Meet the Partner: Miia Jansson

🔹 Institution: Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology (HST), University of Oulu

🔹 Country: Finland

🔹 Role in Tech2Heal NPA Project: Research Partner

About Miia Jansson & the Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology

Professor Miia Jansson, Ph.D., MHSc, RN, is Vice-Head of the Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology (HST) at the University of Oulu, Finland, and leads the DigiImpact Research Group. In addition, she is an Adjunct Associate Professor at RMIT University, Australia.

Her research focuses on digitalization and value-based healthcare.

The Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology (HST), based at the University of Oulu, is the most multidisciplinary research unit at the University, providing a unique opportunity to conduct socially influential research and education in health science and technology. The expertise of its eleven principal investigators spans clinical sciences, medical physics, medical engineering, medical informatics, biomarkers and connected health and health sciences.

About Finland (Oulu Region)

Finland, an EU member since 1995, is a recognised innovation leader. Oulu, in northern Finland, is renowned for its long-standing role in wireless technology, with 5G established and 6G research underway.

The city also hosts OuluHealth, a versatile ecosystem fostering collaboration in health and social care. Combining vibrant urban culture with natural surroundings, Oulu offers a unique living environment.

How the Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology Contributes to the Tech2Heal NPA Project

The Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology contributes to Tech2Heal by:

• Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods to gain deeper insights into the underlying reasons for absenteeism and early retirement caused by poor physical and mental health

• Examining evidence on the impact of digital interventions in promoting the work-related well-being of occupational healthcare clients in rural areas

• Bringing multidisciplinary expertise across health science and technology to support the project

Why This Partnership Matters

The Research Unit of Health Sciences and Technology contributes multidisciplinary expertise in health science and technology to the Tech2Heal project. Through Professor Miia Jansson's research in digitalization and value-based healthcare, together with HST's broad research expertise, the partnership supports the project's objectives and contributes to its overall impact.

Learn More About the University of Oulu

https://www.oulu.fi/