Materials Connection Arena is an initiative that strengthens collaboration between academia and industry in the field of materials technology. The focus is on developing expertise, identifying research initiatives, and innovation in Northern Central Sweden. By increasing knowledge, offering proximity to advanced technology, and through joint efforts, the arena will contribute to a more sustainable and circular industry.
Materials Connection Arena is a new initiative to build a strong knowledge environment in an area that Dalarna has historically been strong in, materials technology. Companies and academia in Dalarna, Gävleborg and Värmland will have access to advanced equipment and collaboration with researchers, while new educational opportunities are created in the region. The aim is to strengthen innovation, contribute to sustainable growth and increase the transition to a circular economy.
The initiative is led by Dalarna Science Park together with five partners: IUC Dalarna, Dalarna University, University of Gävle, Karlstad University and Bergsskolan in Filipstad. By bringing together actors from both academia and industry, an arena is created where new solutions can be developed and tested in practice.
The aim of the initiative
The aim is to establish a strong knowledge arena for materials characterization, linking business needs with academic research. The arena will:
- Strengthening collaboration between academia and business
- Building skills and training opportunities in materials engineering
- Attracting excellence to the region
- Contributing to the development of the circular economy through new materials knowledge
- Increasing the use of advanced technologies in research and innovation
Facts
Project period: 2025-07-01 to 2029-06-30
Total budget: SEK 37 743 576
Funding: European Regional Development Fund, Region Dalarna, Sparbanksstiftelsen Dalarna, Hugo Carlssons Stiftelse
Project owner: Dalarna Science Park
Project partners: IUC Dalarna, University of Gävle, Dalarna University, Karlstad University, Bergsskolan i Filipstad and Sustainable Steel Region
