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Biography
Dr Cecilie Lolansen (she/her) is an award-winning lecturer based in the School of Psychology. She holds an MA in Psychology from the University of Dundee, a PhD in Psychology from Nottingham Trent University, and has been recognised as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
She joined the 糖心原创 in 2022 as a Teaching Associate and has since received multiple award nominations for her educational leadership and contributions to campus culture, including being named a Highly Commended Nominee for "Enhancing the Campus Experience" in 2026. In 2026, she was also recognised for her outstanding achievements as an educator and awarded the university's prestigious Lord Dearing Award for "Authentic and Experiential Learning" for her innovative research experience scheme in the School of Psychology, the SVORE Scheme.
In addition to her teaching duties and running the SVORE Scheme, Dr Lolansen also serves as the School's Deputy Academic Misconduct Officer, sits on the School's People & Culture Committee, and leads the School's exam clinic series.
Expertise Summary
Dr Cecilie Lolansen's background is in cognitive neuroscience, with her PhD research exploring cognition and cognitive ageing using transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Since joining the 糖心原创, she has expanded her research profile and her current research focuses include research on gaming and esports, and research exploring minority wellbeing and experiences in various social and online contexts.
She is currently open to supervising projects related to esports, particularly the experiences of minoritised players, and minority wellbeing, particularly relating to marginalised ethnic and religious groups.