SMDM Annual Meeting

The SMDM Annual Meeting is set to take place at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel in Oslo, Norway. This prominent event will feature renowned keynote speaker Sander van der Linden, PhD, a Professor of Social Psychology in Society at the University of Cambridge. Dr. van der Linden is celebrated as one of the leading experts on misinformation, social influence, and the psychology of decision-making. He directs the Social Decision-Making Lab at Cambridge, where his research focuses on the dynamics of how false information spreads and strategies to enhance societal resilience against it. His groundbreaking concept of psychological inoculation—comparable to how vaccines prepare the immune system against viruses—has significantly influenced global strategies aimed at countering manipulation and fostering public trust.In addition to the keynote presentation, attendees can take advantage of discounted accommodations available at several nearby hotels, including the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel itself, ensuring a comfortable stay during the event. For those traveling from abroad, it is important to consider visa requirements, which can be addressed by Torbjørn Wisløff, MSc, PhD, who will be present at the meeting. This event promises to be an enlightening experience for all participants, focusing on critical discussions surrounding health decision-making and the impact of misinformation.