The Danish research and innovation system relies on close cooperation between the various agents that conduct research, finance research, and translate new knowledge into innovative practice.
Publicly funded research is carried out primarily at universities and other higher educational institutions, in hospitals and clinics, within Approved Technological Institutions (GTS), in sector research institutions, as well as in museums and libraries. These institutions develop new knowledge and technology that can supply solutions for society in general.
Research is financed through the national budget and funds allotted to research. Grants for research and innovation may primarily be applied for through such national agencies as the Danish National Research Foundation, the Independent Research Fund Denmark, and Innovation Fund Denmark, as well as through regional appropriations, private foundations, and the EU Horizon Europe programme.
There are a number of innovation agents who play a central role in improving cooperation between research and industry. These agents include the Approved Technological Institutions (GTS), Innovation Centre Denmark (ICDK), advisory services for inventors, and technology transfer initiatives, all of which help introduce new knowledge to be applied in industry.
Read about the general structure for the provision of research and innovation.
