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Alexander Refsum Jensenius is a Professor of Music Technology and Director of the RITMO Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies in Rhythm, Time and Motion at the University of Oslo. He also leads the fourMs Lab and co-founded the MishMash Centre for AI and Creativity. His work bridges musicology, psychology, and technology, focusing on embodied music cognition, human motion analysis, and creative applications of AI. Notably, he pioneered research on air guitar motion and human micromotion through projects like the Oslo Standstill Database . Educated at the University of Oslo (BA in Music and Mathematics, MA in Musicology) and Chalmers University of Technology (MSc in Applied IT), Jensenius holds a PhD in Music Technology from UiO. He has held visiting researcher roles at UC Berkeley, McGill University, and KTH. Leadership roles include Department of Musicology Head (2013–2016) and Steering Committee Chair for the International Conference on New Interfaces for Musical Expression (NIME, 2011–2022). Research interests span music-related body motion, AI in creative contexts, and open research practices. Key contributions include the Music Moves and Motion Capture MOOCs, the Musical Gestures Toolbox software, and monographs like Sound Actions and Sonic Design . His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with projects addressing ventilation systems' acoustic properties and cell culture vibrational effects. Awards include the European Open Data Champion recognition. He advocates for open science and maintains extensive digital archives of research materials, emphasizing institutional web pages as critical research infrastructure.

• Music Technology
• Music Psychology
• Embodied Music Cognition
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Øyvind Brandtsegg is a Professor in the Department of Music at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Humanities. His work integrates music technology, sound art, and performance through innovative digital systems and artistic research. Research Interests: His primary research areas include digital signal processing , feedback systems , granular synthesis , convolution , artificial intelligence in music , and improvisation . He explores how technology enables new forms of musical expression, especially in live performance and sound installations. His projects often simulate natural processes or use AI to generate dynamic sonic environments. Recent Publications & Artistic Output Trends: Over the past few years, his work has focused on crossadaptive audio processing, real-time interaction systems, and immersive installations. Themes include environmental sound, mechanical music, and the limits of human-machine collaboration. His output spans scientific articles, software, compositions, performances, and exhibitions, reflecting a strong integration of research and artistic practice. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Brandtsegg supervises multiple doctoral and artistic research students, often in collaborative, interdisciplinary projects. He has led research initiatives such as the Crossadaptive Processing project and organized the Live Interfaces conference. He has received project funding for artistic research and technology development, though specific grants are not detailed. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Trondheim EMP (Electroacoustic Music Performance) group and contributes to the GDSP (Global Digital Sound Processing) platform. His work is often collaborative, involving researchers and artists across institutions in Norway and internationally.

• Music Technology
• Digital Signal Processing
• Feedback Systems
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Jenny Perlin is a Research Fellow at the Academy of Fine Arts, Oslo National Academy of the Arts, specializing in experimental film, video, and animation. Her work engages critically with documentary traditions while exploring themes of truth, misunderstanding, and social dynamics through fragments of daily life. Research interests include Experimental cinema techniques Architectural and spatial documentation Historical memory analysis Cultural geography of spaces Audio-visual storytelling Her creative output combines artistic practice with scholarly investigation, focusing on Cold War-era structures and measurement systems. Recent projects (2023-2024) include the #BUNKER film series examining military architecture, and "Near Space" exploring environmental perception. She has presented at major institutions including Whitney Museum, MoMA, and international film festivals.

• Film Studies
• Visual Arts
• Documentary Filmmaking
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Gunhild Vatn serves as Professor of Ceramic Art at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, contributing significantly to material research and pedagogical development in the ceramics field. Her practice spans traditional techniques and contemporary conceptual approaches. Vatn's research explores: Material transformation processes in ceramics Ritualistic and performative aspects of making Interdisciplinary approaches to craft documentation Socio-political dimensions of ceramic art Pedagogical methods for material knowledge transmission Her artistic output demonstrates consistent investigation into material agency, with recent works examining themes of penance, migration, and cultural memory. Vatn actively participates in international collaborations, including the CRAFT Decoding Ceramics project, and contributes to academic discourse through panel discussions on ceramic practice.

• Ceramic Art
• Material Studies
• Traditional Craft Innovation
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Anders-Petter Andersson is an Associate Professor at the Department of Design within NTNU's Faculty of Architecture and Design. His work focuses on health-promoting technologies, multisensory interaction design, and co-design methodologies with marginalized populations. He has led projects involving families with disabled children, elderly dementia patients, and community stakeholders through initiatives like RHYME.no and HackOurHealthEcology. His research integrates music, narrative, and cultural expression to enhance social relationships and creativity. Key projects include Polly World installations and ORFI interactive systems. He teaches courses such as User-Centered to Post-Human Design and supervises PhD candidates including Ann Kristin Forshaug. Andersson is affiliated with MusicalFieldsForever, the Center for Health Promoting Research, and serves as chairman of Den Gode Idé Foundation. His work emphasizes universal design principles and participatory design practices. Key Projects: RHYME.no, Polly World series, ORFI installations, Music-based environmental therapy program Collaborations: Norwegian Research Council, Diakonhjemmet University, AHO, Lund University Methodologies: Action Research, Participatory Design, Research-by-Design, Self-Ethnography Research interests span interactive music composition, health-promoting environments, and regenerative learning communities. He advocates for eco-centric design approaches and has published extensively on topics like tangible interaction and multisensory interfaces.

• Health Promotion
• Interactive Art
• Multisensory Interaction Design
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Erik Ljunggren is an Associate Professor at the Department of Popular Music at the University of Agder (UiA). His work focuses on electronic music composition, sound art, and interdisciplinary performance practices. He has collaborated extensively with artists and institutions to create innovative soundscapes and experimental music projects. Research interests include the intersection of technology and music performance, spatial audio design, and the application of sound in cultural spaces. Notable projects include the Global Tour - Simple Minds and Satyricon + Munch , which explore collaborative art and genre fusion. Publications from 2022-2024 reflect his expertise in live performance sound design, experimental music composition, and interdisciplinary art practices. He has no listed awards but maintains active involvement in Norway's contemporary music scene.

• Electronic Music
• Popular Music Studies
• Sound Art
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Daniel Jensen is a Doctoral Research Fellow at The Norwegian College of Fishery Science, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, based in Tromsø. He is currently pursuing an article-based Ph.D. under the project BlueGov, focusing on the governance of fisheries and aquaculture within the evolving framework of the Blue Economy. His research is interdisciplinary, bridging environmental policy, marine spatial planning, and sustainable development. His research interests include: Innovation in aquaculture and fisheries Sustainable marine management Climate change adaptation Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Social acceptance of blue technologies Daniel's recent publications analyze governance challenges posed by mobile and offshore aquaculture installations, regulatory adaptation, and public perception of new production systems. His work reveals tensions between innovation and existing governance structures, particularly in the Norwegian coastal zone. He frequently collaborates with researchers such as Signe Annie Sønvisen, Jahn Petter Johnsen, and Anne Elaine Gaspers. His scientific contributions highlight a consistent focus on: Governability of blue innovations Policy responses to technological change Stakeholder dynamics in marine sectors Conservation within industrial marine use Public opinion and willingness to pay for sustainable seafood Daniel is a member of the MARA research group and contributes to interdisciplinary projects aimed at sustainable marine development. While no formal awards are listed, his publications in reputable journals and reports indicate active scholarly engagement. He has not supervised any students to date, as he is currently a doctoral candidate. His work is expected to inform future governance models for sustainable blue growth.

• Fisheries Governance
• Aquaculture
• Blue Economy
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Gro Rødne is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture and Technology, Faculty of Architecture and Design, NTNU. She serves as the study program leader for the master's program in Architecture and Project Manager of the TRANSark initiative. She holds a degree in architecture from the Norwegian Technical University (NTH) and has extensive experience in both academic roles and architectural practice, including co-founding Agraff Architects (2001–2016). Her research focuses on the intersection of architecture, art, and landscape, emphasizing hands-on learning through the 'Making is Thinking' approach. Education: Graduated in Architecture from NTH (1993), with additional studies at the Academy of Fine Arts. Academic roles include course coordination for foundational and advanced architecture courses, emphasizing problem-based learning (PBL). Research Interests: Cross-disciplinary collaboration between architecture and creative fields, transformative learning through making, and experimental pedagogical frameworks. Recent projects include large-scale installations like Exploding windows (2024) and ULL INSTALLASJON (2021), blending art and architecture to explore public space engagement. Publications span architectural pedagogy, experimental installations, and collaborative design workshops. Her work often highlights interdisciplinary methods and community-driven projects. Notably, she contributed to TRANSark Publication - Book 0 (2014) and co-authored chapters in The Power of Experiment (2017). She has led workshops like re-ACT by Design (2018) and reMaking is reThinking (2017), fostering innovation in architectural education. Her research emphasizes trust, risk-taking, and creativity in learning environments. Labs/Teams: Active in TRANSark, a center for transformative architectural education at NTNU. Collaborations include partnerships with Circa Teater, KORO (art in public spaces), and international institutions like the University of Antwerp.

• Architecture
• Art and Landscape Integration
• Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Architecture Education
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Kyrre Andersen is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University’s Department of Product Design, Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. His work bridges product design, contemporary art, and public space interventions, often involving collaborative student projects. Role: Course leader for BAPD3000 Dynamic Project Management (“Design Office”) and active in artistic development Collaborations: EU Horizon project CraftHub; frequent partnerships with Liv Anne Lundberg and Steinar Aasen His research focuses on cultural sustainability and the integration of craft, technology, and public art. Key themes include lighting design , material experimentation , and community-engaged art , reflected in over 15 recent publications spanning textbooks, research reports, and dissemination projects. Article trends emphasize applied art in educational and public settings , with projects like LYSNING (lighting art) and Vær så god (student-led design initiatives). Collaborative works dominate, often tied to school environments, healthcare facilities, and urban spaces. Andersen co-leads artistic projects such as 3D drawing experiments and has permanent installations like En øy i strømmen at Kongsvinger Ungdomsskole. His classroom leadership in dynamic project management underscores a pedagogical focus on student-driven innovation.

• Industrial and Product Design
• Contemporary Art
• Art in Public Spaces
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Karen Disen is a Lecturer at Oslo National Academy of the Arts in the Department of Design, Art and Craft. Her artistic practice explores gravity, anatomy, movement, graphics, and drawing, with a specialized focus on rhythmic compositional formations and ornament development. Disen holds a Diploma (1985) from the Norwegian School of Arts and Crafts (metal department), supplemented by training in goldsmithing at Elvebakken Upper Secondary School (1981-82) and pedagogy studies at HIOA. She established her independent metal/jewelry workshop in 1987 and has executed commissioned works exhibited internationally, with pieces held in major Norwegian decorative arts museums. Her research examines compositional improvisation, material language interpretation, and visual abstraction processes. Recent collaborative projects investigate interdisciplinary printmaking methodologies and material experimentation through exhibitions like the Print Matters series. Disen teaches composition, improvisation, and visual language analysis, emphasizing organic form development through iterative processes.

• Visual Arts
• Drawing
• Composition
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Mari Hvattum is a Professor in the Department of Architecture at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO), with a prolific publication record spanning from 2016 to the present. Her scholarly work appears in prestigious journals and publications from leading academic publishers including MIT Press, Bloomsbury Academic, and Wiley-Blackwell, establishing her as a significant voice in architectural history and theory. Professor Hvattum's research centers on architectural history with particular expertise in style theory, 19th century architecture, and the relationship between print culture and architectural discourse. She has developed significant scholarly focus on Gottfried Semper, the influential 19th century architect and theorist, with multiple publications examining his work and legacy. Her scholarship bridges historical analysis with contemporary architectural concerns, frequently exploring how architectural ideas are mediated through print culture and public discourse. Analysis of Hvattum's recent publications reveals consistent thematic threads across her scholarship. She examines style as a conceptual framework for understanding architecture, with particular attention to its historical transformations and cultural meanings. Her work demonstrates a strong emphasis on Nordic architectural contexts while maintaining a global perspective, as evidenced by her contributions to Sir Banister Fletcher's Global History of Architecture and her international collaborations. Professor Hvattum has authored numerous scholarly articles, book chapters, and monographs. Her 2023 book "Style and Solitude. The History of an Architectural Problem" published by MIT Press represents a significant contribution to architectural theory. She has also co-edited important collections such as "The Printed and the Built. Architecture, Print Culture and Public Debate in the Nineteenth Century" (2018), demonstrating editorial leadership in her field.

• Architectural History
• Style Theory
• 19th Century Architecture
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Michael Francis Duch is a Professor of Double Bass, Jazz, and Experimental Music at the Department of Music, NTNU. He has served as Deputy Head of Research and led initiatives like NTNU Artistic Research Week. Active in the Faculty of Humanities, he contributes to committees on artistic research implementation and national musicology initiatives. His research focuses on experimental music traditions, free improvisation, and collaborations with composers like Lene Grenager and Michael Pisaro-Liu. A prolific performer, he collaborates with ensembles like LEMUR and AMOR, touring internationally. Duch’s work bridges music, art, and interdisciplinary research, emphasizing improvisation’s role in contemporary practices. Education highlights include completing an artistic research fellowship at NTNU (2002–2018) and defending his project on free improvisation in 2010. He leads Norway’s artistic research school and editorial roles in VIS Nordic Journal. His performances explore spatiality, graphic notation, and historical avant-garde traditions, reflecting his commitment to expanding musical boundaries through artistic research.

• Experimental Music
• Free Improvisation
• Jazz
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Sigurd Strøm is a Professor of Furniture and Product Design at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, holding this position since 2011. He has previously served in the Department of Art and Craft as Professor of Form (2008–2011) and maintains active roles in design entrepreneurship as a partner at DSGNKNTR and ST.HANSHAUGEN FLISESPIKKERI AS. His academic career spans over two decades at the institution, combining teaching with practice-based design innovation. Education: Graduated from Oslo National Academy of the Arts in 1992 with a Major in Interior Architecture and Furniture Design Sigurd Strøm specializes in integrating Norwegian craftsmanship traditions with contemporary design methodologies and high technology. His pedagogical approach emphasizes conceptual and contextual thinking through practice-based teaching, influencing generations of design students. The research outputs listed demonstrate his focus on sustainable materials, modular design systems, and critical design discourse. His practice-based research manifests in physical products like the Lyre furniture series (2020), ON - modular sofa system (2020), and conceptual projects such as #You're not to... (2018). These works span furniture design, product development, and museum exhibitions, consistently exploring sustainable materials and innovative manufacturing techniques. Through ST.HANSHAUGEN FLISESPIKKERI AS (www.sthans.no), he actively bridges academic design with industrial production contexts, maintaining a strong international exhibition presence. His work reflects a synthesis of traditional craftsmanship and modern technological approaches.

• Furniture Design
• Product Design
• Sustainable Design
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Lotte Konow Lund is a Professor at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts, specializing in teaching presentation forms and communication within the College of Art and Craft. Her work bridges artistic practice and theoretical discourse. Research Focus: Artistic research methodologies Visual arts and contemporary practice Art communication and documentation Curatorial and exhibition design Material experimentation Biographical artist studies Recent publications demonstrate engagement with conceptual art, environmental materials, and collaborative artistic processes. Her work often examines intersections between personal practice and broader cultural contexts.

• Artistic Research
• Visual Arts
• Artistic Development Work
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Lisbeth Funck is a Professor at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO), where she maintains an active research and teaching profile centered on architectural theory and practice. Her work critically examines the interplay between built environments, infrastructure, and socio-ecological systems, with particular emphasis on rural landscapes and climate change adaptation. Funck's research traverses architecture, infrastructure, and sustainability through the lens of lived abstraction and craft. She investigates how architectural interventions produce spatial presence and meaning, often focusing on marginal territories and river systems as sites of transformation. Her methodology blends theoretical inquiry with practical design investigations, emphasizing materiality and sensory experience in the production of architectural space. Analysis of her 2022-2024 publications reveals a pronounced trajectory toward climate-responsive design in rural contexts, exemplified by projects like the river Sambre investigations. This work destabilizes conventional spatial understandings through collaborative, site-specific interventions that merge speculative futures with immediate environmental challenges, demonstrating architecture's capacity as a medium for socio-ecological adaptation. Scientific Awards No awards or fellowships were documented in the provided information. Advising and Grants While the text lists extensive publications, it does not specify doctoral advisees or grant funding. Funck's collaborative research with Matthew Anderson and others suggests active participation in academic teams, though formal supervisory roles remain unmentioned. Labs and Teams Funck co-founded Studio B3 at AHO, which conducted the influential 'Architecture as Infrastructure' research project (2008-2010). This studio produced international exhibitions including the Venice Biennale and Beijing presentations, exploring architecture's role as fundamental infrastructure through design experiments and theoretical discourse.

• Architecture
• Architectural Design
• Infrastructure
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