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Elisabet Rothenberg is a Professor of Geriatric Nutrition at Kristianstad University's Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing Education and Integrated Health Sciences. She leads the Food and Meals Subject Group within the Food and Meals in Everyday Life (MEAL) research center and is affiliated with the Center for Food Health and Retail at Kristianstad University (FOHRK).
Her research focuses on geriatric nutrition, particularly malnutrition in elderly populations, frailty-nutrition relationships, dietary patterns for older adults, and food systems in healthcare settings. Dr. Rothenberg has published extensively with over 342 publications and has an h-index of 32 with more than 5,106 citations. Her work significantly contributes to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on malnutrition screening tools, frailty assessment in elderly patients, and the development of practical interventions for improving nutritional care in geriatric populations. Her research spans epidemiological studies, clinical guidelines, and innovative digital solutions for nutritional assessment and intervention.
- Chairman of SWESPEN (Swedish Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism)
- Active contributor to ESPEN (European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism) guidelines
- Extensive media presence with 26 press/media appearances discussing malnutrition risks
Dr. Rothenberg actively supervises doctoral students and serves as an opponent for numerous academic theses. She has led multiple significant research projects including 'SeSam: Senior alert - a tool for better collaborative care' and 'The Malnutrition Awareness Scale for community-dwelling older adults.' Her research has been widely disseminated through 95 academic activities including invited lectures, expert consultations, and conference presentations. She maintains active collaborations across multiple countries and institutions, particularly focusing on elderly nutrition assessment and intervention strategies.
