QRDI officials and participants at the training programme.
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation (QRDI) Council, in partnership with the Association of European Science and Technology Transfer Professionals (ASTP), has successfully concluded the third training session of the Mumaken IP and Technology Transfer programme, Transacting Knowledge Transfer Agreements. The three-day course held in Doha, 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.
“Training programmes like Transacting Knowledge Transfer Agreements not only empower technology transfer professionals with the tools and insights they need to succeed but also play a crucial role in developing the RDI ecosystem here in Qatar. By equipping professionals with the right skills, we are helping to ensure that Qatar remains at the forefront of global innovation, driving economic growth and societal progress through various solutions.”
Dr. Jeff skinner MBA, PhD, RTTP, seasoned technology transfer consultant said, “It is both a great privilege and responsibility to be asked to provide such essential training for Qatar-based Technology Transfer colleagues. 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. Whereas previous courses have focused on creating opportunities for collaboration and new venture creation, this course will center on the legal aspects of building robust relationships with research partners and investors. We will use a variety of real-world cases to illustrate the nuances and complexities involved in working with very early-stage technologies. As with all our training, this course is led by Technology Transfer professionals who bring decades of experience to the classroom.”
