Streamlining Technology Transfer
Improving Greece’s Technology Transfer: Connecting Research with Industry
The Deon Policy Institute is working to improve Greece’s technology transfer by helping universities and research centers better connect with industry and turn research into commercial products. With a new guidebook inspired by successful models from institutions like MIT, Harvard, and Stanford, the Institute aims to provide practical advice on improving technology transfer agreements and overall operations. By strengthening these connections between academia and industry, this initiative will help boost innovation, drive economic growth, and enhance Greece’s position in the global research and development landscape.
Proposal Overview
Greek universities have immense potential to drive innovation and economic growth, but outdated technology licensing agreements often slow progress. This proposal aims to modernize these agreements, making it easier for groundbreaking ideas to move from the lab to the marketplace.
Why Now?
Greece has made big strides in improving its research environment, but there’s still a lot of untapped potential. Strengthening the way universities handle licensing can open new doors for collaboration with startups, businesses, and investors, ultimately benefiting the entire economy.
Key Recommendations:
Simpler Licensing Terms: Make agreements easier to understand and negotiate, so they appeal to both startups and larger companies.
Startup-Friendly Policies: Create options like equity-sharing and flexible fees to support early-stage companies working on university-driven innovations.
Stronger Industry Connections: Help Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) actively promote university research to businesses and investors worldwide.
Clear Expectations: Use milestone-driven agreements to keep projects on track and ensure results.
Legal Safeguards: Balance intellectual property protection with practical collaboration.
Looking Ahead
By adopting these changes, Greek universities can become hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship. It’s time to take full advantage of the amazing research happening in Greece and turn it into real-world solutions that make a difference.
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