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Across Europe, universities and research institutions are being called upon to play a more active role in driving innovation, economic development, and societal progress. In this context, collaboration with industry is no longer just a funding opportunity or a way to validate research outcomes—it…

ASTP has released its White Paper on Knowledge and Technology Transfer Metrics, officially endorsed by the NAAC. The paper introduces the KTT Metrics Cube—a multidimensional framework to better capture the full spectrum of knowledge transfer activities, including societal and economic impacts.

ASTP European Annual Survey is open and we are collecting data on Knowledge Transfer activities and outputs.

At the 2025 Annual Conference in Vilnius, ASTP’s Special Interest Groups (SIGs) played a prominent role by hosting workshops for the first time.

Discover how the EPO’s Deep Tech Finder supports innovation and technology transfer by identifying Europe’s most promising start-ups. Join our Tea with ASTP webinar on 17 June 2025 to explore tailored use cases for the knowledge transfer community.

The IP4OS Horizon Europe project supports Europe's research landscape by fostering synergy between agile Intellectual Property (IP) management and Open Science (OS) practices. By joining our high-quality capacity-building programme, your research institution will be at the forefront of this…

ASTP launched the EDI Toolkit to support inclusive practices in knowledge transfer, with the EDI SIG actively promoting its use through events, webinars, and collaboration opportunities. Recent highlights include presentations in Vilnius and Eindhoven, with more initiatives planned.

ASTP celebrates the essential contributions of its volunteer community during Volunteers’ Week. This article highlights the role of Board members, committees, Special Interest Groups, and the 2025 Volunteer of the Year, Michael Karle, and invites knowledge transfer professionals to get involved.

The European Patent Office (EPO) has released a new Technology Insight Report highlighting a sharp increase in innovation in plastic waste management.

In this powerful personal essay, Leah reflects on her experience as one of the first openly transgender professionals in the field. The piece underscores the importance of visibility, solidarity, and the role of ASTP in fostering a more inclusive and equitable professional community.

The National Advisory Assessment Council (NAAC) is pleased to announce the publication of its latest comprehensive report, an in-depth expansion of the previously released white paper. This newly published document provides a thorough examination of key industry challenges, policy recommendations,…

The European Patent Office (EPO) Patent Index 2024 confirms Europe's strong commitment to innovation and knowledge transfer—despite economic uncertainty.