Karoline Marx

Short description

Karoline Marx is a PhD Research Fellow in the STAS 65+ project and a member of the research group Critical Public Health.

She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Physiotherapy – specializing in musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, and rheumatic conditions – from Western Norway University of Applied Sciences. Her master’s thesis examined the effects of resistance training for older adults with sarcopenia and the quality of reporting of exercise interventions in randomized controlled trials.

Karoline also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Leadership from Nord University, with specialization in change management and public policy processes. Her MBA thesis explored strategic leadership in municipal healthcare services and how municipalities address future healthcare challenges.

Her research interests include preventive public health, health service development, the health-promoting effects of physical activity, and the strategic organization and leadership of health and care services.

STAS 65+

Together for a Safe, Active and Independent Everyday Life in Elverum

The STAS 65+ project was developed in response to societal changes, where a growing proportion of older adults seek greater independence and a healthier, more active ageing process. Through co-creation with older adults and local stakeholders, the project aims to develop an initiative that combines physical activity and social participation.

The research project applies the framework for complex interventions to evaluate both the effectiveness and the feasibility of a locally anchored, volunteer-based, low-threshold physical activity programme.

You can read more about STAS 65+ below.