Research for a sustainable knowledge society

NIFU's research forms the basis for decisions and path choices in education, research and innovation policy. The research is characterized by solid scientific quality, strong sector expertise and good insight into knowledge policy issues.

Norwegian cooperation with the global south

November 2, 2026

In a new note, researchers at NIFU highlight arrangements and changes in knowledge collaboration with the global south and point to some possible consequences of the changes.

NIFU researchers contribute to conference on green and digital transformation

October 30, 2026

What is the status of industrial restructuring after a decade marked by pandemic, energy crisis, war and artificial intelligence?

NIFU presents at the Zero Conference 2026

October 30, 2026

Marit Klemetsen and Håkon Endresen Normann at NIFU participate in the session "The labor market after the oil age.".

New podcast episode: Gender differences in education and working life – what do we measure, and what does it mean?

October 28, 2026

Which myths about gender, education, and work life are still alive and well, and which are not myths at all, but actually true?

New report on working conditions and career development in BSV education programs

October 27, 2026

A new report from NIFU examines working conditions and career opportunities for academic staff with professional backgrounds in child welfare, social work and nursing education.

New memorandum on the organization of the institute sector

October 23, 2026

The Støre government's announced review of the institute sector forms the backdrop for a new NIFU memorandum on possible scenarios for the organization of Norwegian research institutes.

Kunnskapsfloker - a podcast from NIFU

The podcast "Kunnskapsfloker" is published by NIFU and covers topics within innovation, research and education together with relevant guests. The aim of the podcast is to contribute to a knowledge-based and nuanced picture of various topics, where the listener may be left with more questions than answers.

NIFU video

NIFU-video is the institute's archive of recordings of NIFU seminars, webinars and conferences. The archive also contains films with information and main findings from several of NIFU's projects and research reports.