TB4ENI
Technology brokers network
A.2 Support to education, research, technological development and innovation
A.2.1: Support technological transfer and commercialisation of research results, strengthening the linkages between research, industry and other private sector actors
The TB4ENI is focused on the development and establishment of an innovative transfer model in the ENI region, based on a complementary and novel role called Transference Broker, in a coordinated manner among actors of the RDi system.
• Strategic and Operative Design of the Model and Methodology of Innovative TT. It is essential to determine the scope of the model to be developed, in accordance with the strategies and mechanisms of action of the involved actors (universities, research centers, technology centers, clusters, and companies). In addition to the lace with existing mechanisms, the characteristics that the participants in the validation and demonstration must meet (Transference Brokers, RD Groups and Companies) and the monitoring indicators will be defined jointly.
• Selection and training of TTBs and Operating Environments. The proper selection of the TTBs is a key milestone in the TT process. In the same way, it is important that the Operating Environments are those that offer the minimum conditions that allow them to develop their work properly. Therefore, a call and a formal selection procedure will be established to choose the best profiles of TTBs, RD Groups, and interested Companies. Those selected will participate in a transfer and sectoral training.
• Establishment of the ENI’s TT network. The demonstration in different real environments of the translational and advanced transfer capacity offered by this new role of TB, as well as the model developed, will make it possible to measure the impact achieved. The planned evaluation aims to correct the improvable aspects detected in the first part of the demonstration, in RD Groups, before the demonstration in business environments. In addition, expert coaches will be assisted and the replication potential of the model in other sectors will be analyzed.
• Selection and training of TTBs and Operating Environments. The proper selection of the TTBs is a key milestone in the TT process. In the same way, it is important that the Operating Environments are those that offer the minimum conditions that allow them to develop their work properly. Therefore, a call and a formal selection procedure will be established to choose the best profiles of TTBs, RD Groups, and interested Companies. Those selected will participate in a transfer and sectoral training.
• Establishment of the ENI’s TT network. The demonstration in different real environments of the translational and advanced transfer capacity offered by this new role of TB, as well as the model developed, will make it possible to measure the impact achieved. The planned evaluation aims to correct the improvable aspects detected in the first part of the demonstration, in RD Groups, before the demonstration in business environments. In addition, expert coaches will be assisted and the replication potential of the model in other sectors will be analyzed.
This project proposal does respond to the ENI CBC Med programme thematic objective 2 aimed at the Support to education, research, technological development and innovation and more, in particular, the priority 2.1 Support technological transfer and commercialisation of research results.
There is room for improvement in terms of R & D transfer to the private sector, as well as in support mechanisms and procedures that facilitate this process.
The opening of the research centres to the company and vice versa, as well as the international collaboration, can facilitate the attraction of complementary funds for both sectors.
The transfer according to private demands can significantly boost the quality and quantity of R & D.
The main objective of the project is to reinforce existing knowledge and technology transfer mechanisms, through the development, validation and establishment of an innovative transfer model, in (X) priority sectors of the ENI space.
With TB4ENI, greater coordination and collaboration among the agents of the transnational RD value chain is pursued in strategic sectors, chosen for their macroeconomic relevance, in line with the smart specialization strategies of the regions participating in the project.
The active participation of universities, research centres, technology centres, clusters and companies, as associate partners, will allow the establishment of a new transfer model, with an innovative approach, based on the role of the Transference Broker, to achieve synergic and effective cooperation.
APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY
The approach used by the TB4ENI project is based on designing, validating and demonstrating a stable collaboration network among agents of the knowledge triangle to encourage the direct transfer of technology and knowledge between research centres and the private sector. The innovative nature of this initiative is based on the central element of the network, the so-called TB, which will work closely with R&D groups, companies and clusters.
Given the translational potential that TB4ENI project offers, it intends to carry out for the first time:
- A joint design, between research centres, clusters and companies, of the strategic environment and operational functioning of the TBs network.
- A coordinated selection process of (X) TBs, in (X) sectors, as well as (X) R&D groups and (X) companies that will host them in the pilot phase.
- Design of training itinerary in terms of transfer and sectoral for TB, including ideation with groups of R&D and host companies, as well as with research centres participants and the clusters involved.
- A Transference Brokers work period in a real environment, split into two phases: stay in a research group, and in business environment.
- The final establishment of the full-operational ENI’s TT network.
The beneficiaries of the project will be all the agents active throughout the innovation and research ecosystem value chain. This typology will include research institutions, science and technology agents, business support organisations, industry representatives, public bodies and private investors. The active involvement of all these agents will be required to guarantee that a new vision towards innovation and technology transfer is promoted all over the region.
There is room for improvement in terms of R & D transfer to the private sector, as well as in support mechanisms and procedures that facilitate this process.
The opening of the research centres to the company and vice versa, as well as the international collaboration, can facilitate the attraction of complementary funds for both sectors.
The transfer according to private demands can significantly boost the quality and quantity of R & D.
The main objective of the project is to reinforce existing knowledge and technology transfer mechanisms, through the development, validation and establishment of an innovative transfer model, in (X) priority sectors of the ENI space.
With TB4ENI, greater coordination and collaboration among the agents of the transnational RD value chain is pursued in strategic sectors, chosen for their macroeconomic relevance, in line with the smart specialization strategies of the regions participating in the project.
The active participation of universities, research centres, technology centres, clusters and companies, as associate partners, will allow the establishment of a new transfer model, with an innovative approach, based on the role of the Transference Broker, to achieve synergic and effective cooperation.
APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY
The approach used by the TB4ENI project is based on designing, validating and demonstrating a stable collaboration network among agents of the knowledge triangle to encourage the direct transfer of technology and knowledge between research centres and the private sector. The innovative nature of this initiative is based on the central element of the network, the so-called TB, which will work closely with R&D groups, companies and clusters.
Given the translational potential that TB4ENI project offers, it intends to carry out for the first time:
- A joint design, between research centres, clusters and companies, of the strategic environment and operational functioning of the TBs network.
- A coordinated selection process of (X) TBs, in (X) sectors, as well as (X) R&D groups and (X) companies that will host them in the pilot phase.
- Design of training itinerary in terms of transfer and sectoral for TB, including ideation with groups of R&D and host companies, as well as with research centres participants and the clusters involved.
- A Transference Brokers work period in a real environment, split into two phases: stay in a research group, and in business environment.
- The final establishment of the full-operational ENI’s TT network.
The beneficiaries of the project will be all the agents active throughout the innovation and research ecosystem value chain. This typology will include research institutions, science and technology agents, business support organisations, industry representatives, public bodies and private investors. The active involvement of all these agents will be required to guarantee that a new vision towards innovation and technology transfer is promoted all over the region.
At this moment we are 5 partners (from Spain, Cyprus, Lebanon and Egypt)
We are searching for southern partners (around 2-4) divided in 2 typologies. Well universities/research centers with a technologies portfolios (offer) and clusters/chambers of commerce or business associations (demand)
- The total EU contribution to strategic projects must be within a minimum of € 2.5 million and a maximum of € 3.5 million. The total cost of the project and related budget cannot exceed € 4 million, including co-financing. At least 50% of the total eligible costs of the project shall be dedicated to activities implemented in Mediterranean Partner Countries.
- 24-30 months
- 24-30 months
Isaac
Matamoros
Fundacio Knowledge Innovation Market Barcelona
Other
Barcelona
Spain
imatamoros@kimglobal.com
932667138
isaac.matamoros.kaa
https://kimglobal.com/en/kimbcn/
Approved