Eda Merisalu

Eda Merisalu is Professor of Ergonomics and Work Technology at Estonian University of Life Sciences. Her research examines occupational health risks, ergonomic interventions, and work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

Education:

• PhD in Medical Sciences from Kaunas Medical Academy
• MD from University of Tartu

Research focuses on occupational health in agricultural, industrial, and healthcare settings, with emphasis on prevention of work-related injuries and stress management. She develops ergonomic assessment methodologies and intervention strategies.

Publications analyze work environment impacts on health, including military personnel noise exposure, sewing operator ergonomics, and agricultural safety.

Awards:

• First prize for thesis supervision (2018)
• Public Health Development Prize (1999)

She coordinates international occupational health projects and serves as Secretary for Estonia on the International Commission on Occupational Health.