NEWS Academic Collaboration Chile Sweden, ACCESS is a network consisting of Swedish and Chilean universities, aiming to promote increased research collaboration between Sweden and Chile. The next forum will take place in Gothenburg in June 2027. Application to lead a research theme at the ACCESS Forum 2027 is open until 31 May, 2026.
ACCESS Forum in Concepción, Chile, January 2026.
ImageMaria ErikssonOver the years, ACCESS has included more than 50 different research themes within three main aspects: health, environment, and social issues.
Each ACCESS Forum focuses on a selection of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which provide the framework for the forum’s research themes. Before each forum, researchers can apply to organize a research theme that aligns with the forum’s selected global goals.
The ACCESS Forum offers researchers an opportunity to broaden their networks, develop innovative solutions, and build long-term collaborations.
It is now possible to apply to organize a research theme for the upcoming ACCESS Forum, which will take place in Gothenburg, Sweden, 14–18 June 2027. By leading a research theme, you gain a unique opportunity to shape and drive research discussions on shared challenges for both Sweden and Chile, in close collaboration with researchers from both countries.
Each research theme is proposed and organized by one researcher from Sweden and one from Chile. Once the themes have been selected, registration for participants will open.
If you need help finding a co-applicant, ACCESS provides several matchmaking tools.
Matchmaking tools:
Looking for a co-applicant
Looking to join a proposal
Focus Areas: www.accesschilesweden.org/focus-areas
The deadline to propose a research theme is 31 May 2026.
www.accesschilesweden.org/2027-call-for-rts
More information about the forum is available on Umeå University's ACCESS website
