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Karen Lorimer is a Reader in Social Science and Health at the School of Health & Life Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University. As a sociologist, her work focuses on sexual health, sexual wellbeing, gender-based violence, and the capability approach. She leads a British Academy/Leverhulme project on working-class women and sexual violence.
- Affiliation: Glasgow Caledonian University
- Networks: Sexual Health and Blood Borne Virus Research Group, Gender Research and Equalities Network (GREeN)
- Policy Roles: Member of Scottish Parliament Cross-Party Group on SHBBV, Scottish Government's NMRG
Education:
- BA (Hons) in Sociology (UWS)
- MPhil in Social Science Research Methods (University of Glasgow)
- PhD in Community-Based Chlamydia Screening (University of Glasgow)
- PGCert in Academic Practice (2008, Fellow of Higher Education Academy)
Research Interests:
Karen investigates socio-cultural determinants of sexual health, emphasizing community and gender dynamics. Her work extends to the capability approach for evaluating health interventions, focusing on human flourishing and social justice. Recent projects explore collective agency in youth wellbeing and sexual violence survivors' healthcare experiences.
Key Research Trends:
The 15 most recent articles reveal a focus on:
- Sexual wellbeing measurement frameworks
- Intersection of gender norms and health
- Capability approach applications in public health
- Alcohol's impact on memory
- Healthcare experiences post-sexual violence
Scientific Awards and Recognition:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
- Alumni Co-Chair, Royal Society of Edinburgh Young Academy of Scotland
- Alumni Co-Chair, Global Young Academy
Professional Leadership:
Karen co-coordinates the 'Gender and Sexuality' thematic group at the Human Development and Capability Association (HDCA). She contributes to Scottish Parliament and Government advisory groups on sexual health policy.
