Clusters can take various forms; they can be geographically concentrated, or involve cross-industry collaboration for knowledge transfer, even develop into international ecosystems. Starting from a doctoral thesis, Nykode gradually evolved into a thriving startup with its own cluster in the field of biotech, which is not a popular entrepreneurial direction. Listen to the discussion between the co-founder of Nykode, Agnete Fredriksen, Professor Heidi Wiig, and the host, Susanna Pinnock, who talk about female entrepreneurship and the role of clusters, support organizations, and international networks in entrepreneurial growth. 

Agnete B. Fredriksen is the founder and current Chief Business Officer of Nykode Therapeutics, an Oslo-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical platform company. 

Heidi Wiig is an Associate Professor at BI´s department of Strategy and Entrepreneurship. Heidi research regional and global innovation systems and networks. 

Susanna Pinnock, the host, is a PhD student in entrepreneurship at BI and a former entrepreneur. 

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