The philosopher is regarded as academic superstar by some, controversial activist by others. "Butler’s influence extends well beyond academia", says Amund Rake Hoffart.  

Trans people, indigenous peoples and consent law: Daniela Alaattinoğlu’s award-winning research challenges the Nordic region’s perception of itself as a leader on minority rights.

What is it like for a man when a woman considers abortion? Hege Follestad has gained insight into men’s fear and uncertainty in her doctoral dissertation.

Academic disagreement and critical engagement are essential to knowledge production. But the line is crossed when critique targets the person rather than the scholarship, writes Hande Eslen-Ziya. 

"It's striking how many women attend yoga classes and try alternative healing," says Suvi Salmenniemi, who is researching therapeutic culture.

An increasing number of far-right parties in Europe are led by women. Yet, these parties have relatively few women among their voters, members, and elected representatives, according to researchers.

"Knausgård's novel thematises men who can’t find their place in the modern masculine role," says Professor Inger Skjelsbæk.

There is, however, no doubt that reaching puberty early has an impact on school performance, according to a new study.

When the classical singer Ruth Reese arrived in Norway in 1956, she brought with her a strong commitment to fight racism and apartheid.