Umeå University is not an academic island. We seek to share our knowledge and our research findings. External contacts are of extreme importance, as is an on-going dialogue with the general public, with the public sector and with industry.
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To this end, we have established special resources aimed at building bridges of understanding and mutual enlightenment between education/research and society/industry. Among these special resources are organisations such as the Research Support and Collaboration Office and Uminova Innovation.
The Research Support and Collaboration Office serves as a key point of contact and support for companies, organisations, and public authorities interested in collaborating with Umeå University. Please feel free to contact us if you need assistance developing a collaboration idea, want to explore ways to engage with our students and researchers, or wish to enhance your professional skills through contract education.
We also provide guidance and support to university researchers seeking funding, including from the EU’s Framework Programme (Horizon Europe). These types of funding opportunities often foster collaboration and aim to increase the impact of research and innovation in society.
The Research Support and Collaboration Office
International Office works with university-wide questions pertaining to internationalisation. We are a strategic support for the university management, faculties and departments in implementing the university's internationalisation strategy and achieving the goals in its vision.
International Office manages and coordinates the university's participation in several international cooperations, networks and projects, for example: Erasmus+, Nordplus, Linnaeus-Palme, the Nordic Centre in India and the Nordic Centre in Fudan.
Companies in need of research skills can obtain help through Uminova Innovation AB. Our main aim is to stimulate an exchange of knowledge, ideas and experience between the University and the industry. Uminova Innovation AB is a gateway to the research resources available at the University, but it is also a gateway to the industry for researchers.
Our centre catalogues, investigates and evaluates research results from the point of view of commercial viability. When research is found to be of commercial interest, we can assist the researcher through all the necessary steps to establishing a company.
Confidentiality, the principle of public access to official documents, and the rights to research outcomes. Learn more about the regulations that apply when collaborating with our researchers or teaching staff.
The Research Support and Collaboration Office is here to assist companies, organisations, and public authorities looking to collaborate with Umeå University.
Feel free to contact us if you are interested in exploring collaboration opportunities, discovering ways to connect with our students and researchers, or enhancing your professional skills.
Email us: fos@umu.se
You can also reach out directly to one of Umeå University's departments or units
