Miriam Sinkerud Johnson

Miriam Sinkerud Johnson is an associate professor of psychology at OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Behavioral Sciences. She leads the CARE Research Group, focused on cognitive developmental psychology, children's memory, and forensic psychology in cases involving child victims of violence and abuse. Her work includes a national research project on child interview methodologies funded by the Ministry of Justice and Public Security and the Fritz Moens Research Foundation. She also serves as an expert in criminal cases involving child victims. Johnson holds a PhD in psychology from the University of Oslo (2015).

Her research emphasizes improving investigative interviewing techniques through AI-driven tools like virtual avatars and chatbots, aiming to enhance the quality of interviews with child victims. Key projects include developing digital training programs using AI and exploring 2D/3D virtual environments for forensic interviewer training. Her work integrates forensic psychiatry, health services administration, and computational methods to address gaps in child protection practices.

Publications highlight methodological advancements in forensic interviews, analysis of child disclosure patterns, and the application of AI in training medical/dental professionals. She collaborates extensively with institutions like the Fritz Moens Research Foundation and Children’s Advocacy Centers. Her contributions bridge psychological theory with practical tools for improving child welfare and legal justice systems.