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Thomas Strandberg is a Professor of Social Work at Örebro University, Sweden, with a PhD in Disability Science. He holds leadership roles including Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. His career spans academic research, teaching, and administrative roles, including previous positions at Dalarna University and Mälardalen University.
Education:
- PhD in Disability Science (2006), Örebro University
- Docent in Social Work (2017), Örebro University
Research Interests: Interdisciplinary disability research focusing on how disabilities affect everyday life, working life, and societal participation. Specializes in aging studies, parenting support for disabled parents, and rehabilitation processes post-traumatic brain injury. Active in international collaborations, including projects in Uganda and Australia.
Key Projects:
- Evaluation of parenting support programs for parents with intellectual disabilities
- Stroke rehabilitation coordination and elderly care sexuality studies
- Gender dynamics in supported employment for disabled individuals
Leadership & Grants: Managed research groups, led university departments, and contributed to national strategies. Currently supervises doctoral students and chairs interdisciplinary initiatives like the Newbreed aging research program.
Labs/Teams: Participates in research groups SAOL (Social Work and Care across the Life Course) and FunkSam (Disability - Society).
