Big Science Sweden

Big Science Sweden (BiSS) strengthens Sweden’s engagement in leading international research facilities. We open doors to business opportunities, promote knowledge and technology transfer, and encourage more Swedish students and professionals to take part in Big Science.

Big Science brings together world-leading research and advanced technology development. Research facilities need specialist components, systems, and services to build, operate, and upgrade their infrastructure. For Swedish companies, universities, and research institutes, this creates opportunities to contribute their expertise, develop new technologies, and build lasting international partnerships.

Big Science Sweden is a publicly funded organisation, with core funding from the Swedish Research Council and Vinnova, that helps Swedish industry, academia, and research institutes contribute to and benefit from this technology development. We act as a personal link to key technical and procurement contacts at research facilities, matching Swedish expertise with their needs. Through guidance and close dialogue, we help turn these connections into business opportunities and joint projects.

Industrial Liaison Office (ILO)

Through our Industrial Liaison Office, we connect Swedish suppliers and research groups directly with technical and procurement teams at international research facilities. Combining specialist technical expertise with experience in innovation and business development, we provide insights into technical challenges and upcoming tenders, helping suppliers and researchers identify where their capabilities can make a difference.

Business, Knowledge Transfer, and Careers

Our work focuses on three areas, each with a clear ambition for Sweden’s participation in Big Science.

Business – More high-tech deliveries and projects with Swedish participation

We help Swedish companies compete for contracts and develop partnerships with industry and academia. Through procurement guidance and support in finding collaboration partners, we create opportunities for both new business and long-term relationships that lead to technology development, collaboration, and innovation.

Knowledge Transfer – More collaborations that promote knowledge and technology transfer

Technologies developed within Big Science can create value far beyond the research facilities themselves. We bring researchers and companies together to explore how these technologies can meet needs in other sectors and develop into new products and services. By helping partners develop joint ideas and projects, we help strengthen Swedish competitiveness within Big Science and across industry.

Careers – A stronger Swedish presence at research facilities

We encourage more Swedish students and professionals to pursue opportunities at international research facilities. A stronger Swedish presence builds expertise, strengthens Sweden’s influence, and creates connections that support future collaboration, business, and knowledge exchange.