The European Commission invites research and innovation stakeholders to express their interest in joining a Community of Practice for developing the competence framework for knowledge valorisation intermediaries.
Running from September to November 2026, the Community of Practice will bring together professionals from across the European research and innovation ecosystem to exchange experiences, share best practices, and contribute to the development of a European competence framework for knowledge valorisation intermediaries. The framework aims to strengthen organisational capabilities and support professionals who facilitate the translation of research into societal, economic, and policy impact.
The initiative forms part of the European Research Area (ERA) Policy Agenda 2025–2027, supporting the action Upscaling knowledge valorisation capacities and activities to strengthen collaboration between academia, industry, and public authorities.
Participation takes place through approximately four to five online meetings between September and November 2026. The call is open to all research and innovation stakeholders, with particular relevance for knowledge and technology transfer offices, incubators, innovation hubs, IP professionals, research organisations, policymakers, investors, and science engagement professionals.
Expressions of interest close: 15 September 2026
Format: Online (September–November 2026)
Registration: Expression of interest link
I am happy to be able to share my own experiences with other colleagues via various courses, and I enjoy every moment I can spend in this network. Proud to be part of the ASTP community!
Paul van Dun
KU Leuven, Belgium
Organisation and speakers were great, so enthusiastic about their work and very good at transferring their knowledge.
Sarka Bartova
Research Centre Rez, Czech Republic
ASTP brought the right structure and terminology to my knowledge of technology licensing.
René Widmer
ETH Transfer, Switzerland
ASTP Conference offers great networking and learning opportunities; a chance to share knowledge with colleagues from various areas of expertise.
Bruno Woeran
Merinova OY - TII President, Finland
Excellent organisation, multifarious activities, great atmosphere… I can't say enough about how well it is tailored to the needs of technology transfer professions.
Tamara Čolić Milosavljević
Centre of Technology Transfer - University of Belgrade, Serbia
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