Lisbeth Skogstrand

Lisbeth Skogstrand is an Associate Professor at the Department of Archaeology, History, Cultural Studies and Religion at the University of Bergen. With a career spanning over two decades, her work bridges gender studies and prehistoric archaeology, focusing on masculinities and mobility patterns in the Nordic Bronze and Iron Ages.

• Research Themes: Gender archaeology, prehistoric identity, interdisciplinary methodologies, and the ethical implications of aDNA studies
• Key Projects: Nordic migration networks, Roman-Period marriage alliances, and Bronze Age warrior ideals
• Methodological Focus: Combines traditional archaeological analysis with genetic research and gender theory

Skogstrand's recent publications and lectures examine how ancient DNA can or cannot answer humanistic questions, while her 2025 seminar at Bergen's archaeological research seminar continues this debate. Her work challenges conventional interpretations, emphasizing the need for critical gender perspectives in prehistoric research.

As a frequent contributor to public debates through NRK appearances and academic presentations, she remains committed to both scholarly and public engagement with archaeological findings. Currently active in 2025, she continues to shape discussions about gender, migration, and interdisciplinary research methodologies.