Dr. Marilisa Boffo presents ROOM to Grow, an evidence-based student wellbeing app, and explores its journey from university research to commercial feasibility study and spin-out development, offering…
The pre-conference SIG workshops at the Annual Conference 2026 attracted strong engagement from members eager to exchange experiences, tackle shared challenges and learn from peers. The discussions highlighted the important role SIGs play in fostering collaboration and professional development…
We are exploring the creation of a new ASTP Special Interest Group (SIG) focused on Proof of Concept (PoC) and translational funding. Following strong interest from members at the ASTP Annual Conference, we invite you to complete a short survey and help shape the group's future activities,…
This recap of the ASTP EDI SIG annual meeting highlights practical EDI initiatives shared by Kit Bartlet, Sally Makady, and Andrew Carlin. Moderated by Danielle Counotte, the discussion explores strategies for increasing participation, reducing barriers, and embedding inclusion within knowledge…
Professional communities are built on people willing to share, learn and contribute. Jacek reflects on the role of peer learning, volunteering and knowledge exchange, and explains why ambitious knowledge transfer offices will be critical to the future of European innovation.
Our Annual Conference 2026 brought together 345 knowledge transfer professionals from 42 countries for three days of learning, networking and collaboration in Bucharest. From discussions on AI and university-industry collaboration to leadership transitions and the ASTP Impact Awards, the event…
We are pleased to announce the release of the second edition of the Handbook for National Associations in Knowledge Transfer, developed by our National Association Advisory Committee (NAAC) as a practical and community-driven resource for strengthening knowledge transfer ecosystems across Europe…
In this webinar, Juliana Queiroga (Business Developer at CESAR Europe) and Adriano Gomes (Portfolio Manager at CESAR Ventures) explore how CESAR supports startups and spin-offs in attracting…
ASTP members have approved the new Board for 2026–2027, with Amanda Zeffman appointed President and Sally Cudmore joining as VP Communities. Discover the new leadership team and join us in shaping the future of knowledge transfer across Europe.
Patrick Krenz and Frida Koslowski present Catalyst GER (2023), a pilot programme supporting social sciences, humanities, and arts researchers. Developed with leading German universities, it delivers…
Meet Maeve Murphy from University College Cork, recipient of the Inteum scholarship for the ASTP Annual Conference 2026, as she looks to connect with peers and bring fresh perspectives on inclusive innovation back to her work at UCC.
This session explores how university spin-off agreements differ between Europe and the United States, and whether US deals are truly more “startup-friendly”.
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