Networks, partners and collaborations
Collaborations and partnerships
Uppsala University collaborates in various forms with the surrounding community regionally, nationally, and internationally. Collaboration takes place in both education and research, through participation in networks, partnerships and various forms of collaboration.
Our strategic partnerships
With the ambition to contribute to societal benefit and innovation while strengthening the university's research and education, Uppsala University has agreements for strategic partnerships with a number of companies and organisations.
International collaborations
Uppsala university aims to strengthen its position as a leading international research university. International collaboration is a means and a strategy for achieving higher quality research and education.
Uppsala University Hospital – our most important collaboration
In cooperation with Uppsala University Hospital we train more than 3,000 physicians, nurses and other medical staff a year. We conduct world-leading research to create new treatments and solve the puzzles of serious diseases.
Our collaboration with Region Uppsala
Joint strategy for clinical research, innovation and education
Work with our students
Can you offer an internship or do you need new staff with the latest knowledge?
Initiative for newcomers and integration
Uppsala University has essential knowledge in a number of areas related to migration. We offer opportunities for continuing professional development for newcomers and collaborate closely with different actors in society.
Other international collaborations
Innovation programmes
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is part of EU’s Horizon 2020 which focuses on entrepreneurship and innovation in different areas. Uppsala University is an active participant in three of EIT’s six knowledge and innovation communities:
- EIT InnoEnergy (since 2010)
- EIT Raw Materials (since 2015)
- EIT Culture and Creativity (since 2022)
The cooperation in these innovation communities happens both at the national and European level with other higher education institutions and industry. Uppsala University contributes to these communities through courses, innovation projects and business-furthering activities.
Another strategic innovation programme where Uppsala University is both a participant and coordinator is Internet of Things Sweden.