The 9th ASTP-EU Forum offers a unique opportunity to deepen the dialogue between European knowledge transfer professionals and European Commission staff. Participants hear directly from senior Commission representatives working on initiatives that shape the European innovation landscape. This event is organised by ASTP’s Europe Committee.
This EPO Technology Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of innovation trends in plastic waste recovery, recycling, and alternative materials. Based on five decades of patent data, the report identifies key technological developments, highlights the role of startups and universities, and maps the evolving global landscape of innovation. It is accompanied by an interactive technology platform and the Deep Tech Finder tool, offering detailed access to patents and helping connect inventors with investors. The publication supports informed decision-making in both policy and practice, contributing to sustainability and circular economy goals.
NAAC publishes a comprehensive report expanding on the ASTP white paper, offering policy recommendations, strategic frameworks, and actionable insights to support innovation, spin-off creation, and sustainable development.
A new study from the European Patent Office (EPO) explores how innovation ecosystems are shaping the future of oncology, with knowledge transfer playing a crucial role in bridging the gap between research and market-ready solutions. New Frontiers in Oncology: An Evolving Innovation Ecosystem provides a comprehensive analysis of patent trends in cancer-related technologies, revealing both the strengths and challenges facing Europe in this critical field.
Join us for an insightful webinar, tailored for professionals engaged in knowledge transfer, to delve into the European AI Act and its impact on the sector. The session will provide an in-depth overview of the Act's background and purpose, unpack its key provisions and requirements, and explore strategies for compliance and implementation. Attendees will also gain insight into the ethical and social dimensions of the legislation and how these considerations intersect with their work.
Discover how the Technology Investor Score (TIS) identifies key investors for European innovators, bridging funding gaps and enhancing support for technology-driven startups. Explore public-private collaboration, scaling challenges, and actionable insights for growth.
The EPO-IEA report reveals a sevenfold increase in grid-related patents since 2005, driven by innovations in smart grids, AI, and sustainability. Highlighting Europe’s leadership, it identifies challenges in expanding connections, enhancing flexibility, and ensuring cybersecurity, emphasising grids' critical role in integrating renewables and advancing the global energy transition.
Explore ASTP's White Paper, endorsed by NAAC, “Catalysing Change: Exploring trends and strategies to enhance the spin-off process in Europe”. Learn strategies for innovation, knowledge transfer, and robust support systems to enhance research institutes' impact on competitiveness and development.
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.
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.
This report contains data of 674 KTOs from 21 European countries. It includes 97 aggregated KTO datasets from one National Association and 577 datasets from responding KTOs. The aggregated data was included in the summary overview and excluded from the detailed analysis in the remainder of the report to avoid biases.
In this Tea with ASTP, Cornelia Peuser presents the EPO Observatory’s new Deep Tech Finder, a tool that blends the business profiles of around 8,300 investment-ready European start-ups with information on their patent portfolios.
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