Beyond the lab: How Big Science creates value for industry and society

With ESS and MAX IV in Lund, the region is closely connected to the international Big Science community. The discussion highlighted how these large-scale research infrastructures generate value beyond scientific discovery through knowledge transfer, business opportunities and skills development.

From challenge to opportunity

Michael Mokhberi from Theca Systems explained how an ESS challenge presented at an AIMday organised by Big Science Sweden led to an AI agent for compliance checks. The collaboration revealed a business opportunity the company had not previously recognised.

Technology and talent

Ulf Lindblad from Tetra Pak showed how CERN simulation technology helps improve food packaging sterilisation – a concrete example of research tools finding new applications in industry. Daniel Nordin Baker from ESS highlighted how traineeships and partnerships with local schools open doors for hands-on talent.

Building connections

The conversation underlined the importance of meeting, exchanging ideas and building long-term relationships. For companies, researchers and students alike, engaging with Big Science can be the first step towards new collaborations, practical innovations and career opportunities.