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The aim of the Lund University and Sparbanken Skåne’s Prize for Future Innovations is to promote an innovation-friendly culture within the University, and to encourage more new ideas that can lead to future innovations. We welcome ideas and projects within all disciplines. Who can apply? Only employees and students at Lund University can apply for the award. If you are several people involved in o

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/futureinnovations/competition-terms-and-conditions - 2026-08-11

Are you employed or a student at Lund University and thinking of how your ideas or research results can benefit society? We would love to help! Fill in your contact details, we will be in touch soon. E-mail (required) Please use your Lund University e-mail, it will help us to guide you in the right direction. Phone number Your message If you want, you can add just a few sentences about your idea o

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Lund University is an innovative university. And we will continue to be! We support and inspire so that more ideas and research results can have an impact on society. Do not miss this We have developed a model to be able to support projects and companies in sustainability at an early stage – financially, socially and environmentally. LU Innovation's Sustainability Model   Want us to visit? We orga

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/our-services/tips-inspiration - 2026-08-11

She loves being a researcher because it’s a liberal profession that lets her satisfy her curiosity and test out her ideas. After 30 years as a chemist, Rajni Hatti-Kaul’s curiosity still drives her research, but she has also branched out to start several businesses. Starting her first business wasn’t obvious to Rajni. She is a professor in biotechnology, who was researching ways of using bacteria,

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/worst-can-happen-it-doesnt-work - 2026-08-11

Over just a few months, Visslan got ready to go to market, hired its first employee, and moved from VentureLab’s incubator to Minc in Malmö. The figures behind Visslan are 21-year-old students and high school friends Daniel Vaknine, Måns Skogman and Elias Hirschfeld. The company was formed after new EU legislation ruled that all major companies had to have a whistleblower service. Visslan’s soluti

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/weve-grown-quite-quickly-during-programme - 2026-08-11

His ideas are not typical commercial projects. Ideas in plural, because Ryszard Bobrowicz, doctoral student in Practical Theology at the Faculty of Humanities and Theology, actually runs two different innovation projects. “Little did I know that my biggest issues would concern where to focus my efforts – there were so many interesting things to do! I was really surprised how quickly things develop

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/there-are-so-many-possibilities - 2026-08-11

Working as a psychologist, Katarina Kjell recognised the need to make the diagnosis and follow-up of mental health care easier. As she explored this in her research, it soon became clear – they were on to a good thing. Along with her colleagues, Katarina formed Ablemind, a company that develops technology to better diagnose and follow up on mental illness among the population. Based on the promisi

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/we-want-do-good-and-we-know-we-can-make-difference - 2026-08-11

Surgeon Gabriel Börner has developed a tool for effectively closing incisions after abdominal surgery. When he started the company and developed his innovation, he was surprised to find so much available support. For just over a decade, Gabriel Börner has worked as an emergency surgeon at Helsingborg Hospital (Helsingborgs lasarett). As well as performing operations, he’s working on a dissertation

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/surgeon-opening-new-experiences - 2026-08-11

Many innovators need capital to realise their vision. Elevate helps early-stage startups from Lund University prepare for their first investment. Expect a high-paced programme with frequent meetings, and shared learning.   During Elevate, you will:Meet investors during our "Guest and Pitch" sessions.Have regular meetings with our innovation coachesAccess our co-working space at VenturelabParticipa

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/about-lu-innovation/programme-elevate-get-ready-raise-capital-three-months - 2026-08-11

For researchers: Sustainable Idea Exploration Apply for funding to develop your early-stage sustainable idea.Currently, closed for applications.  For students: Scholarships for early-stage ideas Apply for funding to work full-time on your idea for 3 months during the summer.Visit the Leapfrogs page to learn more.  For all employees: The Sustainable Proposal Testbed Apply for funding to use Lund Un

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/lund-university-sustainability-fund - 2026-08-11

A great chance to let your research make a difference Sustainable Idea Exploration 2025 is now closed for applications Solar cells of the future, the optimal solution to a global carbon tax or a policy that creates peace? Your idea can be a piece of the puzzle in the transition to a sustainable society. This is an opportunity to explore the innovative potential and fund activities outside the scop

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/sustainable-idea-exploration - 2026-08-11

Do you have an idea that tackle one of our global challenges? Apply to get 40,000 SEK to work with it! This is an opportunity to work full-time with your business idea during the summer months. The purpose of this scholarship is to support the development of early ideas aiming to create sustainable impact. The scholarship is open to all students at Lund University – no matter orientation of study,

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/lund-university-sustainability-fund/students-early-stage-ideas - 2026-08-11

Are you considering applying for a patent? Or are you unsure whether it is even possible? LU Innovation has innovation developers who are experts in intellectual property law and have extensive experience with patents and the protection of ideas. By using intellectual property rights we can help you build a strong business. IPR of Academic staffIn Sweden researchers own the rights to their finding

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/about-lu-innovation/ipr-patent - 2026-08-11

Do you want to use Lund University as a testbed to become a more sustainable organisation? Now there is an opportunity to contribute to Lund University's transition to sustainable operations and apply for funding through the Sustainable Proposal Testbed to make your idea a reality. A sustainable workplace – from idea to reality Lund University is deeply committed to its sustainability strategy and

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/lund-university-sustainability-fund/all-employees-sustainable-proposal-testbed - 2026-08-11

If you have questions you can not find the answers to here, do not hesitate to contact us! About the Sustainability Fund Who can apply? To apply for grants and scholarships within the Sustainability Fund you must be a student or employee at Lund University. Close I am a visiting researcher, am I eligible? Yes, as long as you have ongoing research at Lund University, you are eligible to apply. Clos

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/lund-university-sustainability-fund/about-sustainability-fund/qa-sustainability-fund - 2026-08-11

Students, researchers and employees at Lund University: Book a meeting with our innovation developers for guidance on developing your research, ideas, or learning about our services. Use the scheduling tool below to book a meeting. You'll receive confirmation via email, and a meeting link from the innovation developer. Need help with booking? Email info [at] innovation [dot] lu [dot] se
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A struggle with herself is how Tania Ramos Moreno describes the worst part about developing research results further and starting a company. But now, that struggle seems to be gone – replaced with enthusiasm and a strong will to make a difference.   – Will it work out? Can I handle it? Do I dare to do it? I fought against myself. But I decided to try my best. And I am very happy I did, says Tania

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/tania-embraced-ride - 2026-08-11

The fund finances projects that promote sustainable development and reduce the University’s impact on the climate. Lund University has big goals to reduce the negative impact on the climate and environment of its operations. At the same time, there is great potential to harness new ideas and use our organisations as test beds for developing sustainable solutions for society as a whole.A university

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/lund-university-sustainability-fund/about-sustainability-fund - 2026-08-11

Science for Society 1 and 2 were Interreg-funded projects with the aim to strengthen the creation of research-based growth, innovation and value in the ØKS region. Science for Society 1.0 Science for Society 1.0 was a collaboration between Aalborg Universitet, Aarhus Universitet, Lund University, Oslotech and Oslo University, from 2016 to 2018. The Science for Society project was aimed at solving

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/about-lu-innovation/interreg-project-science-society - 2026-08-11

Lund University students August Eriksson and Samuel Amant want to accelerate the use of seaweed – a sustainable alternative to everything from plastic to hamburgers. Seaweed is trending thanks to many aspects: it can absorb as much co2 as the forest per hectare, meaning it increases the oxygen levels in the water. Seaweed also enriches the marine life and ecosystems around the farm. According to t

https://www.innovation.lu.se/en/biggest-part-journey-still-ahead-seaweed-startup-about-winning-future-innovations-award-2022 - 2026-08-11