Open Science Is Reshaping the World—And Denmark’s Blueprint Is at the Center

As Editor-in-Chief of the open access journal, the International Journal of Strategic Management and Innovation (IJSMI), an author, and a researcher at UCL University College Denmark, I can attest to Denmark’s global leadership in advancing how research and knowledge is shared. Open science and innovation have become transformative forces reshaping how research and technological development influence global industries. Dedicated to Green Open Access—a model that allows authors to self-archive their research in repositories—Denmark is emerging as a blueprint for knowledge-driven economies. Its deep-rooted commitment to openness, innovation, and societal well-being is reflected in national policies strategically designed to fuel research and development while advancing both economic competitiveness and the public good. Consistently ranked among the top performers in global innovation indices, Denmark is positioning itself as a global leader worth emulating.

Denmark excels in multiple key performance indicators, contributing to its recognition as a leader in research, innovation, and quality of life. Its standing in global indices, innovation strategy, and the critical role of open innovation are bridging the gap between research and industry.