As an academic researcher, there can be many different reasons to join the ODIN platform. Below, we have highlighted some of the main reasons according to participants in the ODIN pilot project (running from 2020-2023):
All you have to do to join ODIN, is to sign up on our online collaboration platform (see links below). It's quick and easy.
Academic freedom makes it more fun to work on ODIN projects according to the midterm evaluation of the ODIN pilot (2020-2023).
Whether you want to join ODIN our of curiosity, to apply for funding or to expand your network, you are very welcome.
Below, we have listed a few things that are good to know:
Below you will find the link to our online platform, where you can register to become part of ODIN.
The projects are faster to initiate due to the removal of IP negotiations, openness helps accelerate discoveries and elevate the field. This is shown in the midterm evaluation of the ODIN pilot (2020-2023).
We unite right minds from industry and academia so that they can jointly create need-driven research projects - and pave the way for innovative new treatments in the future. Through competitive funding calls, we fund the best projects ideas. Although companies cannot receive funding, it is free of charge to join.
The 5-year platform is sponsored by the Novo Nordisk Foundation with 180 M DKK from 2024-2028.
You are always welcome to reach out if you have questions or comments. Reach out to odin@au.dk or find the Secretariat's direct email addresses under contacts.
Although we're spanning five Danish universities, we're based in Aarhus. Our office is located at Aarhus University, Ny Munkegade 121, blg 1521-216.