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The University of Oslo (UiO)is the oldest and highest-ranked university in Norway, hosting 28,000 students and 7,000 employees. UiO engages in research and teaching across a wide range of disciplines including medicine, dentistry, mathematical and natural sciences, the humanities, social sciences, educational sciences, theology, and law.

SINTEFis a multidisciplinary research institute with internationally leading expertise in technology, natural sciences, and social sciences. SINTEF conducts research as an R&D partner for industry and public administration and, with more than 2,000 employees, it is among the largest contract research institutes in Europe.

Oslois Norway's capital and largest city. The City of Oslo aims to further develop into a leading and attractive knowledge city and business region in Europe, among other things through the establishment of innovation districts as an engine for new jobs and value creation. Oslo has been named Norway's most business-friendly municipality.

The South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authorityis the largest of four regional health authorities in Norway and is the strategic entity that owns the 11 hospital trusts in the region. The enterprise has around 80,000 employees and provides specialist health services to 3 million people.

Oslo University Hospital (OUS)serves as a local hospital for Oslo, an emergency hospital for the broader Oslo area, a regional hospital within the South-Eastern Norway Regional Health Authority and carries out numerous national responsibilities. As the largest hospital in the country, with over 24,000 staff, OUS plays a crucial role in medical research and the training of healthcare professionals in Norway.

BI Norwegian Business Schoolis one of Europe's largest business schools, boasting around 20,000 students and 250,000 alumni. Throughout its history, BI has significantly impacted political decisions, business practices, and society as a whole. The school operates as an independent foundation with the sole purpose of advancing research and education. Any financial surplus is reinvested to further enrich BI's academic and learning environments.

NGI – The Norwegian Geotechnical Instituteis an independent, international research and consulting center specializing in engineering geosciences, which combines geotechnical, geological, and geophysical expertise. They are currently building a new sustainability hub, named Campus Ullevål, where they will be co-located with research institutions, startups, and knowledge-based companies.

Oslo Science Parkis a hub for innovation and growth, and home to more than 150 startups, as well as multiple incubators and professional clusters. Here, businesses and research institutes work together to tackle the challenges of the future in areas such as life sciences, health, digitalization, energy, and climate.

Oslo Cancer Clusteris a non-profit oncology research and industry cluster dedicated to accelerating the development of new cancer diagnostics and treatments. Its members encompass the full value chain from research to the marketplace, including university hospitals, research institutes, patient organizations, startups, and pharmaceutical companies.

Norwegian Computing Center (NR)is an independent, nonprofit private foundation that carries out research projects for the business community, public sector, and private organizations, both domestically and internationally. Specializing in statistical modeling and machine learning, it stands as one of the leading centers in Europe for applied statistics. The institute employs approximately one hundred staff researchers.

Institute of Transport Economics (TØI)serves as Norway's national hub for transport research, tasked with conducting and promoting studies that support the country's societal and economic development. In addition to disseminating research, TØI enhances the practical application of its findings by partnering with stakeholders.

Studentsamskipnaden SiOis a student welfare organization serving approximately 67,000 students affiliated with 28 educational institutions in Oslo. SiO offers a range of services, including student housing, kindergartens, fitness centers, cafés and coffee bars, health services, counseling, and career guidance.

Oslo Pensjonsforsikring (OPF)is a life insurance company owned by the City of Oslo. It offers public service pensions and employee insurances to the City of Oslo, various municipal corporations, and several national health institutions. With an investment portfolio valued at 20 billion Norwegian kroner, OPF stands as one of Norway's major real estate investors.

Ferdis a family-owned Norwegian investment company dedicated to creating value through ownership in companies and financial investments. The group also engages extensively in social entrepreneurship. Recently, Ferd has emphasized investments in enterprises that positively influence the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, alongside generating financial returns.

The Norwegian Church Endowment (OVF)is one of Norway's largest landowners, managing properties and assets historically linked to the country's vicarages. For 200 years, they have played a significant role in developing local communities across Norway.

Bertel O. Steenhas long been recognized as one of Norway's leading car dealerships, but has in recent years also emerged as a pioneering enterprise in innovative mobility solutions. Bertel O. Steen owns and manages the Sogn Arena, a mixed-use facility that houses office spaces and the Bertel O. Steen Ullevål dealership.