Innovation Centre Denmark Silicon Valley

Last week, our students on the International Bioinnovation Program put their creativity and innovative skills to the test in the Lab to Market course ⚗️ With the support and guidance from our team here in Silicon Valley, they are gaining the toolkit to turn ideas into tangible solutions. The students were trained in pitching techniques and design thinking. They learned how to successfully transform ideas from the lab into market-ready solutions that can make a real difference in the world. The International Bioinnovation Program is an opportunity for STEM students made possible through a collaboration with Novo Nordisk Foundation, which covers major costs and provides students with a monthly stipend. Hereby, they get the chance to work in a Silicon Valley startup.

Denmark is a place where world-class research meets world-class living. Science Hub Denmark, launched under A State of Denmark, highlights why international researchers should consider Denmark for their next career move. With support from Lundbeckfonden / Lundbeck Foundation, Villum Fonden, and Novo Nordisk Foundation – as well as Denmark’s leading universities – the ambition is to showcase what makes Denmark an attractive place to advance your research while building the life you want. At Innovation Centre Denmark, we work closely with researchers, innovators, and universities. We believe attracting international talent is key to strengthening Denmark’s position in science and innovation. Some of the things Denmark offers are: - A strong research ecosystem with significant investments in groundbreaking ideas - A unique work-life balance, giving researchers the freedom to thrive both professionally and personally - A collaborative environment where public and private sectors work together to turn ideas into real-world impact 🔗 Learn more about Science Hub Denmark here: https://lnkd.in/dJijX97W

Curious about what it’s like to intern with Udenrigsministeriet and Innovation Centre Denmark in North America? Let the interns tell you! 💫 Moving to a new country is a big step, so we asked Maja, Daniel, Jacob, Anna, and Marie to share their experiences and answer common questions about interning abroad. We’re now hiring interns for Fall 2025 in Silicon Valley, Boston, Chicago, Houston, New York, Ottawa, Toronto, and Washington D.C.! 🌎 📅 Applications close on March 10 – so don't wait too long if you want to seize this opportunity.

Join Frederik, one of our current Bioinnovators, as he takes you through a day in his life working at a Bay Area startup 🚀 Together with International Bioinnovation Program, we are currently looking for STEM students who are eager to apply their skills in the real world while experiencing the innovation hub of San Francisco - just like Frederik is. As a Bioinnovator, you will get the chance to work in a startup while building a network within the biotech field. The program is run in collaboration with the Novo Nordisk Foundation who generously sponsors all major costs and gives the students a monthly stipend. The students will be supported by us right here in Silicon Valley. Know the next Frederik? Let them know! Applications are open until March 15. We can’t wait to welcome the next cohort to San Francisco! 💡

How can Denmark strengthen its position in space while contributing to solutions for global challenges such as climate, biodiversity, and security? 🛰️ Denmark’s new Space Strategy sets ambitious goals for the next 10 years – and on an upcoming webinar, you can learn more about what this means for research, innovation, and business! Join us for Innovation Centre Denmark’s webinar where you can also hear about global tech trends in space, get information about funding for researchers and businesses, and connect with our worldwide team. 📅 The webinar takes place on March 27 at 2:30 PM CET / 5:30 AM PST - scan the QR code and sign up to get insight into how Denmark is thinking big as a small nation.

We all hear about fraud and scams here and there. The future of it is here, and it’s powered by AI. As an integral part of our program, Leadership in the Age of GenAI, 21 Danish CxOs from the Danish conglomerate USTC recently visited Silicon Valley. Here, they met with Professor Hany Farid, a leading expert in digital forensics at UC Berkeley and founder of GetRealLabs. He highlighted the alarming rise of AI-driven voice scams and deepfakes. A striking case involved a father who received a distressing call from someone sounding exactly like his son, claiming to be in danger and urgently needing money. The voice was so convincing that he nearly transferred $9,000 before realizing it was a scam enabled by AI voice cloning technology. Professor Farid stressed that as AI advances, so do fraud tactics. His advice? Organizations must proactively prepare by implementing secure verification protocols, such as “safe words” for high-stakes communications. This raises critical questions for corporate leaders: How vulnerable are executives to impersonation scams? Could AI-generated voice and now video fraud manipulate financial transactions, contracts, or leadership directives? As businesses adopt AI, balancing its strategic potential with strong security measures will be key. This exclusive program for USTC was organized in collaboration with H&B | Hildebrandt & Brandi, helping provide valuable insights into how companies can strategically leverage AI and emerging technologies.

What’s life like living and working in Silicon Valley? 👀 This week, you can find out as our interns take turns sharing what their days are like. Follow along on our Instagram @denmarkinsiliconvalley to get a peek behind the scenes 🌉

A couple of days ago, our new interns met up with our new Bioinnovator scholars for beers and a meet ‘n’ greet 🍻 Over the next half year, the scholars will be working at biotech startups here in Silicon Valley, where they will have a chance to undertake research and learn about innovation and how the startup world works. We’re currently accepting applications for talented students within STEM fields who will get the opportunity to travel to Silicon Valley on a fully funded scholarship and just like our current scholars, work at cool biotech startups and put their skills into play. Apply now for the International Bioinnovation Scholarship Program, sponsored by the Novo Nordisk Foundation and managed by Innovation Centre Denmark Silicon Valley.

🔥 Danish tech startups – ready to scale through Silicon Valley? Silicon Valley is the world’s no. 1 tech hub, home to the biggest AI investments, most ambitious founders, and the VCs shaping the future. But breaking into this ecosystem isn’t easy – and that’s where we come in. Accelerate through Silicon Valley is a hands-on program designed to help Danish tech startups navigate the U.S. market, build connections, and learn from the best how to utilize AI as part of your business. Through expert-led sessions, mixers with investors, and exclusive access to the Startup Grind Conference, you’ll gain the knowledge and network to take your startup to the next level. 📅 April 28 – May 2, 2025 in Silicon Valley Curious if this program is the right fit? Connect with our Entrepreneurship Advisor Jonas Samland here or on jonasa@um.dk for a chat – no strings attached. Check out the program overview below and read more: https://lnkd.in/eXVXX5Cv

Have you ever heard about the other “F” word? Recently, Mark Coopersmith, Senior Fellow & Faculty Director at UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business, introduced the word - namely, failure - for 21 Danish executives from USTC. As a seasoned expert in innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership, Mark has spent decades helping startups and global organizations scale, adapt, and thrive. During the session, Mark emphasized that fostering a culture of innovation is essential for long-term success. A key - yet often overlooked - factor? Embracing failure as a catalyst for innovation and growth. This insight aligns with his book, The Other "F" Word: How Smart Leaders, Teams, and Entrepreneurs Put Failure to Work, where he explores how leaders can turn failure into a competitive advantage 🚀 He highlighted how many top companies faced setbacks early on, but by iterating, learning, and adapting, they transformed obstacles into success. Mark’s message was clear: Resilient, risk-embracing organizations will define the future. This tailored USTC program, organized in collaboration with H&B | Hildebrandt & Brandi, provided strategic insights into leveraging AI, emerging technologies, and innovation-driven leadership for long-term success.