Waqar Ahmed

Waqar Ahmed is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in advisory roles within European innovation and health sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Adviser at Norges forskningsråd since April 2020, Waqar Ahmed holds expertise as a Program Committee expert and national contact point for Horizon Europe across various clusters, including Digital Industry and Space, and Health. Previous positions include Head of EU Program at Norway Health Tech from April 2013 to March 2020, and roles at Pera, Otivio AS, Microsoft, and Research Centre COM, DTU, where notable contributions spanned project management, consultancy, and software testing. With advanced degrees in Energy Management and Telecommunications, along with foundational training in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Waqar Ahmed combines technical acumen with strategic insight to enhance innovation and research collaboration.