Innovation – Knowledge in use
Research from UiO forms the basis for new solutions to important societal needs.
By promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, we ensure that our research can be transformed into solutions with significant value for society.
We facilitate innovation in several ways: through units that support students and staff in innovation processes, through collaboration with the business sector, and through new meeting places that foster innovation.
Units and programmes
Science Impact 2026
A full day of research, innovation, and great networking opportunities for academia, the public sector, the institute sector, startups, and industry 21 October. Part of Oslo Innovation Week.
News
Innovation resources for student and young researchers
Offers for students
The Life Science Building and Oslo Science City
To develop excellent knowledge and put it to use requires good facilitation at all levels. UiO is currently engaged in several major construction and development projects that will lay the foundation for future research, education, and innovation activities.

Life Science Building
Norway's largest university building will provide space for versatile research, education and collaboration between various disciplines and stakeholders.

Norway's first innovation district provides the ecosystems we need to solve tomorrow's challenges.