Tormod Skogstad Nilsen

Tormod Skogstad Nilsen serves as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Physical Performance at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. He holds both a master's degree and PhD from the same institution and is actively engaged in research on exercise interventions for cancer patients and survivors. His work bridges sports science and oncology, with a particular focus on understanding how physical activity can mitigate treatment side effects and improve quality of life.

Dr. Nilsen's research interests center on exercise oncology, with special emphasis on strength training adaptations and muscle physiology in cancer contexts. His work spans multiple cancer types including prostate cancer (particularly examining effects of androgen deprivation therapy), breast cancer survivors, and patients undergoing various cancer treatments. He investigates how exercise impacts cardiovascular health, muscle function, and overall quality of life during and after cancer treatment.

Analysis of his recent publication record reveals a strong focus on cardiorespiratory fitness outcomes in cancer survivors, with particular attention to breast cancer populations. His research employs diverse methodologies including randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and novel approaches to exercise dose reporting. A significant portion of his work examines the intersection of exercise physiology and cardiovascular health in cancer contexts, reflecting the growing field of cardio-oncology.

As an educator, Dr. Nilsen serves as course leader for 'Exercise and Cancer' (THP303), a course developed in collaboration with Oslo University Hospital that provides certification as an AKTIV instructor through the Aktiv mot kreft foundation. He lectures extensively on exercise interventions for cancer patients and leads research studies investigating the effects of exercise on various side effects and late effects of cancer treatment.

Dr. Nilsen is actively involved with the Norwegian Exercise Oncology Network (NEON) and collaborates extensively with Oslo University Hospital. His research program includes multiple clinical trials examining exercise interventions across different cancer types and treatment phases, with a particular emphasis on translating research findings into practical clinical applications for cancer rehabilitation.