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Anna K. Dahl Aslan is a Professor of Health Science at the University of Skövde’s School of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on aging-related health issues, including obesity, metabolic health, dementia, and the interplay between genetics and environmental factors. She leads projects like 'Digital Fixer' addressing digital exclusion among older adults and 'HeADS', exploring digitalization’s impact on social participation and health in Sweden’s Skövde municipality. Her work integrates epidemiological, genetic, and longitudinal study methods to address public health challenges in aging populations. Key contributions include analyzing bidirectional links between BMI and biological aging, and identifying genetic influences on metabolic health trajectories.
Education and Academic Background: Holds a PhD in Gerontology (2009) from Stockholm University, focusing on BMI, cognitive ability, and dementia. Extensive postdoctoral work spans epidemiology of aging-related conditions.
Research Interests: Obesity epidemiology, cognitive aging, genetic/environmental factors in health disparities, healthcare system innovations for older adults.
Notable Projects: Collaborates with the Swedish Twin Registry, contributing to CODATwins and IGEMS consortia. Current grants include EU-funded studies on digital literacy and health equity. Her work bridges clinical, social, and environmental determinants of aging outcomes.
Labs/Teams: Heads interdisciplinary teams at the University of Skövde’s Health Sciences department, collaborating with Skövde Municipality on applied aging research.
