Conference Scope - InnovationKT 2014
We define knowledge transfer as the means by which expertise, knowledge, skills and capabilities are transferred from the knowledge-base (for example, a university or college, a research centre or a research technology organisation) to those in need of that knowledge (for example a company, social enterprise or not-for-profit organisation).
Papers are invited on the following topics (although this list is not intended to be exhaustive):-
Case studies of successful knowledge transfer projects
Examples of best practice in respect of knowledge transfer from practitioners
Innovative knowledge transfer mechanisms
The outcomes and results of knowledge transfer projects
Management of knowledge transfer
Development of knowledge transfer policy
Applicable knowledge transfer mechanisms and paradigms include, but are not limited to:-
The UK Technology Strategy Board (TSB) Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) product
Spin-out companies
Incubators and entrepreneur schemes
University-industry contracts and consultancy
Licensing of university-originated intellectual property
Other modes of knowledge transfer and technology transfer, e.g. work-based learning projects
The knowledge transfer, knowledge origination and knowledge exchange process
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