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Space company Nobula3D receives the SKAPA Prize for its new technology
Space company Nobula3D, led by CEO and founder Chunxin Liu, has been awarded this year’s SKAPA Prize in Stockholm County. The company is being recognized for its innovative technology for advanced 3D printing in glass. Since this spring, Nobula3D has also received support for its continued development through the national space incubator ESA BIC Sweden. The SKAPA Prize recognizes innovative entrepreneurs with strong potential for growth and the ability to contribute to sustainable societal development. Nobula3D has developed a patented method for 3D printing advanced glass structures with a laser in…
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AI drives growth for Uppsala-based 46elks
Tech company 46elks was founded back in 2011, but the startup spirit remains, and the company is a natural part of Uppsala’s startup scene. It was also through this ecosystem that the company first came into contact with UIC. The company provides services for users looking to integrate automated communication, such as SMS and voice services, into their applications. Its services are popular among developers. Johannes Ridderstedt, the company’s founder, is an expert in the field and has likely played an important role in shaping…
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From lab to commercialization – NitroCapt scales up
Ten years after the company was founded, NitroCapt is taking an important step on its path towards commercialization. Having previously developed its technology in its first in-house lab at Ultuna Campus, the company has now moved to Boländerna in Uppsala, where it is operating a pilot plant with a capacity of 100 kilowatts. The next step is a full-scale 600-kilowatt plant, with the goal of beginning commercial fertilizer sales in 2027–2028. When Gustaf Forsberg founded NitroCapt, he understood that developing the technology, securing funding and building a plant of their own would take time. What he had not anticipated was just how important the surrounding ecosystem would be…
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New Greentech company joins UIC Accelerate – Aiming to unlock the full value of forests
Swedish forestry startup Treebula has been accepted into UIC Accelerate. Through digital solutions, the company aims to make it easier for forest owners to understand, manage, and create value from all aspects of their forests – from timber and biodiversity to climate benefits. Treebula will now receive expert support to help the company grow sustainably.…
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From Waste Collection to Business Insights – 4 Questions for Sortrace CEO Rahel Surshi
How can AI help municipalities and property owners make better decisions about waste management, recycling, and sustainability? Sortrace has developed a solution that transforms everyday waste collection into valuable data points for a more circular economy. With several paying customers, an ongoing funding round, and ambitious growth plans, the company is entering an exciting new…
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Three Innovative Startups Accepted into Local Accelerator Program
Waste monitoring, extending the shelf life of crops, and cultural event bookings – three new companies from very different industries have been accepted into UIC Accelerate. They will now receive professional support aimed at helping them grow both faster and smarter. Through UIC Accelerate, the companies receive tailored support from experienced business coaches, investors, and…
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From Tech Idea to Global Potential – 5 Questions for AirForestry’s CEO
AirForestry develops autonomous drones for sustainable forestry and is already seeing strong global demand. By replacing heavy forestry machinery with airborne systems, the company enables precise and gentle thinning without ground damage and with significantly reduced emissions. Now, Caroline Walerud steps in as CEO to scale the technology. The forestry industry is one of Sweden’s…
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Eight Startups ready for growth – companies building the future
Eight innovative companies have been accepted into the spring cohort of UIC Build, UIC’s business development program for startups ready to take the next step in their growth journey. The selected companies span a wide range of industries, including AI platforms, sustainable logistics, psychological treatment, and social innovation. Together, they demonstrate strong diversity and a…
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Deliplant’s commercialisation with UIC as a Key Partner
Deliplant was founded by Sarosh Ramachandra, a molecular biologist with over 16 years of experience as a researcher at SLU. His work has focused on molecular genetics and plant biology, areas in which he has developed a deep understanding of how plants respond to different environments, nutrient systems, and growing conditions. This very expertise forms…
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Enaiblers – the technology that can transform global health data
When technology meets social impact, innovation with real meaning emerges. For Enaiblers, everything began with an assignment from one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies and evolved into a vision of increasing access to health data and streamlining the way it is collected. With support from UIC Accelerate, the company has shifted from technology development…
