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
Great atmosphere to learn and to share experiences.
Maria Ruiz Novales
Interface-Enterprises - University of Liege, Belgium
Excellent professional gathering, perfect collection of topics and very up-to-date insight.
Ludovic Urgeghe
University of Mons, Belgium
Good opportunity to discuss common issues with fellow professionals and to get updates about the community.
Giuseppe Visimberga
Leiden University, Netherlands
Just perfect 3 days full of information and perfect communication.
Petr Kubečka
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
There was ample opportunity to learn from colleagues through the workshop sessions or more formally through speakers either sharing their years of experience or their state of the art research. Well worth attending.
John Gleeson
University of Limerick, Ireland
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