Elia Gabarron

Elia Gabarron is an Associate Professor at Østfold University College's Department of Education, ICT and Learning. With a PhD in Health Sciences from Arctic University of Norway, her research bridges digital health, autism studies, and behavioral science. She serves as Associate Editor for BMC Digital Health and BMC Medical Informatics.

Research explores:

• AI-driven mental health interventions and ethical implications
• Social media's role in autism perception and community building
• Chatbot designs for physical activity promotion
• Misinformation diffusion during health crises

Recent work examines digitalovigilance frameworks for identifying unintended consequences of health technologies. Collaborations include Bern University, Mayo Clinic, and Queen's University Belfast. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on participatory design methodologies and digital equity considerations.