Katarina Sjögren Forss
Associate Professor/Senior lecturer

Presentation

Katarina Sjögren Forss is a public health scientist, holds a PhD in Medical Science, and is Associate Professor (Docent) in Care Science. She obtained her PhD from Lund University in 2013 with the thesis "Participation in Physical Activity in Relation to Different Life-Change Events".

Her research focuses on health equity and health promotion. A recurring research interest is how physical activity, participation, and health-promoting interventions can contribute to health and well-being across different life stages and living conditions. Using qualitative, quantitative, and participatory research approaches, her research addresses topics such as children's well-being, women’s health, older people's health, and palliative care. She is affiliated with Citizen Health – Centre for Research on Equitable Health at Malmö University.

Katarina Sjögren Forss has extensive experience in teaching, supervision, and examination across all academic levels, from undergraduate- to doctoral education. She has supervised and continues to supervise doctoral students in areas including professional development, palliative care, existential loneliness, and physical activity.

In addition to research and education, she has extensive experience of academic service and scholarly review activities. She serves as a reviewer of research funding applications and is engaged in scientific editorial work. Furthermore, she contributes to the development of higher education and doctoral education through academic leadership and service roles. She is Programme Director of the Master's Programme in Nursing and has served, and continues to serve, on university committees responsible for educational quality, academic recruitment, and strategic development.