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The Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster is an international hub for cross-fertilization of ideas and collaborations between institutions, industries and disciplines.

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Mission & Vision

As part of an ambitious strategy to promote human health and the sustainability of society and the planet, the Novo Nordisk Foundation has established a cluster of research centres working within strategically important research areas. The Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster is a Cluster Organisation dedicated to amplifying the synergetic impact of these large research grants by connecting, supporting, and fostering cross-collaboration among the prominent Novo Nordisk Foundation Research Centres.

Founded in 2012, the Science Cluster has grown to encompass all major relevant Novo Nordisk Foundation grant holders, creating a robust network of scientific expertise. By providing a framework for synergy and collaboration across institutions and research fields, we aim to enhance the entire scientific landscape in the region.

Our core pillars include the large Novo Nordisk Foundation Research Centres, with whom we organise international conferences, impactful events, and strategic networking opportunities. Through these efforts, we strive to drive innovation and advance research that addresses critical global challenges.

Vision
For Denmark to be a world leading powerhouse for life science research and innovation.

Mission
To develop knowledge-based environments in which innovative and talented people can carry out research of the highest quality and translate discoveries into new treatments and solutions.

Ambition

Increase the visibility of research and innovation in Denmark

Recruit highly skilled researchers and talent to Denmark

Stimulate cross-pollination between academia, hospitals and industry

Contribute to a knowledge-based society

In order to fulfill these ambitions, we organise various activities designed to promote and encourage networking and knowledge-sharing activities, including conferences, collaboration events, career days and lectures.

“It is our ambition to help create a world-leading innovation environment in Denmark to drive transformation of science-based discoveries within life science and the green transition into solutions benefitting the health of people and sustainability of society.” Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen, CEO, Novo Nordisk Foundation

Activities & Meetings

To further promote and encourage collaboration as well as synergies, the Novo Nordisk Foundation has initiated a range of strategic networking and knowledge-sharing activities.

The Novo Nordisk Foundation continually strives to strengthen and expand the Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster.

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Strategic Activites

Researchers at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Centers collaborate with numerous partners including some of the most prominent research institutions in the world, in both the public and private sector. To further promote and encourage collaboration and synergy, the Novo Nordisk Foundation has initiated a range of networking and knowledge-sharing activities, including cluster collaboration events, career days and lectures. These are driven by the Novo Nordisk Foundation Science Cluster.