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Support for SSH researchers

Are you a researcher, PhD-student or postdoc in the humanities or social sciences(SSH)? SDU RIO has tailored offers to support your research journey.

 

As a researcher in the humanities or social sciences, your work helps shape the way we understand people, culture, and society. But the unique strengths of your field also come with specific challenges. 

At SDU RIO, we support you at every stage of your research journey.

Whether you want to explore new opportunities for innovation, build collaborations beyond the university or turn an idea into an implementable solution, we are here to help bring your research to the places where it creates even more value.

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Collaborating with SDU RIO has been a valuable experience. It has helped me clarify how my research offers a concrete solution to a real-world need. It also renewed my motivation to reignite a project, by presenting new perspectives and funding opportunities. Finally, it has given me insightful sparring on how my research can create impact within a specific industry.

Heidi Philipsen, Lektor ved Institut for Design, Medier og Uddannelsesvidenskab

Upcoming events

Introduction to SDU's Discovery Grant 

SDU’s Discovery Grant supports early-stage testing of research ideas. Join this 45-minute intro to see if it the grant is relevant for you as an SHH-researcher.

Turning SSH-Research into Digital Products using AI

This two-session programme helps SSH-researchers at SDU turn their research into accessible digital products using AI tools – no experience required.

'THE SHAPE IDEAS' programme

Transform ideas rooted in your research into meaningful action with this programme in seven sessions by Open Entrepreneurship.

FAQ

  • Refining your idea: How can you translate your research into concrete solutions?
  • Identifying commercial potential.
  • Exploring alternative directions for your research.
  • Developing strategies for research communication with a focus on impact.
  • Facilitating initial contact with relevant companies, organizations, foundations, and investor networks.

No, advisory services from SDU RIOs business developers are completely free for SDU researchers and are provided to the extent relevant for each individual case.

You are welcome to contact us as early as needed in your project development. The earlier we get involved, the better we can support you.

All researchers, PhD students, and postdocs at SDU within the humanities and social sciences can make use of the offer—regardless of the stage of your idea.

Send a short email to commercialisation@sdu.dk with a brief description of your idea and what kind of help you are looking for. We will get back to you and set up a meeting.

A meeting with an SDU RIO business developer can take place either at your location or at our offices in Odense, in Videnbyen, Cortex Park 26.

The business developer will ask relevant questions based on your current situation and guide you on how best to move forward—from early concept development to potential commercialisation.

Last Updated 04.03.2026