“Action, Not More Strategies” – Flemingsberg Science in Discussion on Stockholm’s Future Competitiveness

Three days with the spotlight on Sweden’s innovation scene at Science Week x Sweden Innovation Parliament. Here, leading voices came together to explore solutions that build resilient societies, support sustainable industrial production, and secure the skills supply of the future. Flemingsberg Science Foundation was on site to talk about Stockholm’s competitiveness, how to attract new talent to Sweden, and what we as innovation nodes can do to strengthen Sweden’s innovation ecosystem as a whole.

During the panel discussion “The Stockholm Region – Competitiveness in a New Geopolitical Context,”Flemingsberg Science CEO Johnny Högberg participated alongside representatives from Region Stockholm, Kista Science City, Stockholm Science City, Södertälje Science Park, and the Stockholm Region EU Office.

The discussion revolved around how to strengthen Stockholm’s and the Mälardalen region’s role in the global innovation landscape, and several key takeaways emerged.

“During the conversation, we talked about the need for action – not more strategies – to reach our full potential as one of the world’s strongest life science regions. It’s about courage, collaboration, and communication as crucial factors in attracting talent and creating environments where people want to live and thrive. We need to get better at telling our shared story. Stockholm’s strength lies in the diversity of its environments and people, and in our ability to collaborate across boundaries,” said Johnny Högberg

Flemingsberg is Growing – A Sustainable and Attractive Neighbourhood in the Making

Flemingsberg is currently undergoing a phase of rapid development, where new rental housing and apartments are helping to strengthen the area’s attractiveness as a residential, education and research hub in southern Greater Stockholm. The expansion of housing is an important part of the long-term development of Campus Flemingsberg and the surrounding area.

From Education to Societal Strength: Police Education and the Fight Against Organized Crime

At a time marked by growing insecurity and increasingly complex crime, the need for long-term solutions is becoming more urgent. As the police training programme at Södertörn University in Flemingsberg celebrates its tenth anniversary, attention is turning to the future. Together with SMOB, the university works with education, research and collaboration to prevent crime and build a safer society.

Taking the leap as a solo developer in Sweden’s growing game industry

Jacques Diringer left a secure job at the game giant King to follow his dream of creating his own game from scratch. In a Stockholm where the gaming industry is growing rapidly and new companies are launched every year, he now embarks on a more uncertain but creative journey. The path has been both challenging and inspiring, shaped by a vibrant gaming community, new collaborations, and the courage to trade stability for freedom.

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