Frode Strisland

Roles and Affiliations: Frode Strisland is an Associate Professor (part-time) at the University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Department of Electronics within the Institute of Physics. He specializes in biomedical instrumentation, focusing on wearable sensors for continuous monitoring of physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, and activity levels in non-hospital settings. His work emphasizes telemedicine and improving healthcare continuity for patients with chronic conditions or disabilities.

Education: He holds a Civilingeniør (1994) and Dr. Ing. (1998) in Physics from NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology). Prior to his academic role, he worked at SINTEF as a researcher, contributing to medical device development.

Research Interests: His research centers on wearable medical technologies, including non-invasive vital sign monitoring, telehealth solutions, and user-centered medical device design. He leads the Oslo Bioimpedance and Medical Technology Group, collaborating on projects like the ESUMS mobile monitoring system for rehabilitation patients.

Key Contributions: Notable projects include developing wearable sensors for pain detection in non-verbal individuals, continuous blood pressure monitoring via pulse transit time, and portable EEG systems for traumatic brain injury diagnostics. His work bridges engineering and clinical needs, prioritizing accessibility and patient-centric care.

Grants and Labs: Active in interdisciplinary research, his team focuses on advancing medical technology for home-based and ambulatory care through grants and collaborations with healthcare institutions.