Ane Kristiansen Solbraa

Ane Kristiansen Solbraa is Vice-Dean for Education at the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL). She holds a PhD in physical activity and health, a master's in sports science, and is a trained physiotherapist.

• Education: PhD (Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, 2015), Master's in Sports Science (NIH, 2007), Physiotherapy (Oslo University College, 2006), Can.mag. (Sogn og Fjordane University of Applied Sciences & NIH)

Her research focuses on preventive physical activity in healthcare and population-level interventions, particularly cycling as active transport. She has led projects on municipal health services, cardiovascular risk factors, and behavior change programs.

Recent publications highlight her work on sustainable mobility, cycling infrastructure, and health service optimization. She has coordinated bachelor's and master's programs in sports science and public health, with leadership roles in national academic committees for sport and physical education.