The regional innovation support system
Östergötland’s innovation support system is well developed and built on a long tradition of collaboration between academia, industry, the public sector, and entrepreneurs. The support network includes a wide range of actors offering assistance throughout the innovation journey — from early ideas to internationally established companies.
LiU Innovation and Lead Business Incubator
- LiU Innovation provides advice and support to students, researchers, and employees on idea development, business creation, and financing.
- LEAD Business Incubator offers programs and resources for entrepreneurs seeking faster and more secure growth, whether through research-based spin offs or new startups.
Key actors strengthening Life Science development in the region include:
Linköping Science Park is a municipally owned company that supports the growth and development of more than 350 companies with around 6,500 employees. It brings together high-tech, innovative, and successful firms with international reputations, most of which have strong connections to research at Linköping University.
Norrköping Science Park provides an attractive environment where companies in the field can establish their first commercial production and grow together.
LiU Holding AB and LiU Invest AB facilitates commercialization and investment by collaborating with Linköping University, the municipalities of Linköping and Norrköping, and Region Östergötland. Its mission is to ensure that the university and the regional innovation system are perceived as active and innovative players in society.
Examples of areas where the innovation support system can assist include:
- Identifying potential innovations in research projects.
- Supporting entrepreneurs in both early-stage and scale-up phases.
- Identifying public funding opportunities.
- Analyzing production processes and value chains.
- Evaluating and developing business models.
- Facilitating contacts with researchers, public actors, and other relevant stakeholders for planned establishment.
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