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Innovation in water-related technologies
This EPO study gives insights into trends in innovation in water-related technologies aimed at both the provision of and protection from water.
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Tea with ASTP: Key IPR for software: new angles for business
This webinar provides an accurate yet delightful introduction and discussion of the key IP Rights related to the protection of software innovation. In one hour Maurits Westerik provides insights on how Software IPR, and IPR in general, originated historically and get a new angle on how they can be used to provide a legal shelter to business based on software technologies, both in principle and with practical examples and anecdotes.
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SHAPE: SSHA by a new name Flashlight #31
Drawing on his experience in the UK and in continental Europe, Julian Jantke introduces a unique guided pathway approach, deployed in universities or at a national level, that uses valorisation as a tool to sustain and scale the impact of research in the SHAPE disciplines.
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BioMedical SIG #1
First webinar of the series, From research and innovation to development: how to plan and execute translational projects in life sciences, From bench to bedside focuses on the process of creating new medicines. Matthias Versele, Executive Director Drug Discovery from Cistim, Belgium, presents CD3-Cistim’s strategy for the evaluation and execution of drug development projects.
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Digital Innovations SIG: World Lunch #9
In this webinar Sjaak Brinkkemper presents his vision on entrepreneurship in ecosystems: starting a software company is relatively easy, but continuing the enterprise in a solid and sustainable manner is extremely difficult. He investigates decision making on software production: product roadmapping, product/service duality, customer involvement, productisation, and internationalisation. He also pays attention to the role of the Knowledge Transfer Office in the ecosystem in a very early stage.
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SHAPE Spotlight
In 2024, Professor Roberta Guerrina presents Different Routes to Impact for SHAPE Research in a webinar organised by SHAPE SIG. She shares her experience combining spinouts, consultancy, and policy, highlighting her work with EQUAL In-Sight, a platform promoting equality through evidence-based, data-driven solutions for organisations.
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Mental Health: a primer
Explore the connection between mental and physical health in this primer by Becca Switzer. Learn about diagnosis, treatment, and how embracing neurodiversity and mental health management can enhance quality of life and creativity.
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EDI: Mental Health in KT
Explore the importance of mental health in the Knowledge Transfer sector and how KTOs can lead the way in creating a culture of wellness and support. Join our webinar Breaking the Silence: Mental Health in KT, to gain insights on promoting well-being in this field.
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The role of European universities in patenting and innovation | A study of academic inventions at the EPO
Technology breakthroughs and innovation are widely recognised as powerful engines of economic growth in developed economies. As a result, research carried out in universities has gained increasing attention as a lever to securing a nation’s competitiveness. However, transferring knowledge to the market often remains a challenge for universities, whose primary missions are related to education and academic research.
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BioMedical SIG #2
Second webinar of the series, From research and innovation to development: how to plan and execute translational projects in life sciences. This webinar will focus on the process involved with the release of new medical devices.
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SHAPE Spotlight 33
In 2024, Nicoline Løvenskjold Guldsing presents Innovative SHAPE Developments in Denmark in a webinar organised by SHAPE SIG. She discusses the Danish SHAPE Taskforce’s collaborative strategy, new initiatives supporting SHAPE, and insights from her work at the University of Southern Denmark.
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ASTP EU Forum #8 | Autumn 2024
The 8th ASTP- EU Forum continues the dialogue between European knowledge transfer professionals and staff of the European Commission. At this free online event, participants have the opportunity to hear directly from senior Commission staff working on initiatives which directly impact the innovation landscape. This event is organised by ASTP's Europe Committee.