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Portfolio for ground-breaking research

The portfolio includes all long-term, high-quality basic research, regardless of subject and topic. The goal is to advance Norwegian research and develop strong Norwegian academic communities at a high international level.

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The Portfolio Board for Ground-breaking Research

The portfolio area shall provide strategic advice on research and innovation within the portfolio area Ground-breaking research, and provide support for projects that contribute to the goals set for the portfolio. 

The members are:

Terje Lohndal (Leader)
Annette Bayer
Marianne Fyhn
Cathrine Holst
Inge Jonassen
Rasmus Larsen
Barbara van Loon
Tine Uberg Nærland
David Budtz Pedersen
Marie Rognes
Inger Skjelsbæk
Magne Olav Sydnes
Jarle Trondal

Messages at time of print 5 September 2026, 17:18 CEST

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