We are convinced that with scientific research, both fundamental and applied, we can help people to connect in ways that matter.

Therefore, our teams main aim is to improve social connection, and we focus on four subgoals:
(1) Understand and define the characteristics of social connection, improving its measurement, identification, and analysis.
(2) Identify what drivers shape disconnection and connection, including people’s physical and social living environment.
(3) Map needs of individuals and communities regarding connections that matter for them, fostering public engagement.
(4) Design strategies on the national, local, community and individual level, and inform policy on promoting social connection and preventing disconnection.
(5) Understanding the role of social connection in health and health behaviour