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Despite the substantial investments in BSOs (Big Science Organisations) and their importance in scientific and technological advancements, there is limited understanding of their unique roles in fostering innovation, facilitating knowledge spillover, and enhancing human capital development in industry. Erika Dietrichson's PhD project "Innovation impact of big science organisations - Conditions, interactions, and knowledge spillover" aims to address the knowledge gap described above. In connection with her forthcoming defence of her PhD project, Erika has given us a sneak peak of her findings and how they can impact future studies and policies. “By highlighting the unique capabilities and impacts of BSOs, this research paves the way for future studies and policies that further integrate these organizations into national and international innovation strategies. It proposes that enhancing collaborations with BSOs could significantly contribute to advancing global scientific capabilities, industrial innovation, and economic development, suggesting a shift in how we perceive and utilize these powerhouses of innovation and research within the broader knowledge economy”. Explore more 👇 On Monday 24 June 2024, Erika will defend her PhD project 🍀 Details are included in the link below. Jason Li-Ying, Lars Alkaersig, Francesco Rosati #BSO #knowledgeproduction #industrialinnovation #PhD #DTUdk #DKforsk #DKpol

Exciting Update! Princy Sahu, a motivated Masters student at Harz University of Applied Sciences (Germany), shared the results of interviews conducted with start-ups in the Irpinia region. Link to the video ---> https://lnkd.in/dQggNrbp Gain valuable insights into the entrepreneurial landscape and innovation potential. 🚀🌐 #ResearchFindings #IrpiniaStartups #InnovationManagement

The journey begins! A talented group of colleagues and myself have successfully applied for the EXIST-Forschungsstransfer grant from the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK). We are converting the next-generation exosuits we designed in our research into a market-ready product that can put life in your hands once again. Check out this article to learn more: Powered Orthotics receives EXIST Transfer of Research - University Heidelberg (https://lnkd.in/e5ga-S2v) We could not have achieved this without help from our fantastic supporters and mentors. A special thanks to Leila Prof. Dr. Harhaus, Prof. Rüdiger Rupp, Prof. Lorenzo Masia, University Hospital Heidelberg (UKHD), BG Klinik Ludwigshafen, University of Heidelberg, Amina Daca and the talented people at hei_INNOVATION and of course many, many more. But we’re not doing this alone; we need the collective support of a growing community. I encourage anyone curious about how our solutions work or are interested in getting involved to reach out and get in touch. #exist  #lifescience #exoskeleton #medtech #startup #entrepreneurship

Is Denmark closer to getting our own ‘Kendall Square’?   Yes! Denmark has a lot to offer within the quantum and life science sectors. We have plenty of great educational institutions, hospitals, and research centers, many of which are clustered here at Nørrebro, Copenhagen where BioInnovation Institute is also located.   However, to become one of the top innovation hubs in the world - which is indeed possible - we must still foster an environment that can facilitate dynamic collaborations between the important players. Now we might be one step closer.   Today, Københavns Kommune, University of Copenhagen (Københavns Universitet) and the Danish Government launched a new collaboration with the aim to create a new ‘Innovation District Copenhagen’ for life science and quantum technologies.   I had the pleasure of showing the delegation around the potential new ‘Innovation District Copenhagen as well as the facilities of BioInnovation Institute together with David Dreyer Lassen from Copenhagen University. It was also my pleasure to showcase two of our startups – Ampa Medical and QunaSys – two good examples of how we can innovate good research and ideas that will benefit all of us in the future.   Danish companies and research from the universities within life science and quantum technology have the skills to devise and deliver solutions to several of the world’s challenges, and at BII we and our startups are already well underway.   Since 2018, BII has supported over 100 startups which together have raised 4.2 billion Danish kroner, created more than 600 jobs and attracted international talent and investments to Denmark.   But if life science is to be a position of strength that Denmark can live off of in the future, it requires even more collaborations across universities, educational institutions, hospitals, and industry. I am enthusiastic about the commitment of Copenhagen Municipality, University of Copenhagen and the Danish Government to work together on further strengthening the life science and quantum ecosystem located here at the heart of Copenhagen.   With our joint efforts, Innovation District Copenhagen can indeed become the European equivalent of Kendall Square. I can't wait to get started with fulfilling the great ambitions outlined today.   Read more here (in Danish): https://bit.ly/4bbgn4B

Published new data that shows Oxford ranked third most intensive science and innovation cluster in the world. This is part of my annual Global Innovation Index (GII - https://lnkd.in/g8EDvft) a pulse check on the state of innovation, to be published in full next week. I’m proud of the role the University, including our School, has played in this result, through our exceptional research and our thriving innovation ecosystem. In today’s age of breakneck technological advances and significant environmental challenges, the GII has never been more important. Over the last 16 years it has helped to shape the innovation policies and agenda in many countries, and this year will be no exception. Saïd Business School, University of Oxford https://lnkd.in/egaJCymD

DST organizes a national brainstorming session on “Transforming Science, Technology and Innovation Ecosystem of India” The Department of Science and Technology (DST) organized the session at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi on May 22, 2024. The day-long discussions were centered on various key areas such as research and innovation; equity and inclusion; international cooperation; and the science, technology, and innovation governance. Experts from diverse fields participated in the event to deliberate on developing a robust and forward-looking science policy framework. The expected outcomes from the sessions are to develop a comprehensive roadmap for national science policy development, identify specific policy recommendation., foster collaboration, and establish a platform for ongoing dialogue and collaborative policy development efforts. https://lnkd.in/ghPJnX9X

🚀 Monumental step forward in recognizing brilliance in Science, Technology, and Innovation with the introduction of the "Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar." 🏆 A new wave of innovation and excellence 🇮🇳🔬💡 #RashtriyaVigyanPuraskar #Science #Technology #Innovation #Research #Product #Innovators #Scientists Details at https://lnkd.in/dwV2_ZmE

We were so honored to have Dr. William Paiva speak to Dr. Zheng Han's Introduction to BME class in the UCO School of Engineering! Dr. Paiva spoke about his experience as a venture capitalist in the biotech sector, as a professor at Oklahoma State University, and as the Executive Director of the OSU Center for Health Systems Innovation. This was a very insightful talk with some great tips for our beginning BME students at the University of Central Oklahoma! #ucoengineering #ucostem #ucocms #ucobronchos

Entrepreneurship and academic life may at first glance seem like contrasting worlds that are difficult to unite. However, they can actually complement each other, especially in the realms of applied and health-related sciences. While scientists working on fundamental natural science challenges may strive to have their work immortalized in textbooks or even earn them a Nobel Prize one day, our primary focus is on creating a substantial and immediate impact on society. This could involve pioneering a novel cure for an incurable disease or introducing cutting-edge products that have the potential to transform people's lives. I recently had the opportunity to discuss this intricate balance between entrepreneurship and academia in an interview with Ghita Nidam Møller for Science Report. For more insights on this, please check out the link below: https://lnkd.in/g9KJv59X #entrepreneurlife #academiclife #cyborganic #innovation DTU Health Tech DTU - Technical University of Denmark

The Anusandhan Research Foundation (ANRF) Act have been brought into force on February 5, 2024 in line with the commitment of the Government to boost #Research and #Innovation as the fulcrum of growth and development of the country. This will seed, grow and promote R&D and foster a culture of research and innovation throughout India’s universities, colleges, research institutions, and R&D laboratories. The Government has appointed Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST) as the interim Chief Executive Officer of ANRF. ANRF is a government’s strong move to provide a high-level strategic direction for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the fields of natural sciences including mathematical sciences, engineering and technology, environmental and earth sciences, health and agriculture and have long-term effect, long term outcomes for each citizen. “The #ANRF act coming into force is a heartening piece of news for #Scientists, #Researchers, innovators and #startups . The ANRF, operationalized by the DST, aims to boost R&D funding from various sources including industry, encouraging private sector involvement. It will also promote interdisciplinary research, with the goal of propelling India into the league of developed nations and making the country a global science and research player during the Amritkaal. ANRF will efficiently involve state universities and institutions and catapult to the league of developed nations pioneering new research in frontiers area. #universities #academia #industries #innovation