The region has strong research communities with a wide variety of specialties, ranging from basic research to contract research. There is a great deal of activity and expertise at the university and research institutes. The same is true of the Kristiansand region's business community, where as much as 60% of the research activity comes from.
University of Agder, UiA
Broad research, but with focus areas in e-health, integrated crisis management, artificial intelligence, mechatronics and marine coastal zone ecology.
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Norce
NORCE is a new and forward-looking research institute with a wide range of disciplines and strong knowledge environments. It delivers research and innovation within energy, health, climate, environment, society and technology.
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Institute of Marine Research
The largest marine research institute in Europe.
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Norwegian Institute for Water Research
Norway's most important environmental research institute for water-related issues. Works on a wide range of environmental, climate and resource issues.
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Oxford Research
Oxford Research is a Nordic research company. They document and develop knowledge through analysis, evaluations and studies to provide political and strategic actors with a better basis for decision-making.
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Mechatronics Innovation Lab
Pilot testing and development of products, existing production processes, systems and services.
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Future Materials Norwegian Catapult Center
Provides testing facilities, expertise and networks to develop sustainable advanced materials for your company's next products.
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