Research and Development Collaborations

Training Course

Research and Development Collaborations

This course is designed to equip professionals with the skills to foster effective R&D collaborations between academic institutions and industry.

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25 Mar - 27 Mar 2026 Sitges , Spain
Members
€1,290.00
Non-members
€1,940.00

This R&D training course delves into the strategies and best practices necessary for collaborative research and development, with a strong emphasis on intellectual property considerations, open innovation, and effective knowledge transfer within knowledge transfer networks and knowledge transfer partnerships.

Through interactive sessions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will gain insight into the dynamics of R&D collaborations and learn how to navigate challenges, particularly in negotiating complex and troublesome contracts. An appreciation for managing intricate negotiations is advantageous when attending this course, as it provides essential expertise for fostering innovation and ensuring successful knowledge transfer outcomes.


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Why Join The course?

This course is an excellent opportunity to enhance expertise in fostering effective partnerships. Participants benefit from practical case studies, interactive sessions, and networking with industry leaders, making it ideal for professionals aiming to drive impactful R&D collaborations and advance their careers.

Engage with diverse professionals from various European countries and institutions, providing a rich platform for networking and sharing experiences. These interactions can lead to new collaborations and expand your professional network.

Through workshops and discussions, participants can apply their learning to real-world scenarios. This hands-on approach enhances your ability to negotiate successful deals and manage research and development projects effectively.

Course Objectives

The course objectives are to:

  • Handling communication between academia and industry 
  • Managing expectations 
  • Improving negotiation skills 
  • Nurturing alliances 
  • Handling IP within collaborations

Key Topics

The key course topics are:

  • Deriving fair value from foreground IP 
  • Keeping track of IP: open innovation 
  • Stakeholder management
  • Creating corporate alliances 
  • Collaborative agreements 
  • What to do when things go wrong 
  • Creating win-win situations 
  • IP clauses - the different possibilities 
  • Managing IP in overlapping projects

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From day one ASTP has been a tremendous help. Learning throughs seminars and workshops or meeting peers for discussions, there is always someone around to exchange ideas with.

Paul van Dun

KU Leuven, Belgium

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A must-do for any staff involved in technology transfer and start-up creation.

Frederic Ratel

Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia, Spain

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ASTP has attained a unique position that has turned it into a highly valued player on the global technology transfer scene.

Koenraad Debackere

KU Leuven, Belgium

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Was great to meet counterparts in my profession who may share my experiences, but who may also have other ideas and approaches.

Tim Moser

Netherlands Cancer Institute, Netherlands

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Always simply inspiring! That is ASTP.

Filip Auinger

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic