A Stronger Life Science Ecosystem: New Project Connects Hagastaden, Flemingsberg & Uppsala
We had the honour of joining partners and peers for the launch of the Cluster Engine Life Science Flemingsberg, an EU-funded initiative dedicated to strengthening Sweden’s life science ecosystem and supporting the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the sector. The launch event was a powerful reminder of just how connected our region […]
Bridging Borders: INL Visits Hagastaden Innovation District
The Park Forskaren had the pleasure of welcoming representatives from the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) as part of their benchmarking visit to the Hagastaden Innovation District. Their stop in Stockholm included engaging sessions with Karolinska Institutet and a deeper dive into our vibrant innovation ecosystem here at Forskaren. The visit focused on key areas […]
Hagastaden Nominated for GIID’s Lighthouse Award: A Global Spotlight on Stockholm’s Innovation District
Hagastaden, the dynamic innovation district bridging Stockholm and Solna, has been nominated for the prestigious Lighthouse Award at the inaugural Global Institute on Innovation Districts (GIID) Global Summit Awards. The Lighthouse Award celebrates established innovation districts that have made significant impacts through their unique research and development capabilities, contributing substantially to local and regional growth […]
When the Applause Fades, the Conversations Begin: TEDxKI Afterparty at The Park
Bold ideas echoed through Aula Medica during TEDxKI 2025, an event themed “Unwritten Letters”. It was a day filled with personal stories, powerful performances, and unfiltered truths that touched on everything from global conflict to climate crisis, from silence in prisons to voices that save lives. But the magic didn’t end when the stage lights […]
A Night of Insight and Inspiration: KI Alumni x Students Networking Event at The Park
The Park Forskaren’s vibrant space came alive with ambition, curiosity, and meaningful conversations as we welcomed the KI Alumni x Students Networking Event — an evening dedicated to connection, career guidance, and the collaborative spirit of the Karolinska Institutet (KI) community. In partnership with the Business Committee Medicinska Föreningen, and with support from The Park, […]
Welcome, Startup People (SUP), to The Park Forskaren!
We are excited to welcome Startup People (SUP) as a partner to our thriving community at The Park Forskaren! SUP is a platform dedicated to supporting founders and startup operators, providing them with a strong network and the resources they need to grow and succeed. Their journey began in 2013 in Stockholm as SUP46, quickly […]
Spark at The Park: A Celebration of Innovation and Connection
Hagastaden’s innovation district was buzzing with energy last Thursday as over 100 attendees gathered at The Park for Spark at The Park, an afternoon packed with insights, pitches, and powerful networking. Kicking Off with the Power of PR The event opened with a keynote from Oliver Wheeler (Founder & CEO) and Rob Lester (MD) at […]
Las Rozas Innova Explores Collaborative Opportunities with The Park Forskaren
In a significant move to foster international collaboration, a delegation from Las Rozas Innova, the Public Innovation Company of Las Rozas City Council in Spain, visited The Park Forskaren in Stockholm’s innovation district to explore new partnership opportunities between Spain and Sweden’s innovation ecosystems. This valuable connection was made by Antonio Bermejo from Abego Pharma […]
Hagastaden and Flemingsberg: Exploring New Frontiers in Innovation and Collaboration
What connects two thriving innovation districts with a world-class hospital, leading universities, and a growing life science community? A shared purpose. This was at the heart of discussions as we welcomed a delegation from Flemingsberg—a district that, much like Hagastaden, serves as a hub where science, healthcare, and business converge. With a top-tier medical university, [...] Spark at The Park: PR Insights and Networking Draw 100+ Attendees
The latest edition of Spark at The Park drew a crowd of over 100 professionals from 50+ companies, eager to explore the evolving landscape of public relations (PR). Held at The Park in Forskaren, the event featured expert insights from Oliver Wheeler and Robert Lester of THREESIXTY, setting the stage for an evening of learning, […]