Arne Solli

Arne Solli is an Associate Professor in History at the Department of Archaeology, History, Cultural Studies and Religion, University of Bergen. His academic work bridges historical scholarship with digital methodologies, with a particular focus on historical demography, urban history, and GIS applications in historical research.

Dr. Solli's research spans multiple interconnected domains including historical demography, urban development of Bergen, historical GIS applications, and the evolution of property registration systems. His work often combines microhistorical approaches with macrohistorical perspectives, creating innovative frameworks for understanding historical population patterns. He has made significant contributions to the study of 19th century cholera epidemics in Norway, examining how factors like topography, social status, and water supply affected mortality rates.

His research demonstrates a consistent focus on spatial and temporal analysis of historical phenomena, with particular attention to Bergen's urban development over centuries. Dr. Solli has pioneered the integration of GIS technology with historical research through his development of BerGIS, a map portal for historical maps of Bergen that has become an essential resource for urban historians.

• Historical demography and population structures
• Urban history and development of Bergen
• Historical GIS applications
• Property registration systems through time
• 19th century Norwegian social and health history
• Cholera epidemiology and public health

Dr. Solli has received recognition for his innovative approaches to historical research, particularly in developing digital tools that transform how historical data can be analyzed and visualized. His work on BerGIS has provided valuable resources for researchers studying urban development patterns over time.

As an educator, Dr. Solli has contributed to the development of digital history methodologies and has supervised numerous students in historical research. His publications span from the 1990s to present, demonstrating a sustained commitment to advancing historical scholarship through technological innovation.