جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sociology
• Media Studies
• Social Transformation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Veronika Kalmus is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Social Sciences, Institute of Social Studies since 2015. She has held various academic positions at the University of Tartu since 1991, including Professor of Media Studies (2009-2013) and Associate Professor in Media Studies (2005-2009). She is an internationally recognized scholar with memberships in Academia Europaea and AcademiaNet, and has received numerous awards including the National Research Award in Social Sciences (2022). Her educational background includes a Doctor's Degree in Sociology from the University of Tartu (2003), a Research Master's Degree in Media Studies from the University of Oslo (1998), and additional graduate studies in Sociology at the University of Tartu. She completed her undergraduate studies in Sociology at the University of Tartu (cum laude, 1995). Kalmus's research focuses on social transformation, mediatization, datafication, and platformization in contemporary society, with particular attention to social acceleration, generational dynamics, and children's and young people's digital media use. Her work examines how digital technologies reshape socialization processes, value orientations, and intergenerational relationships. She investigates the formation of media generations, digital skills development, and the social mediation of children's media use in an increasingly datafied world. Her recent publications analyze surveillance experiences across generations, digital skills among European youth, and the impact of digital tools on mental well-being. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of digital technologies, social change, and generational dynamics, with methodological innovations in cross-cultural and intergenerational research. National Research Award in Social Sciences (2022) Membership of Academia Europaea (2019) Membership of AcademiaNet: Leading European Women Scientists (2020) The Badge of Distinction, University of Tartu (2017) Vitols Prize of the American Association of Baltic Studies (2010) Young Scientist Award of the Cultural Foundation of the President of the Republic of Estonia (2008) Professor Kalmus has supervised multiple doctoral students including Signe Opermann, Marit Napp, and Andra Siibak, with several receiving national recognition. She has led significant research projects including the Estonian Science Foundation grant project 'Children and Young People in the Emerging Information and Consumer Society' (2007-2010) and 'Generations and Inter-generational Relationships in the Emerging Information Society' (2011-2015). Her administrative roles include membership in the University of Tartu Senate (2017-present), Director of the PhD study programme in Sociology (2015-present), and founder of the European Media Salon (2021-2024). She leads the international research network EU Kids Online as Estonian project team leader (2007-present) and is actively involved in developing research methodologies for studying digital family life through the PlatFams project. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications for understanding digital transformations in everyday life across generations.

• Archaeology
• Mesolithic Studies
• Biomolecular Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Birgitte Skar is an Associate Professor and Collection Manager for the Stone Age and Bronze Age at the Department of Archaeology and Cultural History, NTNU Science Museum. Her research focuses on Mesolithic and Neolithic adaptations, biomolecular studies, submerged landscapes, and cultural heritage protection. She leads the SCAPES project (2025-2028), funded by RCN FRIPRO, exploring social complexity through biomolecular data. Her work integrates archaeology with genetics and isotopic analysis, addressing topics such as migration patterns, dietary practices, and social stratification in prehistoric societies. Key contributions include studies on Scandinavian Neolithic pathogens, Viking Age genetic diversity, and Mesolithic mobility in Fennoscandia. She advises numerous master’s students and collaborates with institutions like the University of Bergen and the Swedish Museum of Natural History. Publications span high-impact journals like Nature and Cell , alongside museum exhibitions and policy-oriented reports on heritage management. Her research often bridges natural sciences and humanities, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human-environment interactions.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Recommender Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Özlem Özgöbek is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Technology and Informatics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Her research spans artificial intelligence, machine learning, and recommender systems with a focus on privacy, fake news detection, and educational technology. NTNU - Department of Computer Technology and Informatics Her work explores multimodal fake news detection, privacy implications in recommender systems, and technology-enhanced classroom interaction. Recent publications analyze digital education trends and classroom tools. Özgöbek collaborates with international researchers and contributes to news recommendation workshops. Her projects address ethical AI, environmental sustainability, and real-time information processing.

Fiona Jane Dowlingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical education pedagogy
• Narrative inquiry
• Gender and sport
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fiona Jane Dowling is a Professor of Pedagogy at the Department of Sport and Social Sciences , Norwegian School of Sport Sciences . With a background in physical education, qualitative research, and social justice, she has contributed extensively to teacher education and sport sociology through research, teaching, and scholarly publications. Education: PhD in Physical Education Teacher Life Histories, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (1998) MSc, Loughborough University (1989) Research Interests: Dowling’s research spans physical education pedagogy , narrative inquiry , gender and race in sport , and teacher professional development . She explores how identity, equity, and inclusion are shaped within educational and sporting contexts, with a particular focus on marginalized groups such as ethnic minorities, refugees, and women in sport. Her work often employs qualitative methodologies , especially narrative inquiry , to give voice to teachers, students, and families. She has examined how discourses around race, gender, and inclusion are constructed and enacted in policy and practice, particularly in physical education and youth sport. Recent Publications Trends: Dowling’s recent publications focus on children’s rights in sport , ethnic inclusion in sport policy , and qualitative research in sport studies . Her scholarly output reflects a consistent engagement with critical social issues in education and sport, using discourse analysis and narrative methods to interrogate systemic inequities and advocate for transformative pedagogies. Scientific Contributions: Co-editor of the book Equity and Difference in Physical Education, Youth Sport and Health: A Narrative Approach (Routledge, 2012) Contributor to multiple international handbooks and edited volumes on physical education and sport pedagogy Published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters Teaching and Supervision: Dowling teaches courses in sport sociology , pedagogy , physical activity and health , research methodology , and qualitative methods . She has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral students and is actively involved in curriculum development and teacher training programs. Current Projects: International study on teacher educators’ and teachers’ perspectives on whiteness, race, and anti-racism in physical education and sport (funded by the British Academy) Investigation of sport and physical activity provision for unaccompanied minor asylum seekers Contact: Email: fionajd@nih.no Phone: +47 23 26 24 16 Mobile: +47 92 40 43 32

Jim Tørresenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Biology-Inspired Computing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jim Tørresen is a Professor of Computer Science at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, where he has been employed since 1999 (Associate Professor 1999-2005, Professor since 2006). He serves as group leader for the Robotics and Intelligent Systems (ROBIN) research group and is also a Principal Investigator at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies in Rhythm, Time and Motion (RITMO). His academic career includes visiting positions at Cornell University's Creative Machines Lab (2010-2011) and Kyoto University in Japan (1993-1994). His educational background includes a Dr.ing. (Ph.D.) in Computer Architecture from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (1996) and an M.Sc. in Computer Architecture from the same institution (1991). Before his academic career, he worked in industry at Navia Aviation (1998-1999) and NERA Telecommunications (1996-1998). Tørresen's research spans artificial intelligence, robotics, and bio-inspired computing. His work focuses on biology-inspired algorithms, programmable logic (FPGA), robotics (simulation, prototyping, control), and human-robot interaction. He has made significant contributions to areas including evolutionary computing, reconfigurable hardware, and adaptive systems. His research often bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in healthcare, music, and industrial settings. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on human-robot interaction, particularly in healthcare contexts for elderly care, as well as applications in sports science, musical robotics, and geological engineering. His work shows a consistent pattern of interdisciplinary research that combines machine learning techniques with domain-specific challenges. Tørresen has also authored a popular science book on artificial intelligence in the "what is" series by Universitetsforlaget, which discusses fundamental concepts, methods, future perspectives, and ethical aspects of AI. He has been active in academic leadership, serving as General Chair for the 22nd International Conference on Field Programmable Logic and Applications (FPL) in 2012 and the 9th Joint IEEE International Conference of Developmental Learning and Epigenetic Robotics in 2019. As group leader of ROBIN, he oversees research on intelligent systems that operate in dynamic environments requiring runtime adaptation. The group works at both fundamental and applied levels, using evolutionary algorithms for robot learning and machine learning techniques for classification and recognition tasks in various application domains.

Jukka Pirttiläمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Economics
• Optimal Taxation
• Empirical Analysis of Tax Systems
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Jukka Pirttilä is a Professor of Public Economics at the University of Helsinki, specifically within the Department of Political and Economic Studies in the Faculty of Social Sciences. He also holds affiliations as a researcher at the VATT Institute for Economic Research, a Senior Non-Resident Research Fellow at the United Nations University World Institute for Development Economic Research (UNU-WIDER), and a Fellow at CESifo. He serves as Deputy Director of the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Tax Systems Research (FIT), reflecting his leadership in national research initiatives. His research interests are centered on public economics , with a strong focus on optimal taxation , empirical analysis of tax systems , and the intersection of taxation and social protection in developing countries . His work spans labor economics, development economics, behavioral public finance, and inequality, often employing microsimulation and empirical econometric methods to evaluate policy impacts. His recent publications (2022–2024) reflect a consistent trend in analyzing tax and benefit systems in both developed and developing contexts. Key themes include migration and tax policy in Finland, tax-benefit microsimulation in the Global South, top income taxation in emerging economies, and youth activation programs. His work frequently involves cross-country collaborations and leverages large-scale administrative and survey data to assess policy effectiveness, equity, and efficiency. Fellow of CESifo Senior Non-Resident Research Fellow at UNU-WIDER Deputy Director of the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Tax Systems Research (FIT) Pirttilä has supervised and collaborated with numerous researchers, though specific advisees are not listed in the provided text. His work has been supported by major research centers such as VATT, CESifo, and UNU-WIDER. He is actively involved in policy-relevant research, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa (e.g., South Africa, Uganda, Ghana, Tanzania, Zambia), assessing tax reforms, social protection programs, and fiscal policy impacts. He maintains a research blog at the University of Helsinki and has a highly active publication record, with over 47 papers announced in NEP (New Economics Papers) across fields like Public Economics, Public Finance, Development, and Labor Economics. His research is widely recognized, placing him among the top 5% of authors in RePEc based on output and co-authorship networks.

• Cryptographic Voting Systems
• Key Exchange Protocols
• Cloud Cryptography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristian Gjøsteen is a Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences within the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) . He actively contributes to the Algebra Group and specializes in cryptographic systems with a focus on electronic voting , security proofs , and privacy-enhancing technologies . Educational Background: MSc and PhD from NTNU Research Interests: His work spans cryptography , key exchange protocols , cloud security , and formal verification of security mechanisms. Particular emphasis is placed on coercion-resistant voting systems , lattice-based encryption , and blockchain privacy models . Article Trends: Recent publications demonstrate expertise in post-quantum cryptography , machine-checked security , and privacy-preserving voting architectures . Collaborative efforts explore hybrid cryptographic schemes , verifiable decryption , and mix-net implementations for secure elections.

Elisabeth Staksrudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Children and Youth Media Use
• Online Safety and Risk
• Media Regulation and Censorship
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elisabeth Staksrud is a Professor at the Department of Media and Communication, University of Oslo, specializing in children's digital experiences, online safety, and media regulation with over two decades of research output. Her expertise spans critical areas including: Children and youth's new media engagement Online risk assessment and regulatory frameworks Moral panic phenomena in digital contexts Censorship debates and freedom of expression Ethical research methodologies with minors She consistently bridges academic rigor with practical policy implications for digital childhood. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal evolving trends toward platform governance, socio-ecological impacts of internet use, and nuanced parental mediation strategies. Her work integrates communication theory, developmental psychology, and public policy to address vulnerabilities in social media ecosystems while emphasizing children's rights and agency. Staksrud leads major international initiatives including EU Kids Online (2006-2014), EU Kids Online V (EUKO), and Platforming Families (PlatFams), alongside the completed research group Living the Nordic Model.

Georgios Kavallieratosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cybersecurity
• Maritime Cybersecurity
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Georgios Kavallieratos is an Associate Professor at the University of Oslo's Institute of Transport Economics, specializing in the Section for Autonomous Systems and Sensor Technologies. His research focuses on cybersecurity in maritime systems, cyber-physical systems, and risk management. He actively contributes to the DESSI project on energy system security infrastructure. His research interests include maritime cybersecurity, cyber-physical system security, and the intersection of safety and security in autonomous systems. His work addresses threats to navigation systems, smart farming, and satellite communications, with a focus on developing risk assessment frameworks and robust cybersecurity controls. Recent publications emphasize maritime cybersecurity trends, integrated navigation system protection, and threat analysis in emerging technologies like Dairy Farming 4.0. He co-authored foundational papers on cyberattack defenses for autonomous ships and cybersecurity requirements for Shipping 4.0. Current projects involve enhancing societal awareness of cybersecurity risks and improving incident response strategies for critical infrastructure. His work bridges theoretical cybersecurity principles with practical applications in transportation and industrial systems.

Halvor Mehlumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Macroeconomics
• Development Economics
• Economics of Conflict
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Halvor Mehlum is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Oslo, specializing in macroeconomics, development economics, economics of conflict, and crime . He has held academic positions since 1994, including Research Fellow (1994–1998), Researcher at the Frisch Centre (1999–2002), and Associate Professor (2002–2006) before becoming a full Professor in 2006. He also serves as Deputy Head of the Department of Economics (2016–present) and Deputy Leader of the Centre of Equality, Social Organization, and Performance (ESOP). Education: Cand. oecon (1992), Dr. polit (1999) from the University of Oslo; Visiting Scholar at the New School of Social Research (1996). Research Focus: Macroeconomics with applications to conflict dynamics, crime, development, and political economy. Recent articles explore topics like social capital, land redistribution, crime-protection dynamics, and pandemic economics. Leadership Roles: Board member at the Frisch Centre, Center for Development and Environment (SUM), and Executive Committee of the European Development Research Network (EUDN). Co-editor of the Nordic Journal of Political Economy.

• Social Policy
• Child Welfare Systems
• Social Inequality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bente Heggem Kojan is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Department of Social Work within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. She serves as Coordinator for the PhD program in Social Science (specialization in Social Work) and as Chairperson of NORWEL, the Norwegian Research School in Social Work and Child Welfare. Her research focuses on social policy, inequality, and social justice, with a particular emphasis on the efficacy of child welfare systems in addressing the needs of marginalized families and children. Prior to academia, she practiced as a social worker in public services like habilitation, child welfare, and social security. Her key research projects include the Child & Family Welfare Lab (FAMWEL), studies on child welfare responses to violence and abuse, and the impact of socioeconomic status on family-child welfare system interactions. She leads or contributes to research groups such as the Centre of Child Protection Research and Innovation and the EU COST Action 18123 European Family Support Network. Her work often explores systemic inequities, policy reforms, and the intersection of social class with welfare system outcomes. Publications highlight her analysis of Nordic and international child welfare systems, including comparative studies with Australia and Norway. Her writing emphasizes structural barriers faced by low-income families and the role of mixed-methods approaches in understanding child welfare dynamics. She has authored influential texts like Beslutninger i barnevernet and contributed to policy discussions on reforming child welfare practices to better address socioeconomic disparities. Her advisory roles include managing projects funded by the Koronakommisjonen and overseeing grants exploring post-pandemic challenges for vulnerable children. Collaborations with international networks and her editorial work in journals like Nordisk tidsskrift for livskvalitet og bærekraftig velferdsutvikling underscore her global influence in shaping social work and child welfare discourse.

Anne Kjersti C. Befringمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Law
• Administrative Law
• Constitutional Law
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Anne Kjersti C. Befring is a Professor at the University of Oslo 's Department of Public Law. She is one of the Nordic countries' leading experts in health law and life sciences , with a focus on genetic mapping , AI in healthcare , and data privacy regulations . Doctorate in Law (2019) on Legal Perspectives on Personalized Medicine Co-founder of the Nordic PerMed Law network (2019-2021) Current legal researcher in the Morgi life science project (2022-present) Her research spans health law , administrative law , and constitutional law , particularly examining how GDPR intersects with national healthcare regulations, patient rights in data sharing, and ethical issues in gene therapy. Recent publications focus on: AI's impact on medical decision-making Legal frameworks for biobanks Personalized medicine governance Pandemic emergency legal measures Laboratory data privacy protocols She supervises PhD candidates Vibeke Binz Vallevik (synthetic data for AI) and Ole Boye (gene therapy). Befring served as Deputy Chair of Norway's National Research Ethics Committee for Medicine and Health Sciences (NEM) from 2022-2025 and has contributed to critical policy discussions around data ethics and public health governance .

• Ecology
• Wildlife Biology
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simen Pedersen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Forestry and Outback Studies , Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology, University of Inland Norway, Campus Evenstad. His research focuses on climate change impacts on wildlife, particularly adaptive responses in mountain hares and deer populations. Key Research Themes: Climate-driven camouflage mismatch in mountain hares, stress physiology in hunted populations, and trophic interactions between large herbivores and forest ecosystems. Methodology: Integrates GPS tagging, camera trap data from SCANDCAM, and molecular techniques to study adaptive genetics and behavioral responses. Publication Trends: Recent work spans from 2025–2016, emphasizing climate adaptation , herbivory impacts , and ecological sustainability . Collaborations with international scientists (Australia, Sweden, Norway) appear across journals like Global Change Biology and Ecology and Evolution . Students: Supervises PhD researcher Simen M Talleraas in the TaigaClimate project , which examines climate and management effects on deer populations. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the WILDCOM research group (Ecological Communities in Change), working on wildlife population dynamics and habitat use through projects like Hare's change of costume and Territory use in hares .

Luca Tosoniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Cybercrime
• Cybersecurity
• Data Protection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luca Tosoni is a Doctoral Research Fellow in Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Law at the Norwegian Research Center for Computers and Law (NRCCL), Department of Private Law, University of Oslo. His academic background includes a combined J.D./LL.M. (magna cum laude) from the University of Milan, specializing in EU and International Law, a Diplôme d'Université in Common Law and Comparative Law from Paris Descartes University, and the China Intellectual Property Summer Institute (CHIPSI) Certificate from Tsinghua University. Before his doctoral studies, Tosoni practiced law at Covington & Burling LLP in Brussels, advising multinational companies on cybersecurity, data protection, and life sciences regulations. He also served as counsel in EU Courts and as an Assistant Policy Officer at the Fair Trade Advocacy Office. His research interests focus on Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Internet Governance, and Life Sciences. His publications include extensive commentary on GDPR provisions, such as interpretations of key definitions and cooperation mechanisms between supervisory authorities. He has co-authored analyses on topics like automated decision-making rights under Article 22 and the legal implications of pseudonymisation. Awards: China Intellectual Property Summer Institute (CHIPSI) Certificate Tosoni’s work bridges legal frameworks and technological challenges, contributing to EU regulatory compliance and privacy standards in digital environments.

Anders Skrondalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychometrics
• Statistics
• Biostatistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anders Skrondal is a Professor II at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Educational Sciences, affiliated with the Centre for Educational Measurement (CEMO). He also serves as a Senior Scientist at CEFH (Research Council of Norway Centre of Excellence) at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and Co-Principal Investigator at CREATE, another Norwegian Centre of Excellence. His academic journey includes roles as Head of the Biostatistics Group at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and Professor of Statistics at the London School of Economics (LSE), where he directed the Methodology Institute. Skrondal's research focuses on psychometrics, statistics, biostatistics, and econometrics, with a major contribution being the development of the GLLAMM framework. He has authored 14 books and over 200 peer-reviewed papers, achieving an h-index of 63 and 30,000+ citations. His awards include the 1997 Psychometric Society Dissertation Prize and leadership roles in prestigious organizations like the Psychometric Society and Royal Statistical Society. Research Interests: Skrondal specializes in statistical methodologies including latent variable modeling, multilevel modeling, and missing data analysis. His work bridges theoretical advancements and practical applications in medicine, psychology, and social sciences. He is renowned for integrating latent variable and mixed model frameworks to address complex data structures. Recent trends in his publications emphasize methodological solutions for missing data, non-ignorable mechanisms, and psychometric model validation. His articles span statistical theory, medical applications, and educational measurement. Awards: President, Psychometric Society (2016–2017) Elected Member, International Statistical Institute Outstanding Academic Title for 'The Cambridge Dictionary of Statistics' (2011) Fulbright Professor at UC Berkeley (2013–2014) Advising & Grants: Skrondal has led major research initiatives such as CEFH and CREATE, funded by the Research Council of Norway. While no specific advisee list is provided, his collaborations span international institutions. His work on GLLAMM software is used in over 750 journals, reflecting widespread academic impact. Labs/Teams: Active in CEMO and CEFH, he contributes to interdisciplinary teams advancing educational measurement and public health research. His involvement in CREATE focuses on equality in education through statistical innovations.