The Research to Business funding call is open!
The new R2B funding call is open until March 4th.
A significant donation from LähiTapiola to support the University of Oulu’s innovation activities – “More vitality and economic growth for Northern Finland”
The University of Oulu will receive a total of 900 000 € in Kasvukipinä funding from LähiTapiola.
Business Finland has opened the partnership model funding call for Co-Research projects – Together we can better meet the needs of leading companies!
Business Finland’s partnership model funding call for Co-Research projects is open until March 31, 2026. This funding offers a unique opportunity to combine expertise from various scientific disciplines.
University Business Forum 2025 brought together 200 people!
UBF2025 — what an incredible day bringing together 200 people: researchers, business leaders, companies, organizations, and students!
Developers, data scientists, and IP experts have the chance to showcase their skills internationally in European Patent Office's CodeFest competition!
This year’s theme focuses on patent and IP portfolio evaluation: participants are challenged to design a system that assesses the economic and technological value of patents using data, analytics, and AI.
Check out the current funding and networking possibilities for researchers
Business Finland and several European partnership programmes are currently offering a wide range of funding opportunities for researchers and research groups
Get to know intellectual property rights in fall training sessions
Take the opportunity to participate in our spring training sessions and learn more about IPR. We offer both concise webinars and more extensive courses.
The first Business Finland's Rise to Challenge projects have been selected
Business Finland has decided to fund five promising research projects in the Rise to Challenge pilot call. After the pilot, Business Finland will launch the main funding call at the end of August.
Registration now open for University Business Forum 2025!
Registration is now open for the highly anticipated University Business Forum 2025!
Business Finland’s Rise to Challenge pilot continues as an official call in August!
BF is looking for bold openings, courage, and a willingness to take risks — research ideas that have the potential to revolutionize markets.
See Business Finland’s most exciting funding opportunities for this spring!
What new calls and funding instruments does Business Finland offer, and what opportunities do they provide for the University of Oulu and our researchers? See this summary of the most interesting funding opportunities this spring!
Celebrating inspiring women – Three professionals shaping the future
The University of Oulu is home to incredible women – phenomenal experts who are shaping a better future through their work.
Researcher, now is your chance to shine — Business Finland seeks groundbreaking research proposals with a new funding opportunity
What kind of research ideas could revolutionize markets in the future? Business Finland is looking for answers with the launch of a new Rise to Challenge funding call.
Call for Applications: Proof-of-Concept (PoC) Funding
The Proof-of-Concept funding for the year 2025 is now open for applications. It aims to execute the first implementation of an invention or idea having commercial potential.
New Year, New Career – Meet Metsä Group and Outokumpu at 2025 recruitment events
Looking to kickstart your career? Interested in summer jobs? Metsä Group and Outokumpu are heading to the University of Oulu’s Career Centre early in the year to introduce students to their career opportunities.
Business Finland's Research to Business (R2B) call is open!
The Spring 2025 Research to Business call is open, with the application deadline on March 5, 2025.
How can we help your business thrive? Find the answers and insights in our newsletter!
How could partnering with the University of Oulu help your business soar? Subscribe to our company collaboration newsletter — a curated collection of fresh ideas and practical tips designed for businesses like yours.
Frost & Sullivan lists Top 10 Megatrends for 2024 – Join the sessions to learn more!
Frost & Sullivan have come up with a group of 10 megatrends that were determined based on their outsized potential to influence transformation shifts. These 10 megatrends could be understood as early signals to shape and take advantage of future growth opportunities.
Noora Uusitalo unveils the Innovation Centre's reflective overall patch — here’s how you can add some shine to your overalls too!
Noora Uusitalo had the honor of being the first to receive the Innovation Centre’s brand-new overall patch. This patch is sure to brighten up those dark autumn evenings with its dazzling special effects!
The Finnish Research Impact Foundation offers funding opportunities for researchers
There’s no shortage of fascinating and important research topics, but where to find the funding? As Petro Poutanen highlighted at InnoVisitor, there are many options — like through The Finnish Research Impact Foundation! Here are their funding opportunities.

