Dr. Marie Jensen

Biography

Marie Pil Jensen is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Southern Denmark specializing in the evaluation of complex interventions with a strong emphasis on mixed methods process evaluation and implementation research. Her work primarily focuses on quantitative assessments of multi-component interventions, having extensively engaged in projects within secondary educational settings, particularly in vocational schools and high schools. Jensen's research addresses critical public health issues such as the use of tobacco and nicotine products, physical inactivity, and mental health. Currently, she is involved in a postdoctoral project aimed at preventing childhood overweight and promoting healthy weight development, which involves collaboration with municipal community health services and focuses on supporting first-time parents and community health nurses in implementing effective interventions. Key aspects of her research include planning and conducting mixed methods evaluations, identifying barriers and facilitators to implementation, and evaluating implementation strategies and outcomes. Her recent work also includes investigating the implementation of Denmark's national smoke-free policy in vocational schools. Throughout her career, she has developed a keen interest in the intersection of health promotion, educational settings, and community health.

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