Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The innovation perspective at University West is broad. It encompasses new ways of creating societal value whether through a product, a process, a method, or an organization.
There are well‑developed structures and collaborative partners in place to support both students and the university’s teachers and researchers.
Co-production and Utilisation
Through long-term involvement in Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) and collaborative platforms for research, utilisation, and education, University West has succeeded in realising the idea of impact and contributing to societal benefit.
At University West, researchers, teachers, students, and industry partners work together. In several areas, equipment, staff, and facilities are shared. This approach enhances collaboration and co‑production of knowledge and expertise.
Through our collaboration platforms, joint development takes place to foster growth and innovation. Currently, we work through the platforms Societal Impact Hub West, Hälsoakademin Väst, and Production Technology Centre (PTC).
Close Collaboration with Innovatum Science Park
We work in close collaboration with Innovatum Science Park to inspire students and to support researchers, teachers, and students in advancing their innovation ideas. Together, we organise lecture series, business idea competitions, and other entrepreneurship‑promoting activities.
Markus Sulkupuro, business advisor at Innovatum Science Park’s incubator, also works as an innovation advisor at University West, supporting the university's students and researchers.
Contact Us!
Markus Sulkupuro
markus.sulkupuro@innovatum.se
+46 72 083 60 08