Non-linear Programming Professors and Supervisors in Norway

Jan Arve ØverliView profile

Professor

Norwegian University of Science And TechnologyNorway

Jan Arve Øverli is a Professor and Head of the Concrete group at the Department of Structural Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, Norway. His research focuses on concrete structures, particularly fatigue capacity, lightweight aggregate concrete, and structural behavior under various loading conditions. Professor Øverli's research interests include: Fatigue capacity of concrete structures, especially under partially loaded areas Lightweight aggregate concrete behavior and applications Structural performance of reinforced concrete elements Non-linear finite element analysis of concrete structures Durability and service life of concrete structures His recent publications (2021-2025) reveal a sophisticated research program that has evolved from traditional concrete mechanics to incorporate advanced computational methods and novel materials. Øverli has made significant contributions to understanding concrete fatigue mechanisms, particularly regarding partial area loading effects and environmental factors. His work increasingly integrates machine learning for predictive modeling and explores graphene-reinforced cementitious composites, demonstrating adaptability to emerging technologies while maintaining core expertise in structural concrete behavior. Professor Øverli has supervised numerous graduate students as evidenced by multiple master theses on concrete fatigue and structural behavior, and has established strong collaborative relationships with researchers like Jelena Zivkovic, Terje Kanstad, and Mohammad Afaghi. His industry collaborations, particularly with Det Norske Veritas (DNV), highlight the practical relevance of his research to real-world engineering challenges.

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Ketil RøedView profile

Professor

University of OsloNorway

Ketil Røed is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Oslo, specializing in electronics and radiation effects. His work focuses on FPGA and embedded systems development for high-energy physics experiments and space applications, with significant contributions to CERN's ALICE experiment and radiation testing methodologies. His research interests span FPGA and embedded system development , radiation effects in electronic components , irradiation testing methodologies , radiation physics , Monte Carlo radiation transport calculations , and instrumentation for high-energy physics and space applications . His expertise bridges theoretical radiation physics with practical electronics engineering, particularly in developing radiation-hardened systems for extreme environments like particle accelerators and space missions. Røed's scientific contributions include: Senior Fellowship at CERN Leiv Eiriksson Mobility Programme grant from The Research Council of Norway Active participation in major international collaborations (ALICE, RADSAGA, NorLHC) He serves as Study Programme Coordinator for Electronics, Informatics and Technology at UiO and contributes to educational initiatives like the CaNoRock program. His experimental work involves leading radiation testing projects and developing instrumentation for space missions including QB50 and NorSat-1. Current projects include the ALICE FoCal upgrade, G-CHASER rocket program, and RADSAGA Innovative Training Network focused on radiation effects in space and accelerator environments.

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Lena Kristin Bache-MathiesenView profile

Research Fellow

University of OsloNorway

Lena Kristin Bache-Mathiesen is a Research Fellow at the Department of Behavioral Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on monitoring and evaluating the learning environment to enhance educational quality for institutions and students. Education: PhD in Biostatistics from the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences Master's in Biology from the University of Oslo, conducted at the Center for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis Research Interests: Lena's research spans Statistics and analysis , Database , Computer research , Quality improvement and monitoring , and Research methodology . Her work applies advanced statistical techniques to sports medicine and health research, particularly addressing training load, injury risk modeling, and data integrity. Publications: Lena's recent articles emphasize methodological innovations in sports injury research, including non-linear modeling, handling missing data, and longitudinal analysis of athletic injuries. Key trends include the integration of biostatistics into sports science and the critique of traditional categorization of continuous variables. Projects: She contributes to the MonKeyMed project and collaborates with the Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center (OSTRC) , focusing on preventive programs for sports injuries and methodological rigor in training load studies.

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Erlend Sand AasView profile

Assistant Professor

Østfold University CollegeNorway

Erlend Sand Aas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Economics, Innovation and Society, Høyskolen i Østfold. His academic roles include teaching courses such as Financing and Investment, Mathematics for Economists, and Technology Management. He specializes in financial markets, housing economics, and digital transformation in finance. His research focuses on topics like mortgage financing risks, cryptocurrency evolution, portfolio optimization using machine learning, and signaling effects of corporate buybacks. Recent work includes analysis of non-linear mortgage supply dynamics and the psychological drivers of cryptocurrency market behavior. Publications span peer-reviewed journals like Journal of Housing Research and platforms like SSRN, demonstrating expertise in both theoretical and applied economics. No specific awards were mentioned in the provided texts. Erlend has held his position since at least 2019 and maintains active research collaborations, particularly with Trond Arne Borgersen on housing finance and financial market dynamics. His teaching spans economics, mathematics, and technology management across undergraduate and graduate programs.

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Jan Frederik VerwoertView profile

Professor

Oslo National Academy of the ArtsNorway

Jan Frederik Verwoert is a Professor of Art and Theory at the Academy of Fine Arts within the Oslo National Academy of the Arts. He concurrently teaches at the Piet Zwart Institute in Rotterdam and de Appel's curatorial program in Amsterdam. His research critically examines the intersections of feeling, movement, intuition, and perception within contemporary art and cultural theory, challenging systems of self-imposed performative pressure in creative and academic contexts. Verwoert’s work manifests through writing, curatorial projects, and pedagogical experimentation. Key publications include monographs on Bas Jan Ader and essay collections exploring art’s role in societal discourse. His recent research (2019–2022) focuses on embodied knowledge, decolonial pedagogy, and anti-capitalist art practices, evidenced in collaborative exhibitions and lecture series. As a contributing editor for frieze , his critiques appear in journals and anthologies worldwide. His academic activities include curating research dialogues like #Many souls Speak Through Bodies in Motion (2022) and lecturing on topics such as Unlearning Proprietary Methods of (Kn)ow(n)ing Thyself (2021).

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Hans Laszlo PecseliView profile

Researcher

University of OsloNorway

Hans Laszlo Pecseli is a Researcher at the Department of Physics , University of Oslo, specializing in plasma and space physics. His academic career spans multiple institutions, including the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) and the University of Aarhus, Denmark. Research Interests: Plasma physics Wave propagation Non-linear waves and turbulence Turbulent transport in plasma and the atmosphere Fluid mechanics Scientific Awards: Danish Physical Society's physics prize for 1989 (sponsor NKT) Academic Leadership: Group leader for the Plasma-Space Physics group (1994-1996, 2009-2012) Co-leader of the ''Turbulence in Plasmas and Fluids'' research group (2004-2005) Member of the Board of Physica Scripta (IOP Publishing) Member of the Danish Strategic Research Council Program Committee for Sustainable Energy and the Environment (2011-2015) Member of the Danish HC Ørsted Postdoc Program review panel (2014-2017) Collaborations: University of Tromsø Department of Biology, University of Bergen DTU, Lyngby, Denmark

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Jonas KolsrudView profile

Senior Lecturer

NHH Norwegian School of EconomicsNorway

Jonas Kolsrud is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Economics and Statistics , Linnaeus University , Sweden. His research focuses on consumption and saving behavior , public social insurance programs , and wage formation in the context of Sweden’s labor market. Key research themes include wealth taxation dynamics, unemployment insurance for non-standard workers, and the interplay between cognitive ability and income sources. Current projects analyze labor shortages, minimum wage impacts, and precautionary saving under business cycles. Publication trends highlight Sweden as a case study for OECD countries, with empirical analyses using registry data on wealth, firm ownership, and migration. His work spans public economics , labor market policy , and macroeconomic modeling .

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Trygve HelgakerView profile

Professor

University of OsloNorway

Trygve Helgaker is a Professor of Theoretical Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, University of Oslo, and serves as Director of the Hylleraas Centre for Quantum Molecular Sciences, a Norwegian Centre of Excellence with over sixty members. His research focuses on molecular electronic-structure theory and quantum chemistry, particularly the interaction of molecules with electromagnetic fields and molecular properties under extreme conditions. PhD in 1986 Sabbatical years at University of Cambridge and Durham University Member of the International Academy of Quantum Molecular Sciences Published over 300 articles with 34,000 citations (H-index: 86) Organized 13 international summer schools in theoretical chemistry His work spans high-accuracy methods for small molecules, density-functional theory, and molecules in ultra-strong magnetic fields. He has contributed to the development of computational programs and co-authored the standard textbook Molecular Electronic-Structure Theory . Helgaker has supervised 16 PhD students and held an ERC Advanced Grant (2011–2016). Scientific awards : ERC Advanced Grant Member, International Academy of Quantum Molecular Sciences He has been involved in projects like Chemistry Development of density-functional methods utilizing tensor densities and Molecular Noninteracting Kinetic Energy by Machine Learning , and actively contributes to computational quantum chemistry platforms such as the Dalton Project.

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