Linköping University´s EU Office

As a founding member of the European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU), LiU is committed to shaping Europe’s future through collaboration and innovation.

In August 2025, Linköping University opened an EU Office in Brussels to increase its presence and influence within European research and innovation.

The Linköping University EU Office connects the university with European institutions, networks, and partners — amplifying LiU’s voice in EU research, fostering transnational cooperation, and supporting societal transformation.

The EU office is led by Lisa Pohl and is located in Nordic House in Brussels.

We have an important role as a driving force for innovation and sustainable development in Europe. At a time of increasing geopolitical tensions, we also want to take a more active part in European cooperation.

Vice-Chancellor Jan-Ingvar Jönsson.

Listen to Lisa Pohls speech at Fri forskning för Framtiden

In 2025, Linköping University celebrated 50 years as a university. As part of the celebration the conference ”Fri forskning för framtiden” was held in November. At the conference, some of the most prominent researchers at LiU presented cutting-edge discoveries in their fields.

This included everything from artificial intelligence and life sciences to new materials and challenges facing a changing society. Also, expert speakers and panel members talked about the future of research in Sweden, Europe and worldwide. Lisa Pohl, head of the Linköping University Office in Brussels, held the keynote speach.

LiU opens office in Brussels

Linköping University has opened an EU Office in Brussels to increase its presence and influence within European research and innovation. The office will be led by Lisa Pohl, who most recently comes from the European Commission.

Roadmap to strengthen LiU:s role in Europe

LiU is increasing international presence by launching the Roadmap to Europe initiative. The aim is to deepen the university’s collaboration within Europe so as to strengthen education, research and collaboration with various stakeholders.

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ECIU Network

The European Consortium of Innovative Universities, ECIU, was founded in 1997 and is the leading international consortium of research-intensive universities, where LiU is a member.

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Glimpses from the inauguration

The Brussels office was inaugurated On October 15, 2025

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Lisa Pohl, Head of Linköping University EU Office, gives a warm welcome to the guests at the Nordic House in Brussels where the EU office is located.

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One of many alumni who joined the inauguration ceremony was Johan Danielsson, alumnus from Linköping University and Member of the European Parlament, MEP. Here together with Linköping University´s Vice-Chancellor Jan-Ingvar Jönsson.

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Former students, now professionals across sectors, came together at the inauguration of Linköping University EU Office in Brussels.

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The guests made contacts, exchanged ideas and built their network.

It was a celebration of the journey that began in Linköping and continues to evolve across Europe.

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The guests presence underscored the significance of transnational collaboration in education, research, and societal transformation.

Linköping University EU Office looks forward to building on this momentum, strengthening the European partnerships and continuing to support innovation through collaboration.