K.G. Jebsen Academy for Young Medical Researchers
The Academy aims to promote talented young researchers and strengthen collaboration between the K. G. Jebsen Medical Centers. It was established in 2021 to support the development of young medical researchers and to encourage increased cooperation among researchers affiliated with the centers.
Based on an external evaluation, the board has decided to extend the Academy for a new four-year period (2025–2028). The Academy seeks to enhance future career opportunities and improve the utilization of research resources across the K. G. Jebsen Centers, as well as facilitate recruitment for translational research.
Members are offered support through meetings and networking activities focused on collaboration, research leadership, career development, and grant writing, with a particular emphasis on EU funding. The Academy has its own website with more information and a comprehensive presentation of its members.
In addition, the Academy awards prizes for the best scientific publication and the best popular science communication. The award ceremony takes place during the Autumn Gathering for the K.G. Jebsen Centers for Medical Research.
The Academy's members gathered at Refsnes Gods in the autumn of 2025.
The Academy in short
Facts about the Academy
Academy Leader: Brooke Wolford
Deputy Leader: Stein-Erik Gullaksen
Host Institution: University of Oslo (UiO), K.G. Jebsen Center for Cardiac Biomarkers
Project Leader: Professor Torbjørn Omland (Center Director)
Period: 2025–2028
Grant: NOK 2.5 million
The project´s steering groupe
Contact the Center
K.G. Jebsen Center for Cardiac Biomarkers
Academy Coordinator: Victoria Vinje
