The University of Oldenburg also works closely with the University of Groningen on knowledge and technology transfer. The aim is to strengthen regional innovation activities by pooling resources, knowledge and networks, which in turn leads to regional value creation and sustainable growth and increases the quality of life and competitiveness of the region.

In a joint pilot project at the Papenburg / Dörpen project location close to the border, both universities have been working closely together with regional partners from business, politics and society since 2022 to initiate and implement projects to promote innovation, research and development as well as to strengthen the region's economy and society. This pilot project will be funded by the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture until mid-2026.