[RESEARCH WORK] Celebrating a Milestone in Nature-Based Health Research!

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 »

• Read the thesis abstract and details: Link to Thesis
  

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 pioneering work has already gained recognition in Finland’s leading Swedish-language newspaper, HBL. Her research is sparking conversations about the future of nature-based healthcare.

• Read the article in HBL Feature