We are thrilled to announce a landmark moment for the RECETAS project: our very first doctoral dissertation defense!
Annika Kolster, MD (University of Helsinki), publicly defended her groundbreaking thesis: « Supporting Health and Wellbeing Through Nature-Based Interventions in Primary Care »
This event is not just a personal achievement for Annika; it’s an importantmilestone for RECETAS, showcasing how nature-based interventions can transform healthcare and wellbeing. Annika’s research aligns perfectly with the RECETAS mission: integrating nature into urban health solutions. Her work explores how nature-based interventions can enhance health and wellbeing, offering a sustainable, holistic approach to modern healthcare.
Event Details
- Date & Time: April 24, 2026, 13:15 EET
- Location: Kielikeskus, Juhlasali, Fabianinkatu 26, Helsinki
- Opponent: Adjunct Professor Matilda van den Bosch (The University of British Columbia, Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), European Forest Institute)
- Custos: Associate Professor Merja Laine
- Watch the live stream: Live Stream Link
Making Headlines
Annika’s research is sparking conversations about the future of nature-based healthcare:
- Read the article in HBL Feature Finland’s leading Swedish-language newspaper
- Watch the Morning TV Programme Huomenta Suomi
- Read the article in the Finnish Physicians journal
- Watch the TV Programme Yle TV public service
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