26 January 2024

Recently, ELLIIT organized a kickoff for the four research infrastructures it funds at Linköping University.

Mingling at ELLIIT's kickoff for the infrastructures at Linköping University.
Photographer: Simon Höckerbo

ELLIIT representatives and associated researchers had the opportunity to meet with the local business community over breakfast. Following this, presentations and demonstrations of the infrastructures were offered, followed by in-depth discussions in the research arena Visionen – which is one of the infrastructures.

Erik G. Larsson, Professor at ISY and Director of ELLIIT, commented on the event:

"The event was very enjoyable with so many guests from the local business community, and to see the demos of the various infrastructures we have in ELLIIT and the wide range of activities."

Read the full article and more about ELLIIT's investments in research infrastructure here.

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