NTNU hosts 8 SFIs

AutoShip – Autonomous Ships ensures that Norwegian players take a leading role in the development of autonomous ships. 2020-2028

CGF – Centre for Geophysical Forecasting works with geophysical forecasting and sustainable use of the resources. 2020-2028

FAST – Future Aluminium Structures aims to strengthen Norway’s international position and promote circular, low-carbon aluminium, particularly in the automotive industry, large-scale constructions, and cables. 2026–2033

NICE – Norwegian Centre for Intelligent Computers and Electronics will optimize both hardware and software for Edge AI, linking research to practical solutions for industry and society. 2026–2033

NORCICS – Norwegian Centre for Cybersecurity in Critical Sectors enables companies and society to digitize in a secure and reliable manner. 2020-2028

NorwAI – Norwegian Research Center for AI Innovation has research on AI and Big Data for industrial solutions. 2020-2028

PhysMet – Centre for sustainable and competitive metallurgical and manufacturing industry has research on physical metallurgy for the metal industry. 2020-2028

SAINT – Sustainable Applied and Industrialized Nuclear Technology focuses on nuclear power as a zero-emission technology for shipping, with the goal of developing, testing, and scaling solutions for commercial use. 2026–2033

NTNU is partner in 10 SFIs

BLUES has research on floating stationary structures. Hosted by SINTEF Ocean. 2020-2028

CELECT – Centre for Effective Engineering and Learning in Complex Systems will develop new methods and tools for product development and innovation, particularly in defense, space, maritime sectors, and manufacturing. Hosted by the University of South-Eastern Norway. 2026–2033

Centre for Personalized Digital Health Promotion will design, implement, and evaluate innovative digital solutions for personalized health promotion, aiming to reduce lifestyle-related diseases and health disparities. Hosted by the University Hospital of North Norway. 2026–2033

DigiWells develops digitization and automation for drilling oil and gas. Hosted by NORCE – Norwegian Research Centre AS. 2020-2028

Harvest develops technology for use of marine resources. Hosted by SINTEF Ocean. 2020-2028

Industrial Biotechnology coordinates national infrastructure and expertise in networks. Hosted by SINTEF. 2020-2028

Norwegian Seaweed Centre aims to develop a world-leading industry for Norwegian seaweed. Hosted by SINTEF. 2026–2033

ProCardio Center for Innovation develops ICT platform for cardiology. Hosted by Oslo University Hospital. 2020-2028

Research Center for Innovative and Sustainable Underground Use will generate new knowledge, concepts, and solutions for systematic urban development and underground infrastructure. Hosted by SINTEF. 2026–2033

SWIPA – Subsurface Well Integrity, Plugging and Abandonment develops well barriers and underground barriers. Hosted by SINTEF. 2020-2028