Kirsten Lode

Kirsten Lode is a Professor II of Nursing Science at the Department of Care and Ethics, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway. She holds an active research role and is affiliated with the University of Stavanger, as indicated by her email address. Her work bridges clinical nursing, patient care frameworks, and chronic illness management.

Research Interests: Her research spans oncology nursing, psychological distress, coping strategies, and patient-centered care models, particularly the Fundamentals of Care (FoC) framework. She investigates recovery processes in colorectal, prostate, and breast cancer, as well as long-term management of multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Her interdisciplinary work integrates nursing science, ethics, and psychosocial health.

The recent articles reflect a strong focus on qualitative and mixed-methods research in patient experiences, with growing emphasis on biobanking, longitudinal monitoring, and educational implementation of care frameworks. Her publications frequently appear in high-impact nursing and oncology journals.

• Scientific Awards:

No specific awards are mentioned in the provided text. However, her sustained publication record and leadership in multi-center studies suggest recognition within the academic nursing community.

Advising and Grants: While direct student supervision is not listed, she actively mentors nursing students through the FoC framework in clinical settings. She is involved in grant-funded projects such as the Prospective Breast Cancer Biobanking (PBCB) study, indicating successful grant acquisition and collaborative research leadership.

Labs and Teams: She collaborates extensively with interdisciplinary teams across Norwegian institutions, particularly in oncology, neurology, and nursing research. She is part of the PBCB study team and contributes to Nordic research networks in nursing and healthcare innovation.