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Sylvi Marlen Sandvik is a Researcher at the Faculty of Technology and Science , University of Agder. Her work focuses on alpine ecology, plant biology, and climate change impacts, with extensive publications spanning 2000-2024. PhD in Scientific Seminar (Dr. Scient Cand real) Email: sylvi.m.sandvik@uia.no Phone: +47 38141341 | Mobile: +4748155784 Research Highlights: Dr. Sandvik specializes in alpine plant responses to climate change, including: Thermal thresholds for embryo growth in Conopodium majus (2024) Nitrogen-fixing legumes' impact on alpine ecosystems (2013) Long-term warming effects on snowbed vegetation (2004, 2014) Reproductive costs in Parnassia palustris under warming (2008-2010) Recent Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed works from 2000–2024, including Annals of Botany (2024), Global Change Biology (2013), and Oikos (2001). Key journals: Arctic, Antarctic and Alpine Research , Environmental and Experimental Botany , Nordic Journal of Botany .

• Alpine plants
• Alpine ecology
• Botany
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Leif Egil Loe is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Natural Resource Management at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. His research specializes in Arctic wildlife ecology and conservation, particularly focusing on ungulate behavior and climate change impacts. Research encompasses: Reindeer ecology in Arctic ecosystems Climate change adaptation in ungulates Wildlife health and parasitology Conservation genetics Publications feature advanced methodologies: Long-term population monitoring GPS tracking and movement analysis Gut microbiome sequencing Experimental stress physiology Genomic approaches

• Wildlife Ecology
• Arctic Biology
• Conservation Biology
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Camilla Kielland is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, within the Section for Outpatient Clinic and Herd Medicine. Her work integrates research and teaching in animal welfare and herd medicine, with a focus on improving health, welfare, and productivity in livestock systems, particularly in dairy cattle and swine. Her research interests span a wide range of topics including animal welfare assessment, epidemiology of livestock diseases, neonatal survival in piglets and lambs, respiratory diseases in pigs, and the impact of farm design on animal health. She employs advanced statistical methods and field studies to investigate risk factors and develop practical solutions for farmers and veterinarians. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in veterinary epidemiology, animal welfare science, and precision livestock farming. Her work frequently addresses practical challenges in Norwegian farming systems, with recurring themes in biosecurity, colostrum management, neonatal mortality, and farmer attitudes toward animal welfare. The research spans species including cattle, pigs, sheep, reindeer, horses, and dogs, demonstrating a broad yet integrated approach to herd health. Camilla Kielland has led significant research projects such as Grisefine Lunger (respiratory diseases in pigs) and Kutrivsel (cow and farmer well-being), indicating active grant acquisition and project leadership. While no formal awards are listed, her sustained research output and leadership roles underscore her impact in the field. She teaches veterinary students in outpatient clinic settings and epidemiology, contributing to the education of future veterinarians. Her work often involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and national stakeholders, reflecting a commitment to applied veterinary science and knowledge transfer to practitioners and farmers.

• Animal Welfare
• Herd Medicine
• Veterinary Epidemiology
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Morten Tryland is a Professor in One Health and Infection Biology at the University of Inland Norway's Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology , specializing in the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management at Campus Evenstad. With over 30 years of research experience, he focuses on zoonoses and infectious diseases in Arctic wildlife, particularly semi-domesticated reindeer. Key research areas: Zoonotic diseases, One Health, Arctic wildlife pathology Active projects: Reindeer health, climate change impacts, disease prevention Research Trends (2025–2020): Morten Tryland's publications demonstrate a sustained focus on Arctic zoonoses, including Tuberculosis in South Sudan, Bovine TB in Norway, and Parapoxvirus studies. His work spans viral pathogen surveillance in reindeer, seals, and Arctic foxes, with methodologies including serology, NGS, and cross-sectional analyses. Recurring themes include climate change impacts on disease ecology, human-wildlife interactions, and One Health policy development. Scientific Contributions: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles (2016–2025) Editor of "Arctic One Health: Challenges for Northern Animals and People" (2022) Key collaborations with international virology teams Current affiliations include the One Health research group and active participation in Arctic disease surveillance networks. His work integrates traditional ecological knowledge with modern diagnostic techniques to address climate-sensitive infections.

• Zoonoses
• Infectious Diseases in Wildlife
• One Health
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Eirik Aasmo Finne is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Norwegian College of Fisheries Science, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His research focuses on Arctic ecosystems, lichen ecology, climate change impacts, and vegetation-climate interactions. Email: eirik.a.finne@uit.no Research Interests: He investigates how Arctic vegetation (especially lichens and mosses) responds to climate change, quantifies albedo variations in northern ecosystems, and applies remote sensing/AI for biomass assessment. His work bridges ecological monitoring with climate policy and reindeer herding sustainability. Recent Publications: Highlights include studies on lichen tolerance to winter warming, Arctic land use-climate linkages, and transdisciplinary approaches for ecosystem governance. Most articles focus on climate regulation, vegetation dynamics, and albedo feedback.

• Lichen ecology
• Climate change impacts on Arctic ecosystems
• Albedo dynamics
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Lars Folkow is a Professor of Animal Physiology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, leading the Arctic Chronobiology & Physiology (ACP) research group. He specializes in physiological adaptations of Arctic and marine animals, particularly focusing on thermal regulation, hypoxia tolerance in diving mammals, and ecological impacts of environmental changes. His work integrates field studies, laboratory experiments, and advanced molecular techniques to understand survival mechanisms in extreme environments. Research interests encompass the functional morphology of Arctic fauna (e.g., reindeer, seals, ptarmigans), circadian rhythms, and the physiological basis of seasonal adaptations. Notable studies include investigations into respiratory adaptations in seals, brain hypoxia tolerance in deep-diving species, and the impact of climate change on Arctic ecosystems. Recent publications highlight innovations in DNA metabarcoding for diet analysis, thermal modeling of nasal turbinates, and ACE2 receptor distribution in wildlife. His research also addresses practical applications, such as pharmacokinetics of veterinary drugs in reindeer and disease ecology of Arctic pathogens. As a Person with Special Control Responsibility (PMSK) for UiT’s laboratory animal facility #089, Folkow oversees ethical and technical standards in animal research. His contributions bridge fundamental physiology with applied conservation and veterinary challenges in the Arctic.

• Animal Physiology
• Arctic Biology
• Marine Mammal Physiology
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Nicholas Tyler is an Associate Professor at the Center for Sami Studies, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, focusing on Arctic ecology, reindeer physiology, and climate change impacts on indigenous pastoralism. His work integrates environmental science with physiological mechanisms in high-latitude mammals. Key research areas include photoperiod-driven behavior in ungulates, ultraviolet vision adaptations, and social-ecological resilience in Saami reindeer husbandry. His recent publications (2024) analyze energetic status-reproduction links, dental growth patterns, and polar photoreception. Collaborations span climate scientists, anatomists, and conservation biologists, with notable co-authors like David Hazlerigg and Karl-Arne Stokkan. His work appears in journals such as Scientific Reports , Functional Ecology , and Conservation Biology , emphasizing human-environment coupling in Arctic systems.

• Arctic Ecology
• Reindeer Physiology
• Climate Change Impact on Indigenous Pastoralism
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Kari Anne Braathen is a Professor at the Institute of Urbanism and Landscape Architecture , Oslo School of Architecture and Design, specializing in Arctic and boreal ecosystems. Her work integrates ecology, climate change impacts, and vegetation dynamics. Current Affiliation : Oslo School of Architecture and Design Research Focus : Herbivory effects, climate change, tundra ecosystems, soil-plant interactions Methods : Ancient DNA analysis, NIRS (near-infrared spectroscopy), experimental ecology Her research explores how herbivores (reindeer, geese, rodents) and climate drivers shape Arctic vegetation composition and ecosystem functions. Key themes include niche construction , biotic homogenization , and allelopathic plant interactions . She contributes to global soil fungal diversity understanding through the Global Soil Mycobiome consortium . Recent article trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining sedaDNA for Holocene vegetation reconstruction, NIRS for rapid chemical analysis, and large-scale herbivore exclusion experiments . These studies span topics from Empetrum nigrum allelopathy to climate-driven shifts in reindeer pasture quality. She collaborates extensively with researchers like Maria Wilhelmina Tuomi, Claire Armstrong, and Peter Heintzman, contributing to journals such as Ecography , Nature Communications , and Science Advances .

• Arctic Ecology
• Plant-Herbivore Interactions
• Climate Change Impact on Ecosystems
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Per Medbøe Thorsby is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Biochemistry at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. He is medically responsible for the Hormone Laboratory at Aker Hospital, Oslo University Hospital, and actively engaged in clinical and research activities in endocrinology and metabolism. Research Interests: Diagnosis and management of endocrine diseases Diabetes and metabolic disorders Adrenal, thyroid, and pediatric endocrinology Gynecological endocrinology Anti-doping in sports Vitamin D and bone health Steroid hormone analysis using LC-MS/MS His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong focus on endocrinology, clinical biochemistry, and metabolic health. Key themes include: Development and validation of advanced analytical methods (LC-MS/MS) for steroid and thyroid hormone measurement Investigations into vitamin D metabolism in pregnancy, children, and metabolic disease Cardiovascular and neurological effects of anabolic steroid use Autoimmune aspects of narcolepsy and related disorders Bone health in diabetes and rare metabolic conditions Scientific Awards and Recognition: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Course manager for laboratory courses in endocrinology since 2008 Teaches continuing medical education for doctors in diabetes and hormonal disorders Lectures for bioengineer students Leader of the 'Biochemical endocrinology and metabolism research group' at Oslo University Hospital Reviewer for multiple international journals since 2006 Expert for Norwegian Medicines Agency and EMA (2013–2020) Labs and Research Groups: Hormone Laboratory, Aker Hospital / Oslo University Hospital Biochemical Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Group, OUS

• Endocrinology
• Diabetes
• Hormone Diagnostics
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Javier Sanchez Romano is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Medical Biology, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His primary role involves studying the antiviral immune functions of liver sinusoidal endothelial cells (LSECs) through the SECVIR project. He collaborates on multiple initiatives, including the NORHED II project (2021–2026), addressing climate change and infectious diseases in Uganda/South Sudan, and an NFR project investigating reindeer supplementary feeding impacts. His research spans infection biology, virology, and One Health, with a focus on Arctic and circumpolar health challenges. Key interests include zoonotic pathogens, reindeer health, and vector-borne diseases. Teaching responsibilities include MBI-2104 (Medical Microbiology) and MBI-3014 (Infection, Inflammation, and Immunity). Recent publications highlight studies on brucellosis transmission dynamics in Uganda, tuberculosis management in South Sudan, and LSEC-mediated viral clearance mechanisms. His work on reindeer health includes investigations into keratoconjunctivitis, tick-borne encephalitis, and the impact of climate change on Arctic herding practices. Javier has secured grants for developing a One Health master’s course and has contributed to projects analyzing reindeer herding sustainability and disease ecology. He is affiliated with the Vascular Biology research group and actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Infection Biology
• Virology
• One Health
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Anett Kristin Larsen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medical Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her research focuses on liver physiology, infection biology, and host-microbe interactions, particularly the role of liver sinusoidal endothelial cells in pathogen elimination. She teaches pharmacology and veterinary microbiology to biomedical, dental, medical, and pharmacy students. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral research at the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science and UiT’s Arctic Infection Biology group. Key research projects include SECVIR, investigating virus elimination by liver endothelial cells, and studies on Brucella infections in marine mammals and fish immune responses to environmental stressors. Publications highlight liver scavenger cell functions, viral infection mechanisms, and the impact of pesticides on aquatic organisms. Her work bridges veterinary, medical, and environmental sciences, with a focus on Arctic wildlife and One Health perspectives. Supervision of students spans bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD levels in infection biology and biomedical fields. Lab affiliations include the Vascular Biology research group and collaborations on projects like SECVIR. She actively engages in science communication, including educational tools like the interactive 'Smittedetektiven' for public outreach.

• Liver Physiology
• Infection Biology
• Host-Microbe Interactions
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Irja Ida Ratikainen is Researcher and Associate Professor at the Department of Biology , Faculty of Natural Sciences , Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , Trondheim, Norway. She is affiliated with the Centre for Biodiversity Dynamics (CBD) , an NTNU centre of excellence, and is an elected member of The Young Academy of Norway . Education M.Sc. 2005 – University of Oslo, Center for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES): roe deer habitat selection. Ph.D. 2012 – NTNU, Department of Biology: behavioural ecology in variable environments, focusing on the common (Siberian) jay. Research Interests Her work integrates behavioural ecology, evolutionary ecology and conservation biology to understand how organisms cope with environmental variability and climate change. Core themes include: Mechanisms of adaptation to unpredictable environments (bet-hedging, phenotypic plasticity, reversible plasticity) Life-history evolution and trade-offs (lifespan, reproduction, parental investment) Theoretical modelling of eco-evolutionary dynamics Impacts of climate change on biodiversity and population persistence Scientific Awards & Recognition Elected member, The Young Academy of Norway (Akademiet for yngre forskere) Subject manager for behavioural biology and ecology at Store norske leksikon (snl.no) since 2013 Advising & Grants Dr Ratikainen has supervised master’s students investigating sex-specific space use in wild alpine reindeer and disease transmission dynamics. She leads a research group developing general theoretical models to predict organismal responses to environmental change, with implications for conservation and biodiversity management. Laboratory & Teams She heads the research group within the Centre for Biodiversity Dynamics at NTNU, collaborating with national and international partners to combine empirical data and theoretical approaches in evolutionary ecology.

• Behavioural ecology
• Evolutionary ecology
• Life-history evolution
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Karen Kristine Sørensen is a Professor and research group leader at the Department of Medical Biology, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her research focuses on liver sinusoidal endothelial cells, immunology, and pathobiology, with an emphasis on scavenger functions, viral infections, and cellular mechanisms in health and disease. Her work includes studies on the role of liver endothelial cells in eliminating pathogens such as bacteriophages, polyomaviruses, and muridbeta1 viruses, and their interactions with receptors like neuropilin-1. She also investigates the impact of genetic mutations (e.g., Glmp gt/gt mice) and pharmacological agents (e.g., dexamethasone) on endothelial cell biology. Key research themes include the interplay between endocytosis mechanisms, immune responses, and organ dysfunction, with applications to diseases such as liver pathology and reindeer keratoconjunctivitis caused by cervid herpesvirus 2. She leads a research group exploring stem cell potential in endothelial cells and their role in regenerative medicine. Her studies span diverse organisms, including rodents, Atlantic cod, and reindeer, highlighting translational and comparative biomedical approaches.

• Liver Biology
• Immunology
• Virology
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Atle Mysterud is a Professor at the University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES). His academic career includes roles as a Researcher (2001–2005), Postdoctoral Fellow (1999–2001), and Postdoctoral Researcher (1999). He holds a PhD from the University of Oslo (1998). Mysterud specializes in the ecology of large herbivores, focusing on foraging strategies, life history, and population dynamics of cervids like red deer, reindeer, and moose. His research also addresses disease ecology, particularly Lyme borreliosis and chronic wasting disease, and the ecological impacts of herbivores on ecosystems. Key areas of study include the effects of climate change on ecological systems, tick-borne diseases, and the interplay between wildlife management and conservation. He has contributed to projects such as #AgriDeer (assessing farmland impacts on deer populations) and #TimeLyme (investigating Lyme disease seasonality). Mysterud has received notable awards, including the YFF Outstanding Young Investigator (2004) and Fritjof Nansen Award (2005). His work integrates field studies, population modeling, and genetic analyses to address applied and theoretical ecological questions. Education: PhD in Ecology, University of Oslo (1998). Awards: YFF Award (2004), Nansen Prize (2005), Member of Norwegian Academy of Sciences (2014). Research Groups: CEES, Ungulate Ecology Group. Key Projects: #AgriDeer, #TimeLyme, adaptCWD (Chronic Wasting Disease management). Mysterud’s publications span over 200 peer-reviewed articles, addressing topics like tick dynamics, cervid disease management, and climate-driven ecological shifts. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to wildlife conservation and sustainable management.

• Ungulate ecology
• Population ecology
• Disease ecology
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Tomasz Maciej Ciesielski is a Research Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) specializing in environmental toxicology within Arctic and marine ecosystems. His work focuses on contaminant bioaccumulation, biomonitoring, and ecological impacts of pollutants. His research spans critical environmental domains: Environmental Toxicology of emerging contaminants Arctic wildlife biomonitoring using reindeer and seabirds Rare earth elements as pollution tracers Heavy metal and PFAS bioaccumulation pathways Long-term environmental change assessment Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on Arctic contamination dynamics, particularly through studies of Svalbard reindeer antlers (mercury history), seabird plasma (metal exposure), and fjord waters (pollutant tracing). His work consistently bridges field ecology with advanced analytical chemistry. Professor Ciesielski actively supervises graduate students, having guided four theses to completion between 2019-2023. His collaborative network spans European institutions, with frequent co-authorship on high-impact environmental journals. Current research includes 2024-2025 studies on hunting stress physiology, contaminant transfer in bird eggs, and novel PFAS detection in marine birds, indicating sustained research activity and likely active grant funding.

• Environmental Toxicology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Marine Pollution
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