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 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
This is a wonderful conference to expand the horizon of my knowledge of tech transfer and commercialisation.
Seung-Ho Lee
Deltatech-Korea, South Korea
Perfect balance of learning and networking.
Smiljka Vikic-Topic
University of Zagreb, Croatia
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
As always, superb topics and inspirational speakers. Great networking. Well worth the time out of the office!!! Great work HQ, thank you.
Peter Deakin
Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
One very long and hard day, but very useful for my work in TTO.
Petr Kubečka
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
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