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Lise Rosendal Østergaard is a Part-time Lecturer in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Social Sciences. She holds a PhD and works as an external lecturer, contributing to teaching and research with a focus on medical anthropology and global health.
Education:
- PhD in Anthropology (affiliated with Danida-funded project 'Fragile Futures: Rural Lives in Times of Conflicts')
Her research centers on socio-cultural dimensions of health in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso and Benin. She investigates maternal and child health, trust in healthcare systems, and the impact of epidemics like HIV/AIDS and Ebola. Her work combines ethnographic fieldwork with policy-relevant analysis, often published in high-impact journals such as Global Public Health and Social Science & Medicine.
The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong focus on qualitative studies in rural African health contexts, with recurring themes of patient agency, healthcare access, and systemic challenges. Her work bridges academic research and public discourse, as seen in her frequent contributions to major Danish media outlets on health crises.
Scientific Engagement:
- Regular contributor to Politiken, Jyllands-Posten, Kristeligt Dagblad
- Guest appearances on DR2 and TV2 discussing public health issues
- Research cited in policy sources and widely shared on social media and academic platforms like Mendeley
Lise Rosendal Østergaard is actively involved in research dissemination and public education. While her advisory roles and grant history are not detailed, her extensive publication record and media presence underscore her influence in medical anthropology and global health advocacy. She is affiliated with ongoing research networks focused on health in fragile contexts.