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Inese Gobiņa is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Public Health, Rīga Stradiņš University, Latvia. She is actively involved in public health research, focusing on adolescent and adult health behaviors, mental health, substance use, and health policy. Her work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health sciences. She leads and participates in multiple national and international research projects, including EU-funded initiatives.
Her research interests include:
- Adolescent mental and behavioral health
- Problematic gaming, gambling, and social media use
- Substance use and comorbidity
- Sickness presenteeism and occupational health
- Alcohol control policies
- Digital health interventions
- Bullying prevention in schools
- Sexual and reproductive health
Her recent publications reveal a strong trend in analyzing behavioral and mental health issues among Latvian and European populations, particularly in adolescents and working-age adults. She frequently employs epidemiological and cross-national study designs, contributing to policy-relevant findings in public health. Her work bridges research, policy, and practice through media engagement and scientific dissemination.
Scientific contributions and recognition:
- Active participant in EU and national research projects
- Expert for the Latvian Council of Science (2017–2026)
- Regular contributor to scientific conferences and policy discussions
- Media expert on public health issues in Latvia
In terms of advising and grants, she supervises PhD students and serves as a supervisor and leading expert in multiple funded projects, including those under ERA4Health and national programs. She is involved in contract research with the Ministry of Health of Latvia. She also participates in organizing academic events such as RSU Research Week and contributes to peer review and scientific committees.
She is affiliated with collaborative networks focused on adolescent health, substance use, and school-based interventions, working with multidisciplinary teams across institutions in Latvia and Europe.
