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Karin Höijer is a Senior Lecturer at Kristianstad University's Department of Food and Meal Science within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. She contributes to the Food and Meals in Everyday Life (MEAL) subject group and holds formal qualifications in Food Science and Nutrition (PhD, Uppsala University) and Education (Master of Education). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for Education and Academic Qualification.
- Education:
- PhD in Food Science and Nutrition, Uppsala University (2013)
- Master of Education in compulsory school teaching, Uppsala University (2013)
- Bachelor in Ethnology, Uppsala University (2000)
Her research focuses on food-related learning processes, gender equality in home and consumer studies education, and the role of place in food education. She explores how fiction and literary methods can enhance critical discussions about gender norms, and investigates sensory science applications in educational contexts.
Recent publications examine sustainable food systems, including studies on insect-based diets, historical grain utilization, and institutional meal quality. Her interdisciplinary work connects food science with educational theory, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and curriculum development.
Karin participates in academic leadership through roles like:
- Co-editor of Sweden's first didactic anthology for home economics student teachers
- External examiner for PhD theses at multiple universities
- Organizer of international conferences on culinary arts and sciences
She collaborates extensively with:
- University of Copenhagen
- Swedish National Agency for Education
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Swedish Schools Inspectorate
- RISE Research Institutes of Sweden
- University of Pretoria (South Africa)
Her work addresses key challenges in:
- Reducing food waste
- Developing sustainable food products
- Creating gender-sensitive educational frameworks
- Enhancing sensory science applications
- Promoting healthy eating habits
- Preserving culinary traditions
