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Odd Borgar Jølstad is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Medical Ethics, University of Oslo. His work focuses on ethical dimensions of healthcare prioritization, distributive justice, and public engagement in medical decision-making. He holds a postdoctoral position and has contributed to debates on health equity in global contexts, particularly through studies involving African policymakers. His research integrates philosophical methodologies with empirical analysis of public perceptions of illness severity.
Key areas of investigation include the theoretical foundations of reflective equilibrium in ethics, challenges in defining illness severity across diverse populations, and ethical frameworks for resource allocation during pandemics like COVID-19. He has published extensively in journals such as BMC Medical Ethics, Social Science and Medicine, and Utilitas, addressing topics ranging from vaccine prioritization to the philosophical implications of suffering adaptation.
- Current Position: Postdoctoral Fellow (Research Fellow), Centre for Medical Ethics
- Key Projects: Ethics of Mortality Measurement (ETHME)
- Collaborations: Interdisciplinary work with philosophers, sociologists, and policymakers
His research bridges abstract ethical theory with real-world policy implications, emphasizing participatory approaches to ensure marginalized voices inform healthcare priorities. Recent work critiques tiebreaking arguments in resource allocation and explores reciprocal obligations toward healthcare workers during crises.
