QRDI Council Concludes Knowledge Transfer Training

(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council, in partnership with the Association of European Science and Technology Transfer Professionals, has concluded the third training session of the Mumaken IP and Technology Transfer programme, Transacting Knowledge Transfer Agreements.
The three-day course, brought together technology transfer professionals to enhance their skills in negotiating and managing knowledge transfer agreements, a crucial component of bridging the gap between academia and industry.
“We are proud to host these training sessions, as they help bridge the knowledge gap between research and industry while strengthening Qatar's position as a global leader in innovation,” said Rosena Nhlabatsi, senior policy expert (Intellectual Property), QRDI Council.
Dr Jeff Skinner, seasoned technology transfer consultant said:“While Qatari universities and research institutes may have different strengths and priorities compared to those in Europe, there is much we share, including exceptionally bright faculty and researchers, and a strong determination to generate both local and global socioeconomic benefits from our research output.”
This session focused on two key types of agreements, collaboration and licensing agreements. These agreements are essential for the commercialisation of research, where universities offer their research expertise and technology in exchange for financial returns. The training provided in-depth insights into the complexities of these agreements and offered real-world case studies to help participants navigate the challenges that often arise in academic-to-business transactions.
Throughout the programme participants learned how to handle collaboration agreements, including material transfer, consultancy, and research collaborations, and explored licensing agreements concerning patents, know-how, and data.
The course directors, Sigmar Lampe and Jeff Skinner, both seasoned experts with extensive experience in technology transfer, guided participants through various negotiation strategies and offered practical advice for managing these transactions.
The course also provided a deep dive into the unique nature of university-industry collaborations, emphasising how technology transfer professionals can protect both academic and business interests while ensuring fair financial returns for all parties. Participants discussed key negotiation tactics and the challenges of balancing the interests of researchers, universities, and commercial partners.

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