Research Groups VID has established thematic research groups to strengthen our research. Basic questions in professional education and practice (GRUPP)Church and practice (CAP)Ecotheology, Sustainability and Education (ØkoBu)Existential Perspectives in Research and Practice (EXIST)Family Therapy and Systemic Practice Research (FAMSYS)Health Promotion and Interaction in a Life Course Perspective (HELSELiv)Leadership, Organization, and Values in Practice (LOVIP)Migration, Religion and Intercultural Relations (MIGREL)Professional Education and Practice (ProPrax)Research on the Intercultural History of Christianity (RethinC)Spiritual care in nursing and healthcare (SPIRCARE)Sustainable healthcare and welfare technology (SHWT)User involvement in health and welfare services (BRUHEV)