ASTP-Proton Training Courses

ASTP-Proton Training Courses
21-23 January 2015 | Barcelona, Spain

Fundamentals of technology transfer

Who should attend?
The course is designed for individuals who are relatively new to technology transfer, including professionals from public as well as private institutions, entrepreneurs and consultants who want to build on their early experiences and develop a strong foundation of knowledge to draw upon.

Level: 0-1 year of experience in technology transfer

Why join this course?
This course will guide you through the basic processes of technology transfer — from receiving an invention disclosure to pitching for investment and negotiating deals. You will learn from experienced technology transfer professionals and network with your peers.

Learning through a mixture of seminar-style, case studies and interactive analysis formats while immersed in an international environment, you will learn essential frameworks and acquire the important skills needed to become a successful Technology Transfer Officer.

What to learn in this course?
– evaluating technology opportunities
– key decision points in what and when of patenting
– other forms of IP, such as open source and creative commons
– expectations of industry and academia when setting up a research collaboration
– DOs and DON’Ts in spin-out creation
– the basics of spin-off financing
– what, why and how of licensing
– valuing your technology
– negotiation tactics

What is a junior arrangement?
As a member, you can nominate 2 of your junior colleagues to attend the Fundamentals course. They can profit from the discounted ‘fee for members’ without paying the membership fee. This special arrangement is only valid if the nominator and nominees have to be employed at the same institution.

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