Innovation Centre Denmark, Shanghai

Are you our next intern? Join us in Shanghai this fall 2025 Do you want to work with innovation in one of the most vibrant cities in the world? Shanghai is a global hub for innovation, research, and development. At Innovation Centre Denmark Shanghai, we foster collaboration between Denmark and China through our strong network of universities, research institutions, government agencies, and key industry players. We are looking for an intern to join us from August 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. Students from all academic backgrounds are welcome - so as we say in Danish, "tøv ikke med at sende din ansøgning!" ⏳ Application deadline: March 10, 2025 📌 Read more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dUN2e9dp We look forward to welcoming you on board! DTU - Technical University of Denmark | University of Copenhagen (Københavns Universitet) | Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark | Aarhus University | Aalborg University | Roskilde University | Copenhagen Business School | Sino-Danish Center For Education And Research Innovation Centre Denmark | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark | Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science | Denmark in China

A big welcome to our new intern, Salwa Khaalid Ahmed! On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate the contributions of women in STEM and are proud to welcome Salwa Khaalid Ahmed to Innovation Centre Denmark, Shanghai! Salwa has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, within Product Development and Innovation. Before joining ICDK, she worked for the LEGO Group. Over the next six months, Salwa will be assisting us at the Innovation Centre and contributing to the exciting projects we are working on in ICDK, Shanghai. "I am very thrilled and excited to be joining the team and gaining hands-on experience in Green Transition and Sustainability as well as Life Science and Health, while also contributing to the projects the team is working on." On this important day, we recognize the importance of women in science and innovation and are especially delighted to have Salwa onboard. We look forward to working with her over the next six months! Innovation Centre Denmark | Innovation Centre Denmark, Shanghai | Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science | Anders Sloth Nielsen | Meeja Neergaard | Yubo Guo | Rasmus Rysgaard Pedersen | Dina Sivandi

The Year of the Snake is almost upon us! As a new year approaches here in China, the team at the Innovation Centre Denmark in Shanghai would like to wish all our partners, collaborators, and friends a happy new year. The date is determined by the lunar calendar, as the holiday falls on the second new moon after winter solstice. This time around Chinese New Year is on January 29th. This also means office will be closed for the holiday season from January 28th until February 3rd. In the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Snake represents.. 📈 ..transformation 🧑🎓 ..wisdom 💡 ..and intuition. With these values in mind, we look forward to continuing our journey of innovation in the future. Until then, stay tuned for more updates on our exciting plans for 2025. Follow us here for more! Anders Sloth Nielsen | Yubo Guo | Amalie Cicilie Sarna | Meeja Neergaard |  Oskar Rask Hjorth | Innovation Centre Denmark

What happens when you bring together ambitious students with fresh ideas and a panel of seasoned innovation experts? A win-win situation. Because two things happen when Innovation Management students from the Sino-Danish Center (SDC) pitch their semester projects to a jury of experts in the Chinese innovation ecosystem.. 💡 Students’ ideas and perspectives are put to the test based on the jury’s hands-on experience, offering pragmatic feedback. 🚀 Experts in the jury get a front-row seat to the creativity and drive of the next generation of innovators. And the stakes were high – one team walked away with the prize for Best Project and Pitch! A massive thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success: the students for their hard work and bold ideas, the jury for their insights and encouragement, and, of course, SDC for their commitment to teamwork and innovation. To the winning team: congratulations on your well-deserved recognition! Your project truly stood out, and we can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next. What would you look for in a winning pitch? Share your thoughts in the comments! Dmitrij Slepniov | Michael Madsen | beijia huang | Mads Vesterager Nielsen | Sino-Danish Center For Education And Research

2025 is the year of 75 diplomatic relations between China and Denmark. To kick off the year, we were honored to welcome Danish Minister of Higher Education and Science, Ms. Christina Egelund, to China last week, where she engaged in meaningful discussions with Mr. Yin Hejun, Minister of Science and Technology, and Mr. Huai Jinpeng, Minister of Education of China. These meetings culminated in the renewal of two memorandums of understanding (MOU) with the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Education, respectively. The renewed MOU’s reflect the growing commitment to advancing sustainability, innovation, and education — areas critical to both nations and in alignment with the current green joint work programme between China and Denmark. With representatives from both academia, industry and government present, the Executive Director of Innovation Centre Denmark Shanghai, Anders Sloth Nielsen, moderated a roundtable in which Danish companies exchanged experiences working with research and development (R&D) in China, fostering valuable feedback and fresh ideas. This roundtable discussion also served as a follow-up to ICDK Shanghai’s R&D ecosystem report, published a few years ago, which explored the dynamics of Sino-Danish research collaboration. The dialogue provided valuable insights into how the innovation landscape has evolved anno 2025, reaffirming the importance of partnerships in addressing shared global challenges. At ICDK Shanghai, we’re proud to play a pivotal role in bridging Danish and Chinese innovation, facilitating collaboration across public authorities, academia, and industry. Minister Egelund’s visit underscores Denmark’s dedication to deepening ties with China, and we look forward to supporting the implementation of these agreements through impactful initiatives and partnerships. Rasmus Larsen (DTU) | David Dreyer Lassen (KU) | Brian Bech Nielsen (AU) | Jens Ringsmose (SDU) | Peter Møllgaard (CBS) | Anne Marie Kanstrup (AAU)| Morten Laugesen (SDC) | Cecilie Brøkner (Innovationsfonden) | Søren Serritzlew (Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond)

🎄 MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR ✨ As Christmas approaches, the team at the Innovation Centre Denmark in Shanghai would like to extend our heartfelt holiday greetings to all our partners, collaborators, and friends. Our office will be closed for the holiday season from December 24th to January 2nd. We deeply appreciate your support and collaboration throughout this year and look forward to explore new opportunities together next year. Until then, stay tuned for more updates on our exciting plans for 2025. Follow us here for more! Anders Sloth Nielsen | Meeja Neergaard | Yubo Guo | Amalie Cicilie Sarna | Oskar Rask Hjorth | Sino-Danish Center For Education And Research | Danish-Chinese Business Forum | Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC) | Innovation Centre Denmark | Denmark in China

Creativity and teamwork in Shanghai! At Innovation Centre Denmark in Shanghai, collaboration is key to creating value for our partners. Together with the Trade Council team, we explored new ways to strengthen our whole-of-approach and leverage each other's strengths through a dynamic half-day workshop. The session combined creative exercises, strategic discussions, and team-building activities—including juggling! It was a fun and inspiring way to spark fresh ideas, build stronger connections, and enhance how we work together. We’re excited about the opportunities this collaboration unlocks and look forward to driving even greater impact together for Danish companies and universities. 

INNOVATION MECCA IN THE OUTSKIRTS OF BEIJING A triple helix of industry, academia and government gathered at the Sino-Danish Center (SDC) in Beijing for two days packed full of workshops, roundtables, networking and problem solving; introducing Corporate Innovation Days (CID). Students from the Innovation Management course got the chance to meet and talk with companies whose challenges and opportunities they are actively working with as coursework. And industry had ample opportunity to recruit young talent and form new perspectives on their current activities. We love events like these, where we can connect government, industry and academia in a dynamic environment buzzing with the spirit of innovation. Here, we forge partnerships, boost problem solving and create new value for our partners. This time we brought along Maj Munch Andersen all the way from University of Copenhagen to do a lecture and workshop on Bio-Circular Economy, teaching students and companies alike how the shift to a circular economy changes the competitive landscape. We facilitate partnerships and projects between companies and universities working together with government to innovate in the fields of life science and green transition. Contact us. Let’s collaborate. Anders Sloth Nielsen Dmitrij Slepniov Morten Laugesen Karin Ilsøth Rasmussen Anne Margrethe Dahl Nielsen Marco Thomas Lund Christian Hedegaard Amalie Cicilie Sarna Meeja Neergaard Oskar Rask Hjorth

  Join us for Corporate Innovation Days 2024 in Beijing on November 28-29! 🚀 Future-Ready: Gaining a Competitive Edge in a Changing World 🚀 ⏰ It’s not too late to register! Deadline is extended to November 18 ⏰ Gain insights and connect with industry leaders as we dive into the latest trends and innovation approaches for success in China’s dynamic business landscape. Program Highlights - Keynotes & Case Presentations by Anders Peder Bøtker Siegumfeldt (Deputy Head of Mission, Ambassador, Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark in Beijing), Hans Henrik Pontoppidan (Secretary General at Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF)), Michael Madsen (Vice President, Danfoss China), Carrie Yang (Marketing and Innovation Director, Arla), Maj Munch Andersen (Associate Professor, University of Copenhagen). - Panel Discussions: Navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape through expert-led discussions. - Interactive Workshop: Discover the potential of the bio/circular economy in an engaging, hands-on session. - Networking Opportunities: Connect in the Professional Fusion Zone of the event designed for fostering partnerships and connections. Co-hosted by: Sino-Danish Center For Education And Research(SDC), Danish Chamber of Commerce in China (DCCC), Danish-Chinese Business Forum(DCBF), and Innovation Centre Denmark Shanghai (ICDK). Who Should Attend? The event is targeted at managers from Danish, international, and Chinese companies, as well as academics and junior researchers interested in engaging with industrial partners. The event is also open to SDC students, and students from all programs are welcome to register and attend. 💲 Participation: Free 📅 Extended Registration Deadline: November 18 Secure your spot now! https://lnkd.in/dMvyhpmh Anders Sloth Nielsen I Dmitrij Slepniov I Amalie Cicilie Sarna I Yubo Guo I Oskar Rask Hjorth I Meeja Neergaard #CID #Innovation

Nordic discussion at CIIE We had the pleasure of moderating and participating in a Nordic discussion on sustainable innovation and Chinese collaboration in the midst of China’s most important expo, the CIIE. Consul General Mikael H. Winther kicked off the talk, stressing the massive potential for Nordic innovation when collaborating with Chinese partners, whom share our values and ambitions for green transition and life science. Next, Anders Sloth Nielsen took the stage to moderate the discussion between Business Finland, Innovation Norway, Business Sweden, the Icelandic Deputy Head of Mission of Beijing and the Danish Commercial Consul Mads Vesterager Nielsen. Whenever we unite as Nordics, our similarities and common ground are evident as a huge advantage. Knowledge sharing, sustainability and innovation is treasured by all of us, and at the Innovation Center Denmark in Shanghai we are thankful from the synergy we have with our Nordic neighbors and already look forward to our next collaboration. Innovation Centre Denmark I Yubo Guo I Jane Wu