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ASTP equips knowledge transfer professionals with training that contributes toward RTTP accreditation, essential tools, and a powerful network to transform research into innovations that serve communities, drive industry, and shape policy. Make a bigger impact with your work.
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AI4KT

AI4KT

The AI4KT SIG is a dynamic, action-oriented community of Knowledge Transfer professionals committed to leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance and future-proof KT processes. This…
Connect and Communicate with Impact (CCI)

Connect and Communicate with Impact (CCI)

The Connect & Communicate with Impact SIG brings together KT professionals to enhance communication excellence in knowledge transfer.
Spin-off

Spin-off

The Spin-off SIG supports the creation and growth of spin-offs from universities and research centres.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

The EDI SIG fosters equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in knowledge transfer practices.
Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts for People and Economy (SHAPE)

Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts for People and Economy (SHAPE)

The SHAPE SIG advances knowledge transfer in the social sciences, humanities, and arts with monthly webinars on the first Wednesday of every month.
New Professionals (NP)

New Professionals (NP)

The New Professionals SIG supports individuals transitioning into the knowledge transfer field.
Legal

Legal

The Legal SIG addresses legal challenges in knowledge transfer through monthly discussions.
BioMedical

BioMedical

The BioMedical SIG enhances the translation of human life sciences research into healthcare solutions with regular webinar series and an annual workshop.
Agrifood

Agrifood

The Agrifood SIG supports knowledge transfer professionals in overcoming challenges associated with commercialising research-based innovation in the global food supply chain.
Digital Innovations (DI)

Digital Innovations (DI)

The Digital Innovations SIG addresses the impact of digital innovations on knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship with bi-monthly meetings and webinars.
Directors' Forum

Directors' Forum

The Directors’ Forum SIG facilitates experience exchange on KTO management and strategic growth.
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