Jens Laage-Hellman

Jens Laage-Hellman is an associate professor at Chalmers University of Technology, Department of Technology Management and Economics. His research focuses mainly on technological innovation, especially from a networking or collaboration point of view. Over the years numerous studies, academic as well as contract-based ones, have dealt with development and commercialization of new technologies and products in a variety of industries, including e.g. steelmaking, mechanical engineering and biotechnology/life sciences. His current research interest is primarily focused on the life sciences, and in particular commercialization of academic research.

Ongoing projects

• Co-evolution in a Sectoral Innovation System: The Case of Biomedicine in Western Sweden
• Commercialization of academic research in medical technology: How can start-up companies contribute to economic growth?