The aim of the Centre is to promote person-oriented healthcare services, health science research and research-based, socially engaged professional education. The Centre is affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences of the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN).

Our research areas

Mother with infant.

Reproductive and sexual health

We research women’s health related to sexuality, pregnancy and childbirth

Doctor and pregnant woman.

Patient safety and reproductive health

We research adverse events in pregnancy, childbirth and post-natal care.

Kindergarten on a picknick.

Child and family health

We research the health of children and families, with a particular emphasis on preventing adverse development in children and adolescents and families at risk.

Midwives in simulation

Clinical professional practice and professional education

We research new methods to improve clinical practice and equip students to be better professional practitioners