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Hugo Jose Herrera de Leon is a Research Fellow at the Department of Geography, University of Bergen. His work focuses on socio-ecological resilience, system dynamics modeling, and policy planning for climate change adaptation. He is affiliated with the System Dynamics research group and has presented at major international conferences like the European Conference on Operational Research and the International System Dynamics Conference. His research explores bioeconomy transitions in Norwegian agriculture, resilience in farming systems, and participatory policy design. He has been funded by the Research Council of Norway (2021-2025) for projects investigating sustainable transitions in rural systems. Notable contributions include developing frameworks for assessing resilience through hybrid simulations and collaborative modeling approaches. Publications span topics like microworld simulations for policymaking, organizational impacts of group model-building, and system dynamics applications in food security. His doctoral thesis (2018) addressed public policy strategies for enhancing resilience in socio-ecological systems under climate change.

• System Dynamics
• Socio-Ecological Resilience
• Climate Change Policy
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Tatjana Schnell is a Professor of Existential Psychology at MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society, where she has worked since October 2020. She also holds a fellowship at the Humanistic University Berlin (since 2024). Her professional journey includes academic training in psychology, theology, religious studies, and philosophy across Germany, the UK, and Austria, with a doctorate from the University of Trier (Germany) and habilitation from the University of Innsbruck (Austria), where she founded the Existential Psychology Lab. Education : Psychology, Theology, Religious Studies, and Philosophy from the University of Göttingen, University of London, University of Heidelberg, and University of Cambridge Degree : Doctorate in Psychology (University of Trier, Germany) Habilitation : Psychology (University of Innsbruck, Austria) Tatjana Schnell's research focuses on existential themes including meaning in life, existential health, death attitudes, alienation, and religious/spiritual/secular worldviews. Her work bridges individual psychology with societal and environmental implications, with extensive international collaborations and publications. She has authored key works like "The Psychology of Meaning in Life" (2nd ed., 2025) and "Sinn finden" (2024). Her recent publications examine pandemic psychology, existential resources in gifted adults, workplace spirituality, and meaning-based interventions for chronic pain and cancer rehabilitation. Her research projects include "Making Sense of Volunteering," "Sinnmacher - The Meaning App," and studies on existential resources in palliative care. The Tatjana Schnell website provides further details about her work. Fellow : Humanistic University Berlin (2024) Tatjana Schnell has developed innovative tools like the Sources of Meaning Card Method (SoMeCaM) and Meaning in Work Inventory (ME-Work), with validated versions across multiple cultures. Her work emphasizes the practical application of existential psychology in mental health, organizational behavior, and ecological engagement. She founded the Existential Psychology Lab at the University of Innsbruck and continues to lead impactful research at MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society.

• Existential Psychology
• Meaning in Life
• Existential Health
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Mikaela Vasstrøm (b.1977) is an Associate Professor at the Department of Global Development and Planning, University of Agder. She holds a PhD from the University of Copenhagen and leads significant research projects including the Norwegian Research Council-funded WINDPLAN initiative, which analyzes social acceptance and governance challenges in onshore wind power development across Norway, Scotland, and Denmark. She co-leads work packages in the WINDREG project focusing on procedural justice and knowledge co-production for energy transitions. Her research examines: Just energy transitions and energy democracy Governance challenges in renewable energy deployment Public participation in environmental conflicts Local/regional development implications of energy policies She co-directs UiA's participation in the Empowered Futures research school, developing PhD-level expertise in energy policy frameworks. Publications focus on wind energy governance, policy legitimacy, and spatial planning conflicts, with consistent themes of: Energy justice in policy design Local government capacity in energy transitions Participatory approaches in sustainability planning Research group affiliations include: Energy and Society Urban and Regional Planning (URPLAN)

• Energy transitions
• Energy democracy
• Energy governance
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Terese Johannessen serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Nursing Sciences at the University of Agder (UiA), Norway. Her academic work focuses on quality improvement, leadership development, and implementation science within healthcare settings, particularly in nursing homes and home care services. Dr. Johannessen's research primarily centers on understanding quality and safety in long-term care environments. Her work investigates contextual factors influencing healthcare quality, leadership interventions for improvement, and the conceptualization of 'quality' among healthcare providers. She employs qualitative methodologies to explore managers' experiences, implementation challenges, and the development of practical tools for frontline staff. Her research has significant implications for improving care delivery in nursing homes and home care services through evidence-based leadership approaches. Analysis of Dr. Johannessen's publication record reveals a strong thematic focus on the SAFE-LEAD project, a comprehensive research initiative examining leadership interventions for quality and safety in nursing homes and home care. Her work spans multiple dimensions including intervention design, implementation challenges, contextual mapping, and evaluation of leadership approaches across different healthcare settings. The research demonstrates a methodological preference for qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to capture the complex realities of healthcare improvement work. Dr. Johannessen collaborates extensively with researchers including Siri Wiig, Eline Ree, and Ingunn Aase, primarily through the SHARE Centre for Resilience in Healthcare at the University of Stavanger. Her work bridges academic research and practical application in healthcare settings, with significant contributions to understanding how quality improvement efforts can be effectively implemented in real-world contexts. Her research portfolio demonstrates consistent productivity with multiple publications annually, showing progression from foundational studies on contextual factors to the development and testing of specific leadership interventions. The SAFE-LEAD project represents a cohesive research program addressing critical challenges in long-term care quality and safety through systematic investigation and practical tool development.

• Quality Improvement in Healthcare
• Nursing Education
• Healthcare Leadership
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Unn Røyneland is a Professor of Scandinavian Linguistics and Multilingualism at the University of Oslo 's Faculty of Humanities . She is affiliated with the Center for Multilingualism in Society Across the Lifespan (MultiLing) and has been a key figure in Norwegian language policy and standardization efforts, including the Nynorsk 2011 orthographic revision . Current Research Focus: Multilingual and multilectal practices on social media Dialect acquisition among migrants Dialect levelling and language attitudes Language and embodiment Multiethnolectal speech styles Language policy and planning Ongoing Projects: Multilectal Literacy in Education (2020-2025) (RCN-funded, Co-PI) Multilectal Practices on Social Media (2020) (with Øystein A. Vangsnes) Urban Talk and Text (MultiLing Core-group project, 2021) AquaAurora (2021, UiT The Arctic University of Norway) Her scholarly work spans 15+ years of research output, with recent publications analyzing: Language activism and social justice (2024) Multilingualism across the lifespan (2022) Migration-induced dialect acquisition (2020) Youth multilingual practices in digital spaces (2018) Nynorsk standardization processes (2016) Multiethnolectal speech patterns (2008-2010) As Co-Chief Editor of the LME Linguistic Minorities in Europe Online series at De Gruyter, she continues shaping academic discourse in multilingualism studies.

• Sociolinguistics
• Multilingualism
• Dialectology
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Dr. Mingyuan Zhang Betancourt is a socio-cultural anthropologist affiliated with the University of Oslo's Institute of Community Medicine and Global Health. Specializing in cross-cultural analysis between China and Africa, her work examines pharmaceutical supply chains and postcolonial development dynamics. PhD in Anthropology, University of Western Ontario (2018) Former Writing Fellow, University of Toronto Scarborough Her research spans multiple disciplines: Pharmaceutical Anthropology : Analyzing antibiotic shortages across India/China production networks China-Africa Relations : Investigating cultural identity formation through historic sugar plantations and Confucius Institute operations Political Ecology : Documenting resource conflicts in Malagasy agrarian systems Recent publications demonstrate: 2024 study on pharmaceutical production history 2023 comparative analysis of China-India trade disputes 2022 critique of cultural standardization in educational programs 2021 pandemic discourse analysis She actively explores: Global antibiotic accessibility Postcolonial development paradigms Transnational identity politics

• Antibiotics and Global Public Health
• Anthropology of Pharmaceuticals
• Medical Anthropology
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Bjørg Dale is a Professor at the Department of Health and Nursing Sciences at the University of Agder, Norway. She is affiliated with the Center for Care Research, South and holds a PhD in Nursing Science from the University of Oslo (2009) for her work on compensatory care in older adults. Education: PhD in Nursing Science (2009), University of Oslo Clinical experience: Nurse and leader in municipal and specialist health services since 1978 Research Focus includes ageing research, elderly care, municipal health services, and holistic patient processes. Her work emphasizes transitions between hospital and home care, nursing competence, and self-care among older adults. Publication Trends show a focus on nursing competence in municipal acute care, psychometric validation of healthcare instruments, telemedicine applications, and quality of life in elderly populations. Key methodologies include cross-sectional and qualitative studies. Collaborations span institutions like the University of Oslo and South Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority. She contributes to nursing education reform and policy discussions on elderly care challenges. Contact: Email bjorg.dale@uia.no | Office: C4060, Jon Lilletuns vei 9, 4879 Grimstad, Norway

• Ageing research
• Elderly care
• Municipal health and care services
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Aleksandra Raonic is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Department of Architecture and Technology under the Faculty of Architecture and Design. She previously held an Associate Professorship at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in China from 2014 to 2020, where she led Year 3 architecture programs and collaborated with the University of Liverpool. Raonic is also the founder and principal architect of RAUM, an award-winning architectural studio known for research-driven design projects. Her work spans architectural education, urban design, and innovative residential/commercial projects, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement. Her research emphasizes experimental pedagogy and the integration of design practice with academic teaching. Notable projects include the Stubline Kindergarten (2017 S.ARCH Award) and the Central Greenmarket in Negotin (2019 DANS International Award). Raonic has received over 25 design and teaching awards, including the Jiangsu Province Tutor Award (2018) and the Suzhou Excellent Educator Award (2016). She has supervised numerous student projects recognized at national and international levels. Raonic’s teaching philosophy combines theoretical rigor with hands-on practice, evident in her co-authored publications like Framing Indeterminacy (2019). Her recent exhibitions, including Barnas Katedral (2023) and Work in Progress (2023), highlight her commitment to experimental design and public space innovation. She actively collaborates across institutions, such as the Threads of Innovation project with CEPT University in India (2021). Education Background: Professional journey began with early architectural competitions (e.g., 1998 student award for urban design in Pancevo). Formal training includes studies at the Städelschule in Frankfurt, influencing her experimental design ethos. Awards Overview: Over 25 awards spanning teaching excellence, design competitions, and architectural innovation, including Grand Prix (Leonardo 2005) and multiple jury-selected projects. Grants & Projects: Leads applied research initiatives like NTNU’s Threads of Innovation , focusing on space interventions and cross-cultural academic partnerships. Raonic’s architectural practice and academic roles are deeply intertwined, reflecting her belief in education as a platform for advancing architectural discourse and societal impact.

• Architecture Education
• Urban Design
• Architectural Design
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Mark Brown is a Professor at the Department of Communication and Culture at BI Norwegian Business School. He holds a PhD from the University of Oslo (2008) and has extensive experience in academia since 1998, transitioning from business roles in sales and IT. His research focuses on the intersection of language, business, and environmental discourse, emphasizing sustainability communication, corporate social responsibility, and ethical stakeholder dialogue. He has published widely on topics such as corporate environmental rhetoric, Wendell Berry’s ecological philosophy, and the application of John Rawls’ political theory to business ethics. Education Background: PhD in Humanities (2008), University of Oslo MPhil in English (1997), University of Oslo Bachelor of Arts (1995), University of Oslo MSc in Chemical Engineering (1982), Imperial College London Research Interests: Combines linguistic analysis with environmental and business ethics, exploring how corporations construct discourses around sustainability and nature. Key themes include corporate greenwashing, stakeholder communication dynamics, and the rhetorical framing of ecological issues. Teaching: Specializes in intercultural communication at the undergraduate level, including courses on business cultures, ethical dilemmas, negotiation strategies, and presentation skills. His pedagogical work integrates digital learning tools and higher-level cognitive development in students. Grants/Advising: No explicit grants listed, but his research has been supported through institutional affiliations and academic collaborations. He has advised on educational initiatives like the Learning Lab Pilot Programme (2014–2015). Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary research groups focusing on communication studies, sustainability, and ethics. Collaborates frequently with colleagues in humanities and business schools.

• Sustainability Communication
• Business Ethics
• Environmental Discourse Analysis
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Monika Abels is an Associate Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway , affiliated with the Child development research group. Her work focuses on cross-cultural child development, infant socialization, emotion regulation, and the impact of digital technology on parental responsiveness. Research Interests : Child development, cross-cultural parenting, emotion understanding, hunter-gatherer societies, and fieldwork ethics. Labs/Teams : Member of the Barns utvikling (Child Development) research group at UiT. Recent Research Trends : Her publications highlight comparative studies across Norway, Tanzania, India, and sub-Saharan Africa, examining infant sleep, parental phone use, triadic interactions, and cultural differences in hidden emotion understanding. Collaborative work with African communities (San, Hadza) explores regulatory and ethical fieldwork challenges. Email : m.abels@uit.no

• Child Development
• Parenting Practices
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
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Knut Dørum is a Professor at the Department of Religion, Philosophy and History at the University of Agder . His research spans medieval, early modern, and modern history with a focus on state development (1000-1350), political culture, democratization (19th-20th centuries), agrarian history (pre-1900), and urban history (1500-1900). He has published extensively on themes like the Hauge movement, Nordic welfare cities, anti-fascism, and gender equality policy. Research Interests: State-building from below in Nordic countries Political culture and democratization Interaction between religion and politics Urban and agrarian history Anti-fascist movements in Norway Publications Trends include studies on municipalization (2024), Haugean theological justifications (2023), agrarian capitalism (2022), and critiques of autocracy (2013). His work often connects historical analysis with contemporary political discourse. Advising and Collaborations involve co-authoring with scholars like Helje Kringlebotn Sødal and Øyvind Tønnesson. He has edited volumes on topics including the 1968 legacy and Nordic state-building.

• Medieval History
• Early Modern History
• Modern History
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Alma Leora Culén is a Professor in the Design of Information Systems at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, part of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. She holds a prominent role in advancing sustainable interaction design, research through design methodologies, and transformative design practices focused on societal transitions. Her academic journey includes contributions to HCI education reform, emphasizing ethical and sustainable design principles. Culén has pioneered projects like 'Plurishop' exploring sustainable smartphone alternatives and 'Transition Design' approaches for mitigating democratic erosion. She actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations through research groups such as DESIGN and Design4Dem. Key research interests span sustainable technology, participatory design processes, and leveraging AI for complex design mediation. Her work often intersects with societal challenges like climate action, youth engagement in socio-technical systems, and rural sustainability initiatives. Culén's pedagogical innovations include intensive design courses and speculative installations for civic education. She leads projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council, focusing on sustainable consumption patterns and MaaS solutions for rural areas. Notable collaborations include international design research societies and EU-funded sustainability initiatives. Her lab activities emphasize participatory prototyping and transition design frameworks, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as chronically ill youth and elderly users. Culén's work bridges academic research with real-world impact through partnerships with libraries, municipalities, and tech industries.

• Interaction Design
• Sustainable Interaction Design
• Research through Design
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Massimo Crotti is an Associate Professor at the College of Architecture and Design , Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) , Polytechnic University of Turin. His expertise spans Alpine architecture , public spaces , and landscape integration , with a focus on sustainable development aligned to SDGs like Climate Action and Sustainable Cities . Research Interests : Alpine Space Regeneration Public Space Design Rural Community Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Architecture Cultural Heritage Integration Research Trends : His recent work analyzes ordinary public spaces, rural regeneration, and climate-resilient architecture, with case studies in Turin, Ischia, and Alpine villages. Publications emphasize infrastructure networks for Southern European communities and pedestrian urbanism . Scientific Awards : Menzione d'Onore al Premio Gubbio 2021 for Lou Pourtoun Cultural Center Teaching & Collaborations : He leads courses on Adaptive Public Spaces and Architecture for Sustainability . Collaborates with PROARCH (since 2018) and contributes to ARCHALP (since 2019). Supervises PhD student Ilaria Tonti (thesis: Post-Earthquake Temporality).

• Alpine Architecture
• Alpine Space
• Landscape Architecture
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Charu Sharma is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, specializing in power systems and smart grid technologies. Her work focuses on reactive power control, voltage stability, and optimization of renewable energy-integrated networks. Research on cyber-physical co-simulation frameworks for real-time grid management Development of hybrid renewable energy microgrids for rural and industrial applications Expertise in optimization algorithms (e.g., BFOA-PSO, ANFIS) for energy systems Recent publications highlight her contributions to DER-enriched distribution networks, low-inertia system stability, and intelligent load frequency control. She actively collaborates with researchers on projects like Cooperative Isolated Renewable Energy Systems and arcICE , addressing reliability and sustainability challenges.

• Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• Reactive Power Control
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Kristin Braa is a Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, and serves as Director of the HISP Center. Her career includes an 8-year tenure as Research Director at Telenor, where she established a Research and Innovation Center in Malaysia. Academic Roles: Vice Head of Department of Informatics, head of Information Systems (IS) research group Research Focus: Mobile extensions of open-source DHIS2 software for low-resource settings, action research methods, sustainable health information systems Research Themes: She investigates innovative approaches to support rural healthcare workers and underserved populations, emphasizing long-term engagement in national health systems. Her projects include MobiHealth (2010–2014) and NORAD-funded initiatives (2010–2014) for health information systems in developing countries. Scientific Awards: 2023 AIS Impact Award (with Jørn Braa) 2020 Roux Prize (with Jørn Braa) 2013 University of Oslo Innovation Prize 2013 Researcher of the Year (Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, UiO) 2011 ICT and Energy Researcher of the Year 2011 Rosing Prize Finalist for rural Bangladesh health initiative Collaborations: Active in the IS research group and Climate Health Network. She advocates for sustainable, community-empowering information systems through participatory design and sociotechnical approaches.

• Mobile Health (mHealth)
• Health Information Systems
• Action Research Methods
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