leader of the ACRG Laboratory, Professor Halstensen directs research in: Acoustic sensor development for industrial environments Spectroscopic monitoring system integration Multivariate data analysis for process optimization Real-time control system implementation His teaching encompasses BSc, MSc, and PhD levels with focus on practical engineering skills. The research group benefits from institutional support through USN's strategic focus on 'Energy, climate and the environment,' with likely connections to Research Council of Norway funding and EU research programs. Professor Halstensen maintains active industry collaborations through his applied research on process monitoring solutions for energy-intensive industries.

• Soil Biology
• Crop Productivity
• Sustainable Agriculture
• +4 more

Hesam Mousavi is an Associate Professor in Soil Biology and Crop Productivity at the University of Inland Norway , affiliated with the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology and the Department of Agricultural Sciences . His research focuses on sustainable plant production and soil management, particularly under environmental stress conditions like drought, salinity, and pathogenic factors. Key research areas include: Soil-plant interactions Nutrient turnover and uptake Crop stress tolerance mechanisms Climate change adaptation strategies Organic fertilizer dynamics Recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in: Applying machine learning for wheat yield prediction Evaluating plasma-treated agricultural inputs Developing climate-resilient crop systems Investigating soil fauna responses to novel fertilizers Advancing salt-tolerant wheat breeding Scientific contributions include Norway's representation in COST Action CA22144 - Sustainable use of salt-affected lands (SUSTAIN) , and participation in multidisciplinary agricultural research projects like MUSA - Mushrooms for Sustainable Agriculture .

Loreta RapushiView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Empirical Capital Markets
• Corporate Financial Reporting
• +4 more

Loreta Rapushi is an Associate Professor at BI Norwegian Business School's Department of Finance in Bergen. She holds a PhD from the Norwegian School of Economics (2020) and an MSc in Quantitative Finance from Bocconi University (2012). Her research focuses on empirical corporate finance, particularly capital market dynamics and financial reporting practices. Research interests center on: Market timing mechanisms in equity-debt restructurings Corporate decision-making under creditor influence Earnings management strategies during financing events Regulatory and litigation impacts on corporate social responsibility Her publication output shows consistent focus on capital structure decisions, with recent work examining leverage recapitulization patterns and earnings management techniques. Methodologically, she employs empirical finance approaches using market data and regulatory filings. She maintains active research collaborations as evidenced by co-authored publications in journals like the Journal of Empirical Finance and presentations at academic conferences internationally.

Axel MüllerView profile

Professor

• Mineralogy
• Petrology
• Granite and Pegmatite Research
• +5 more

Professor Axel Müller serves as Research Group Leader for the Norwegian Center for Mineralogy (NORMIN) at the Natural History Museum, University of Oslo. His academic career spans industry, government geological surveys, and academia, with current focus on mineralogy and petrology of granites and pegmatites. Müller maintains dual affiliations as External Researcher at the Natural History Museum of London since 2012. Professor of Mineralogy, University of Oslo (2015-present) Research Group Leader, NORMIN External Researcher, Natural History Museum London (2012-present) Associate Editor, Journal of Geochemical Exploration Scientific Associate, Natural History Museum London Professor Müller's research centers on genetic mineralogy, particularly quartz chemistry in pegmatite systems, with applications for solar cells and microchip production. His work bridges fundamental mineral science and industrial applications, focusing on rare-metal (Li, Sn, W, Nb, Ta, REE) and industrial mineral deposits. Current projects emphasize exploration for critical raw materials essential to the energy transition. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in top geoscience journals, with recent work (2023-2025) focusing on pegmatite exploration techniques, quartz chemistry, and machine learning applications in mineral deposit identification. Müller leads the significant EU-funded GREENPEG project developing tools for locating buried pegmatite deposits containing lithium and high-purity quartz. Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) Society for Geology Applied to Mineral Deposits (SGA) Mineralogical Society of UK and Ireland Leibniz-Sozietät der Wissenschaften zu Berlin Professor Müller actively supervises graduate students through the University of Oslo, with research opportunities connected to NORMIN's analytical facilities and international collaborations. His GREENPEG project provides substantial funding for PhD and postdoctoral positions focused on critical raw materials exploration. The research group maintains strong industry partnerships with mineral exploration companies and geological surveys across Europe. NORMIN serves as Norway's national hub for mineralogical research, housing advanced analytical equipment and the Mars Sample Return Analogue Sample Library (MSR ASL). Müller's group conducts fieldwork across Norwegian pegmatite provinces and European lithium deposits, with recent work in Austria's Wolfsberg deposit and Norway's Tysfjord region.

• Midwifery
• Labor Progression
• De-medicalization of Childbirth
• +3 more

Rebecka Dalbye serves as an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Health Sciences within the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion. She holds dual appointments as program coordinator for the Masters Program in Midwifery and as a researcher at Østfold Hospital's Womens Clinic. Her institutional roles include Head of Studies for Area of Responsibility 1 and principal investigator for major clinical trials. Dr. Dalbye earned her PhD from OsloMet in 2019, followed by a Master's degree in Reproductive and Perinatal Health from the University of Gothenburg (2010). Her academic journey reflects a specialized focus on evidence-based obstetric care and midwifery science. Her research primarily investigates labor progression dynamics and the de-medicalization of childbirth, with particular emphasis on reducing unnecessary interventions during normal birth processes. Current projects include the Norwegian WHO Labour Care Guide trial (NORWELCG) as principal investigator, the LISTEN project on fetal monitoring in low-risk pregnancies, and research on long-term postpartum anal incontinence following obstetric anal sphincter injuries. Her work consistently addresses the tension between evidence-based practice and routine over-medicalization in obstetric care. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in optimizing labor management through evidence-based guidelines. Her research demonstrates methodological rigor through large-scale randomized controlled trials (including the Lancet-published LAPS study involving over 7000 women) and focuses on measurable outcomes including cesarean section rates, perineal trauma, and women's childbirth experiences. The Norwegian WHO Labour Care Guide trial represents her current flagship project evaluating WHO recommendations within Norway's healthcare context. As an educator, Dalbye mentors midwifery students and leads the Masters Program in Midwifery at OsloMet. Her clinical research directly informs educational practices, bridging the gap between academic theory and clinical application in maternal healthcare. Her research activities are organized through OsloMet's Midwifery Sciences research group, collaborating with major Norwegian hospitals including Østfold Hospital Trust. These interdisciplinary teams integrate clinical practice, academic research, and educational development to advance evidence-based maternity care across the Norwegian healthcare system.