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Neda Haj Hosseini is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical Engineering (IMT) . She contributes to teaching courses like TBMT56 - Medical Technology and TBME08 - Biomedical Modeling and Simulation , while leading research initiatives in AI-driven cancer diagnostics and biomedical optics. Research Focus: Development of AI methods for cancer diagnostics, optical coherence tomography (OCT) applications, and fluorescence spectroscopy in surgical guidance Affiliations: Center for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV) , Analytic Imaging Diagnostic Arena (AIDA) , Swedish Medical Technology Association Recent Research Trends demonstrate expertise in applying deep learning to: Pediatric brain tumor classification using multimodal imaging Optical biopsy techniques for intraoperative decision support Automated biomarker quantification in histopathology Medical imaging data integrity and algorithm validation Scientific Awards include grants from: Joanna Cocozza Foundation (2022) Swedish Childhood Cancer Foundation (2024) Academic Leadership involves mentoring students in projects such as: "Multiple Instance Attention-based Learning for Brain Tumor Classification" "Vision Transformers for Multiclass Brain Tumor Tissue Classification" "Reaction-diffusion Models for Image-driven Tumor Simulation"

• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Imaging
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
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Malin Malmsjö is a Professor and Consultant at Lund University's Ophthalmology Department , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering (LTH) . She leads the Ophthalmology Imaging Research Group and contributes to Photon Science and Technology and Light and Materials profile areas. Key Research Focus: Development of laser speckle contrast imaging , diffuse reflectance spectroscopy , and photoacoustic imaging for periorbital tumor margin analysis and reconstructive surgery optimization. Clinical Applications: Non-invasive diagnostics for giant cell arteritis , diabetic retinopathy , and breast cancer through interdisciplinary collaborations. Infrastructure: Manager of Vevo-LAZR-X , a laser-based imaging system for tissue analysis. Her work intersects ophthalmology , biophotonics , and medical imaging , addressing challenges in tumor excision, flap survival, and ocular reconstruction. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to technology implementation in clinical settings.

• Ophthalmology
• Medical Imaging
• Laser Imaging Techniques
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Anna Johansson is an Assistant Professor at the Karolinska Institutet , leading research in cancer epidemiology and biostatistics at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics . She serves as a Docent and group leader, with affiliations at Karolinska University Hospital, Capio St Göran Hospital, and Uppsala University Hospital. Research Interests: Her work spans Cancer epidemiology with focus on breast cancer Reproductive factors and cancer risk Socioeconomic inequalities in healthcare Applied biostatistics and register-based methods Nordic cross-country collaborations Recent Article Trends show emphases on Nordic cancer survival comparisons Pregnancy-associated cancer outcomes Stage-specific mortality analysis Impact of healthcare disruptions Statistical methods for registry data Fertility preservation in oncology Scientific Awards Senior Investigator Award, Swedish Cancer Society Teaching & Mentorship includes survival analysis, epidemiological designs, and data management workshops within the Karolinska Doctoral Programme. She supervises PhD students in cancer and reproductive epidemiology. Collaborative Networks extend to the Nordic Cancer Union, Cancer Registry of Norway, and clinical research teams across Sweden and the Nordic region.

• Cancer Epidemiology
• Breast Cancer
• Reproductive Epidemiology
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Johan Svensson is an Associate Professor at Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE) at Umeå University, specializing in statistical methodology applied to medical research. His work bridges biostatistics with clinical outcomes, focusing on oncology, surgical outcomes, and public health epidemiology. Collaborations span multiple disciplines including cancer research, vascular medicine, and surgical innovation. His research interests emphasize the application of statistical models to clinical problems, such as prognostic biomarker identification in breast and bladder cancers, surgical technique optimization for rectal cancer, and cardiovascular effects of sleep disorders. He has published widely in journals like Sleep Medicine , Clinical Breast Cancer , and Pancreatology . Recent studies include analyzing postoperative fatality windows in colorectal cancer surgery and the role of collagen types in tumor proliferation. His work often employs randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and multicenter cohort studies to evaluate surgical techniques and treatment efficacy. Notably, Svensson has contributed to understanding the impact of stoma use in rectal cancer management and thromboembolism risks in bladder cancer patients. His interdisciplinary approach integrates statistical rigor with clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.

• Biostatistics
• Oncology
• Surgical Outcomes
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Andreas Wladis is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV) at Linköping University , Sweden. He also serves within the Department of Surgery, Orthopaedics and Oncology (KOO) , where his interdisciplinary research bridges clinical surgery with disaster medicine frameworks. His academic mission focuses on strengthening disaster medicine as a formal discipline and developing traumatology as a clinical research field in Sweden. Research Focus : Disaster medicine preparedness and response systems Global surgery accessibility in low-resource and conflict-affected settings Trauma care optimization in non-specialist environments Pandemic response structures and indirect health consequences Humanitarian surgical education and competency development Recent Research Trends emphasize surgical outcomes in resource-limited contexts (e.g., Rwanda, Uganda), trauma triage accuracy in non-trauma hospitals, and pediatric injury patterns in war zones. His 2025 publications include groundbreaking studies on groin hernia repair techniques and war-related pediatric trauma in Ukraine. Professional Affiliations include: Disaster Medicine Center, Linköping University Former Chief Surgeon at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) (2022-2023) Medical Expert for the European Union (CPCC) (2008-2020) Current adjunct professorship at BKV since 2024

• Disaster Medicine
• Traumatology
• Global Health
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Dr. Gabriel Sandblom is a Senior Lecturer and Senior Physician at the Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Science and Education, Södersjukhuset. His research group focuses on improving outcomes in gallstone surgery, abdominal wall surgery, and acute pancreatitis through population-based studies and clinical trials. He leads projects on gallstone disease management , hernia repair techniques , and quality of life assessments post-surgery. The group's recent publications (2025-2016) span topics such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy optimization , hernia repair complications , and acute surgical care . Articles emphasize comparative surgical techniques (ultrasonic vs electrocautery), patient safety , and long-term functional outcomes after procedures like diastasis recti repair . Studies often use Swedish national registries to analyze trends in acute cholecystitis and colorectal surgery . Key collaborators include Drs. Enochsson, Österberg, and Ali . His work addresses weekend surgery outcomes , retained gallstones , and ERAS protocols in gastrointestinal surgery. The group also explores interprofessional teamwork and surgical training innovations like virtual simulators.

• Surgery
• Acute Care Surgery
• Gallstone Disease
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Professor Tomas Jansson serves as faculty at Lund University's Faculty of Engineering within the Department of Biomedical Engineering, holding concurrent roles as Supervisor, Head of Office for Biomedical Engineering, Project Manager for Medical Ultrasound, Director of Medicon Bridge, and member of both LTH's Engineering Health and LU's Light and Materials profile areas. His research centers on ultrasound-based diagnostic and therapeutic innovations, particularly utilizing iron oxide nanoparticles as ultrasound contrast agents for early cancer detection and surgical guidance. Current work also explores virtual reality systems for mobility assessment in visually impaired populations through the AUDOMNI sensory supplementation project. Key research domains include nanoparticle engineering, ultrasonics, transducer development, and lymph node imaging. Recent publications demonstrate dual research thrusts: (1) advanced ultrasound techniques for gastrointestinal disease diagnosis using ultra-high frequency imaging and nanoparticle-enhanced magnetomotive ultrasound, and (2) virtual reality-based mobility assessment tools with audio feedback systems for blind navigation. These efforts directly support UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and well-being. Professor Jansson actively supervises doctoral candidates including J. Berggreen (AI ultrasound applications) and J. Isaksson-Daun (AUDOMNI navigation system), while securing major funding from the Swedish Research Council and Mrs. Berta Kamprad's Cancer Foundation for prostate cancer nanotechnology projects extending through 2029. He leads the Ultrasound group infrastructure within Biomedical Engineering and participates in academic outreach through initiatives like the Medicinteknik i Skåne conference organization.

• Ultrasound Imaging
• Nanoparticle Engineering
• Medical Diagnostics
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Iva Filipovic serves as a Research Specialist in the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Division of Clinical Microbiology at Karolinska Institutet since 2025, following her Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2019-2025) at the Department of Medicine Huddinge, Center for Infectious Medicine. She contributes to The Systems Virology Lab under Ujjwal Neogi, focusing on translational immunology in medical contexts. Her educational background includes: PhD in Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (Reproductive Immunology), University of Cambridge (2019) MSc in Immunology, Imperial College London (2015) BSc in Molecular Biology with Physiology, University of Belgrade (2014) Her research integrates tissue-resident immunology with systems approaches, examining innate lymphocytes in reproductive health, infectious diseases, and cancer. She employs advanced methodologies including RNA-Seq, single-cell analysis, and 29-color flow cytometry to investigate immune mechanisms in endometrial tissue, liver fibrosis, and viral pathogenesis. Current work emphasizes translational applications in sepsis, cholangiocarcinoma, and SARS-CoV-2 immunity. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2018-2025) reveals dominant themes in mucosal immunology, with significant contributions to understanding MAIT cells in sepsis, NK cell dynamics in reproduction, and immune biomarkers in cancer. Her work consistently bridges basic immunology with clinical applications through multi-omics approaches and large-scale collaborative studies like the Karolinska KI/K COVID-19 immune atlas. She actively participates in The Systems Virology Lab, contributing to Karolinska's infectious disease research infrastructure. Her technical expertise in high-dimensional immune profiling supports collaborative projects across virology, hepatology, and oncology research groups at Karolinska Institutet.

• Cancer and Oncology
• Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine
• Immunology in the Medical Area
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Gabriella Lillsunde-Larsson is a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor at the Örebro University School of Health Sciences , with a 30% appointment at the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Örebro University Hospital. Her work bridges biomedical laboratory science and clinical oncology , focusing on HPV-induced cancers and translational research. PhD in Biomedicine (2015) - Thesis: Characterization of HPV-induced vaginal and vulvar carcinoma Current research projects: HPV gene variation and protein expression as prognostic markers Molecular triage for cervical screening Prognostic biomarkers in prostate cancer Research Focus: Gabriella investigates biological and prognostic factors in HPV-induced genital cancers, prostate cancer, and endocannabinoid signaling. Her work includes cost-effectiveness analysis of self-sampling methods and international collaborations on cervical screening policies. Publications: Recent work explores molecular triage in cervical screening, HPV genotyping in HIV-endemic regions, and protein expression markers in vaginal carcinoma. Her studies (2022-2025) emphasize translational applications of HPV research and laboratory science innovations. Academic Leadership: Program Manager for the Master's Program in Methods in Medical Diagnostics Vice Chair of the Institute of Biomedical Laboratory Science (IBL) President of the International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Science (IFBLS) since 2024 Örebro University representative in the Regional Cancer Center (RCC) Central Sweden International Engagement: Active in WHO collaborations through IFBLS, scientific committee member for global HPV congresses, and contributor to professional education standards across Nordic countries.

• Biomedicine
• Virology
• Oncology
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Anna Martling is a Professor of Surgery at Karolinska Institutet and Senior Consultant Surgeon at Karolinska University Hospital. Her career spans clinical practice, research leadership, and academic administration, including roles as Dean (2019-2023) and Scientific Director for Life Science (2024). She leads the Colorectal Surgery research group, integrating clinical, translational, and epidemiological studies. Key Research Areas: Colorectal cancer, precision medicine, organ preservation, surgical innovation, biomarker development Clinical Leadership: Pioneered advanced surgical techniques, including HIPEC and cytoreductive surgery Awards: Swedish Surgical Society Major Research Prize (2013), Cancer Researcher of the Year (2021), multiple international honorary fellowships Her research focuses on colorectal cancer treatment optimization , combining radiotherapy , low-dose aspirin effects , and organ-preserving strategies . Recent work explores precision medicine implementation and population-based screening . She has supervised numerous PhD students and led major trials like Stockholm III and ALASCCA . Scientific awards include: Swedish Surgical Society Major Research Prize (2013) Cancer Researcher of the Year (2021) Honorary Fellowships: FESCP (2023), FACS (2023), FRCS (2022) Multiple best paper awards at ESCP meetings Her team has produced groundbreaking work on rectal cancer biomarkers , testicular radiation effects , and bone health impacts . She advocates for integrated clinical-academic environments and leads precision medicine initiatives in the Stockholm Region.

• Colorectal Cancer
• Surgical Oncology
• Clinical Research
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Lars Sävendahl is a Professor/Senior Physician and Head of Division at the Department of Women's and Children's Health , Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden. He also serves as a Senior Consultant in Paediatric Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases at Karolinska University Hospital and Director of Research and Development at Astrid Lindgren Children's Hospital. His academic journey includes an M.D. (1986), Ph.D. (1989), and certification as a pediatrician (1997), with a professorship in Pediatric Endocrinology awarded in 2005. Research focuses on longitudinal bone growth regulation , particularly in the growth plate cartilage. His team developed novel models to study cellular mechanisms of growth, leading to advancements in treating growth disorders. Key areas include glucocorticoid-induced growth failure, epiphyseal stem cell biology, and the impact of mechanical loading on bone development. Current projects address treatment strategies for tall stature using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) and mitigating growth defects from cancer therapies. Grants include funding from VINNOVA (2021–2023) for AI-driven bone age assessment and the Swedish Research Council (2021–2024) for growth plate therapeutics. Collaborations span international registries like GloBE-Reg and clinical trials evaluating long-acting growth hormone therapies. Publications emphasize growth plate biology, GH therapy safety, and pediatric endocrine disorders. Over 200 peer-reviewed articles highlight his contributions to understanding bone growth mechanisms and translational therapies. His research group, Experimental Growth Research , includes 10+ PhD students and postdocs working on projects like humanin's role in bone protection and imaging techniques for growth plate analysis. Clinical interests include managing growth disorders, cancer survivor bone health, and optimizing GH treatment safety.

• Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Pediatrics
• Physiology and Anatomy
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Anne-Laure Faucon is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm. She is also a senior nephrologist specialized in clinical nephrology and renal physiology. Her current position at Karolinska Institutet began in 2022, following a postdoctoral position at Paris-Saclay University from 2020-2022. Her educational background includes: PhD in renal epidemiology, Paris-Saclay University (2017-2020) Master of sciences in epidemiology-biostatistics, Paris-Saclay University (2017) Master of sciences in renal physiology, Paris-Descartes University (2013) Specialization in Nephrology and Doctor of Medicine (2014) Residency (2009-2014) Anne-Laure's research focuses on chronic kidney disease (CKD) across its different stages, etiologies, and complications. She aims to identify modifiable risk factors and biomarkers of CKD progression, contribute to better characterization of CKD prognosis, improve risk stratification, and assess real-life clinical management associated with improved outcomes. She bridges clinical nephrology, physiology, and epidemiology-biostatistics, applying causal inference methods to large healthcare cohort and registry data including the French NephroTest and CKD-REIN cohorts, Swedish Renal Registry, Stockholm CREAtinine Measurement project, and the Swedish KIdney Pathology cohort. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on kidney function metrics, CKD progression, cardiovascular complications in kidney disease, and the intersection of kidney disease with other conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and lupus nephritis. She frequently utilizes large Swedish registry data including the Stockholm CREAtinine Measurements (SCREAM) project. Anne-Laure has received notable recognition including the upcoming ERA Curatorium Award for Young Investigators – Young Nephrologist (2025) and being named a Laureate of the French National Academy of Medicine for her work in renal physiology. She currently supervises three doctoral students (Antoine Créon, Aurora Caldinelli, and Charikleia Chrysostomou) and has previously supervised several other researchers. Anne-Laure also teaches renal physiology at Karolinska Institutet since 2024, continuing her previous teaching roles at the Paris Medical School. She is part of the Cardio-renal epidemiology research group led by Juan-Jesus Carrero at Karolinska Institutet, focusing on the intersection of kidney and cardiovascular diseases.

• Epidemiology
• Nephrology
• Renal Epidemiology
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Lars E. Eriksson is a Professor of Nursing at Karolinska Institutet and holds a part-time Professor position at City St George's, University of London. He is affiliated with the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society at Karolinska and the School of Health and Medical Sciences at City St George's. His research focuses on biobehavioral and translational nursing science, particularly in chronic conditions like HIV, MRSA, and lung cancer, emphasizing quality of life, stigma, and patient-reported outcomes. Education: PhD in Nursing (Karolinska Institutet, 2003), MSc in Chemistry (Stockholm University, 2001), University Certificate in Nursing (Stockholm, 1985). He has extensive clinical experience in hematology, immunology, and HIV care. Research Interests: Linking biological, behavioral, and social factors in chronic illnesses; early lung cancer diagnosis via symptom and biomarker integration; HIV stigma in the era of ART; reproductive health in cancer survivors; and occupational mental health in healthcare workers. Grants include projects funded by the Swedish Research Council, the Vårdal Foundation, and Horizon 2020 for lung cancer diagnostics and Magnet4Europe (mental health in healthcare workplaces). He leads the Lars E. Eriksson Research Group and collaborates with institutions globally, including the University of Pennsylvania and Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. Current roles include Associate and Vice Division Lead at Karolinska's Division of Nursing and supervising over 20 PhD students. His work bridges research, education, and clinical practice to improve healthcare outcomes.

• Cancer and Oncology
• Infectious Medicine
• Nursing
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Henrik Falconer serves as an Adjunct Senior Lecturer and Docent at Karolinska Institutet, where he leads the Gynecologic Cancer research group within the Department of Women's and Children's Health, Division for Neonatology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Health. His career spans clinical practice, research leadership, and academic teaching in gynecologic oncology. Docent, Karolinska Institutet, 2015 Doctor of Philosophy, Department of Women's and Children's Health, Karolinska Institutet, 2008 University Medical Degree, Karolinska Institutet, 1998 Dr. Falconer's research focuses on clinical trials, cancer epidemiology, and translational research in gynecological malignancies. His work primarily investigates cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, and endometrial cancer, with emphasis on surgical techniques, cancer outcomes, and prevention strategies. He has pioneered research on minimally invasive surgical approaches, sentinel lymph node mapping, and fertility-sparing procedures in gynecologic oncology. Analysis of Dr. Falconer's recent publications reveals a strong focus on multinational collaborative studies examining surgical outcomes in cervical cancer (particularly the SCCAN studies), innovative approaches to ovarian cancer management, and the psychological impact of gynecologic cancers. His work spans clinical trials, epidemiological analyses, and translational research with practical clinical applications. Dr. Falconer leads several significant research projects including the RACC-trial (Robot-assisted Approach to Cervical Cancer), a major international randomized controlled trial investigating the oncologic safety of robotic surgery for cervical cancer. He also leads research on salpingectomy for ovarian cancer prevention and collaborates on the IPLA-OVCA trial investigating intraperitoneal anesthetics in ovarian cancer surgery. His research group maintains extensive national and international collaborations, working with all university hospitals in Sweden and multiple international partners. The group includes several PhD students and affiliated researchers focusing on various aspects of gynecologic oncology.

• Gynecologic Oncology
• Cervical Cancer
• Ovarian Cancer
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Johan Richter is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Linköping University, affiliated with the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Division of Biomedical Engineering. His work bridges engineering and clinical neuroscience, contributing to translational neurotechnologies. His research focuses on neuroengineering , particularly in developing and applying optical guidance systems for neurosurgery. Key areas include in situ fluorescence spectroscopy , laser Doppler flowmetry , and real-time tissue differentiation during brain tumor resection and biopsy procedures. This interdisciplinary work aims to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes. The recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong trend in intraoperative optical diagnostics , with applications in brain tumor detection, cerebral blood flow monitoring, and minimally invasive biopsy techniques. These studies combine engineering innovation with clinical validation, often through case studies and multiparametric analyses. Scientific Contributions: Development of probe-based fluorescence spectroscopy for tumor margin identification Integration of optical feedback in stereotactic brain biopsies Advancing laser Doppler flowmetry for neurosurgical and neurocritical care applications Johan Richter collaborates extensively with clinical and engineering researchers, including Karin Wårdell, Elisabeth Klint, and Peter Milos. While no formal advising or grant information is available, his publications reflect active involvement in applied biomedical research with direct clinical impact. His work is associated with the Neuroengineering research profile at Linköping University, focusing on the translation of engineering tools into neurosurgical practice. The research is embedded within the Division of Biomedical Engineering, a national hub for innovation and education in the field. Though no dedicated lab or team is explicitly mentioned, the focus on Optical guidance in neurosurgery (OTP) suggests a specialized research theme within the department.

• Neuroengineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Optical Guidance in Neurosurgery
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