Welcome to Synapse – Life Science Connect

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Partners and foundations support our events and activities.

Our partners

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Aarhus University

The main campus of Aarhus University (AU) is located in the middle of Aarhus. Rooted in strong disciplines, researchers and students have been generating new knowledge here for over 90 years. Aarhus University is Denmark’s second-largest university, with 38,000 students, five faculties, research activities all over the country and campuses in Aarhus, Herning and Emdrup. Research and education of the highest international quality are at the core of our mission, and strong partnerships with our society are at the heart of our activities. Thanks to its size and reputation as a leading research-intensive university, Aarhus University has strong impact and influence across the entire spectrum of disciplines, locally, nationally and globally.

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Apotekarsocieteten sponsored event

Apotekarsocieteten, the Swedish Pharmaceutical Society, is a non-profit organization for professionals engaged in the field of pharmaceuticals and medical technology. The aim of the organization is to support research and innovation in medicines and healthcare, and to promote high professional standards through supporting education and professional development.

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Bain & Company

Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm advising companies across industries, helping some of the worlds (and Nordics) largest businesses with strategy, M&A, digitalization, and operational improvements to drive growth and innovation; as a life sciences student, you will work as a consultant assisting companies across different industries including life science, pharma, and healthcare, focusing on close collaboration with clients, delivering measurable results through tailored solutions that foster sustainable growth, while benefiting from a strong culture of teamwork and personal development.

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BioInnovation Institute

BII offers entrepreneurially-minded researchers or anyone with a research-based idea help to bring interdisciplinary ideas to life and research to market. We offer state-of-the-art facilities and various funding opportunities, as well as partnerships and programs with technical, scientific and commercial experts. Our main focus is health tech, bio-industrials and therapeutics. We envision that strong collaborations, a passion for science, and an open mind will foster research-based innovation and viable start-ups. BII does not work for profit but for the benefit of human welfare and society around the globe. BII is a Novo Nordisk Foundation initiative. In the first three years of operation, until the end of 2020, BII has been granted DKK 392 million. After this establishment phase has been evaluated, the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Board of Directors will decide whether to establish BII as an independent foundation and grant funding for the next seven years of operation.

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Copenhagen Capacity

We use Copenhagen’s strong international brand, Eastern Denmark’s unique business strengths, and Denmark’s attractive business climate to attract knowledge and resources from around the world. Our goal is to create sustainable changes that help the country tackle its most significant societal challenges. We are a not-for-profit business foundation, funded by both public entities and private foundations and companies.

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Høiberg

HØIBERG is a full-service patent law firm located in Denmark, which is providing services within the fields of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), including patents, designs, innovation management, technology transfer and business development. HØIBERG provides expert IPR knowledge in the fields ranging from biotech, medtech, nanotech, chemistry and cleantech to software, electronics and mechanics.

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HortenDahl

HortenDahl is a full-service law firm with more than 60 years’ experience and 320 employees, which is specialised within sectors characterised by strict regulation or where technological development and innovative approaches are fundamental – such as energy and supply, Life Science and Healthcare, IT, technology and media as well as the public sector. We use our special expertise within regulated areas proactively to solve complex problems and think innovatively, be it new energy forms, advanced technology or cooperation between public and private parties.

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KMP+ House of Mentoring

KMP+ House of Mentoring is a consulting house based in Denmark. We operate globally and our mentoring programmes include participants from over 30 countries, reflecting a diverse and extensive international reach. We offer expert knowledge, experienced consultants, software, as well as training programmes, a wide range of supporting resources and ongoing support to ensure highly effective and succesful mentoring in your organisation.

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Lund Sustainability Week

The Sustainability week is an annual event in Lund organised as a joint venture by Lund University and Lund municipality. The week serves as a platform for bringing together ideas, cross-disciplinary collaborations, raising public awareness and for inspiring sustainable change.

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Medicon Valley Alliance

Medicon Valley Alliance's (MVA) vision is to be a well-known and respected member-driven contributor to the realization and positioning of Medicon Valley as the most competitive and vital life science cluster in northern Europe. MVA is committed to realising the potential of Medicon Valley by facilitating networking and knowledge sharing, collaboration, analysing challenges and potentials, and mobilising support from key opinion leaders.

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Merck

Merck is a vibrant team of specialists in Electronics, Healthcare and Life Science. We share a love of science and a passion for technology.

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Novartis

Novartis is one of the world's leading life science companies. We work to develop the most groundbreaking treatments for people with unmet medical needs. In Denmark, we collaborate with skilled healthcare professionals in hospitals and medical centers. In addition, we are one of the life science companies with the most clinical trials taking place in the country. We also work with patient associations and all other key players in the healthcare system, who share our ambition to eliminate serious diseases.

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Novonesis

At Novonesis, we believe solutions rooted in biology are key to tackling the challenges our world faces. Leveraging the power of enzymes, proteins, and microorganisms, we create sustainable biosolutions spanning 30 industries, that fuel the world, benefit the environment, reduce the use of fossil-based resources and hold immense untapped potential to instigate essential world change.

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Novo Nordisk Fonden

The Novo Nordisk Foundation is an independent Danish foundation with corporate interests. The Foundation has two objectives: 1) to provide a stable basis for the commercial and research activities of the companies in the Novo Group (Novo Nordisk A/S and Novozymes A/S) 2) to support scientific, humanitarian and social causes.

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Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

Founded in 1829, DTU is one of Denmark’s foremost institutions of higher learning. Recognized internationally as an elite technical university, we offer excellent study programmes, providing you with the freedom to pursue your passions and translate them into technology with global impact.

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Tuborgfondet

Tuborgfondet is supporting Synapse' efforts to inspire, develop and connect life science students with central players in the life-science industry to give students the opportunities to make informed career decisions on the job market the are about to enter! This grant supports Synapse’ efforts to “Explore New Areas” both with an increased online presence as well as a larger presence at major university cities in Denmark including Aarhus, Aalborg and Odense. “Exploring New Areas” seeks to bring our Synapse Flagship Programs to students located in Denmark including Synapse Career Fair, Mentorship Program and programs focusing on important aspects of clinical trials and biobusiness. In 2024, Synapse hosted its first ever Clinical Summer School taken place at Aarhus University bringing local and national industry players to discuss clinical trials with life science students. Furthermore, Synapse is working on bringing essential life-science ecosystem knowledge on to our digital platforms creating interviews with role models and guides to different areas of the life science job market.

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UCPH Lighthouse

We are the Innovation Center at UCPH. We offer support, community and interdisciplinary working spaces for students who - Want to use their knowledge and creativity to make a difference - Dream of getting practical experience while studying - Wish to develop their competencies and be better prepared for the future

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University of Copenhagen

Driven by intellectual creativity and critical thinking since 1479, researchers and students at the University of Copenhagen have expanded horizons and contributed to moving the world forward. With its 5,000 researchers and 37,500 students, the University boasts an international research and study environment and is highly ranked on the leading ranking lists of the world's best universities. The University offers researchers and students the opportunity to develop their talent and launches ambitious interdisciplinary initiatives to support its strong academic communities. Through research-based teaching – and by involving them in research – students are equipped to address society's challenges and needs.

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Partners

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Supporting foundation

Supporting university

Aarhus University

Apotekarsocieteten sponsored event

Bain & Company

BioInnovation Institute

Copenhagen Capacity

Høiberg

HortenDahl

KMP+ House of Mentoring

Lund Sustainability Week

Medicon Valley Alliance

Merck

Novartis

Novonesis

Novo Nordisk Fonden

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

Tuborgfondet

UCPH Lighthouse

University of Copenhagen

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